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There's Hunger In Your Hometown.
More than 11 million children in America live with hunger. It doesn't need to be this way, and you can help. Learn more about how hunger affects your state and how you can Turn Up to help give kids access to the nutritious meals they need to reach their full potential.
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Alaska
1 in 5
children in Alaska are
food insecure. That's 34,690 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 34,690 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Alabama
1 in 4
children in Alabama are
food insecure. That's 243,880 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 243,880 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
Take Action Now In Alabama!
Arizona
1 in 5
children in Arizona are
food insecure. That's 348,550 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 348,550 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Arkansas
1 in 4
children in Arkansas are
food insecure. That's 167,440 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 167,440 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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California
1 in 6
children in California are
food insecure. That's 1,638,430 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 1,638,430 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Colorado
1 in 6
children in Colorado are
food insecure. That's 190,780 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 190,780 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Connecticut
1 in 6
children in Connecticut are
food insecure. That's 115,240 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 115,240 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Delaware
1 in 6
children in Delaware are
food insecure. That's 34,750 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 34,750 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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District of Columbia
1 in 5
children in District of Columbia are
food insecure. That's 26,450 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 26,450 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Florida
1 in 5
children in Florida are
food insecure. That's 854,880 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 854,880 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Georgia
1 in 5
children in Georgia are
food insecure. That's 503,370 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 503,370 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Hawaii
1 in 6
children in Hawaii are
food insecure. That's 53,540 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 53,540 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Idaho
1 in 6
children in Idaho are
food insecure. That's 69,920 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 69,920 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Illinois
1 in 6
children in Illinois are
food insecure. That's 453,260 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 453,260 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Indiana
1 in 6
children in Indiana are
food insecure. That's 273,380 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 273,380 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Iowa
1 in 7
children in Iowa are
food insecure. That's 111,520 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 111,520 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Kansas
1 in 6
children in Kansas are
food insecure. That's 130,210 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 130,210 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Kentucky
1 in 5
children in Kentucky are
food insecure. That's 186,660 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 186,660 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Louisiana
1 in 4
children in Louisiana are
food insecure. That's 255,640 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 255,640 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
Take Action Now In Louisiana!
Maine
1 in 5
children in Maine are
food insecure. That's 47,020 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 47,020 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Maryland
1 in 7
children in Maryland are
food insecure. That's 204,660 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 204,660 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Massachusetts
1 in 9
children in Massachusetts are
food insecure. That's 159,950 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 159,950 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Michigan
1 in 6
children in Michigan are
food insecure. That's 345,130 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 345,130 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Minnesota
1 in 8
children in Minnesota are
food insecure. That's 163,310 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 163,310 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Mississippi
1 in 4
children in Mississippi are
food insecure. That's 163,530 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 163,530 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
Take Action Now In Mississippi!
Missouri
1 in 6
children in Missouri are
food insecure. That's 243,110 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 243,110 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
Take Action Now In Missouri!
Montana
1 in 6
children in Montana are
food insecure. That's 36,910 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 36,910 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Nebraska
1 in 6
children in Nebraska are
food insecure. That's 82,370 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 82,370 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Nevada
1 in 5
children in Nevada are
food insecure. That's 136,800 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 136,800 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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New Hampshire
1 in 8
children in New Hampshire are
food insecure. That's 31,640 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 31,640 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
Take Action Now In New Hampshire!
New Jersey
1 in 8
children in New Jersey are
food insecure. That's 260,340 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 260,340 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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New Mexico
1 in 4
children in New Mexico are
food insecure. That's 118,030 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 118,030 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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New York
1 in 6
children in New York are
food insecure. That's 732,300 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 732,300 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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North Carolina
1 in 5
children in North Carolina are
food insecure. That's 461,630 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 461,630 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
Take Action Now In North Carolina!
North Dakota
1 in 10
children in North Dakota are
food insecure. That's 16,900 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 16,900 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Ohio
1 in 5
children in Ohio are
food insecure. That's 510,030 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 510,030 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Oklahoma
1 in 5
children in Oklahoma are
food insecure. That's 213,720 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 213,720 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
Take Action Now In Oklahoma!
Oregon
1 in 5
children in Oregon are
food insecure. That's 165,290 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 165,290 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Pennsylvania
1 in 6
children in Pennsylvania are
food insecure. That's 437,340 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 437,340 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Rhode Island
1 in 6
children in Rhode Island are
food insecure. That's 35,760 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 35,760 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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South Carolina
1 in 5
children in South Carolina are
food insecure. That's 202,110 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 202,110 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
Take Action Now In South Carolina!
South Dakota
1 in 6
children in South Dakota are
food insecure. That's 34,970 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 34,970 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Tennessee
1 in 5
children in Tennessee are
food insecure. That's 285,770 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 285,770 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Texas
1 in 4
children in Texas are
food insecure. That's 1,658,680 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 1,658,680 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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Utah
1 in 7
children in Utah are
food insecure. That's 135,940 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 135,940 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
Take Action Now In Utah!
Vermont
1 in 6
children in Vermont are
food insecure. That's 18,760 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 18,760 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
Take Action Now In Vermont!
Virginia
1 in 8
children in Virginia are
food insecure. That's 247,470 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 247,470 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
Take Action Now In Virginia!
Washington
1 in 6
children in Washington are
food insecure. That's 284,760 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 284,760 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
Take Action Now In Washington!
West Virginia
1 in 5
children in West Virginia are
food insecure. That's 76,970 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 76,970 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
Take Action Now In West Virginia!
Wisconsin
1 in 6
children in Wisconsin are
food insecure. That's 197,290 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 197,290 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
Take Action Now In Wisconsin!
Wyoming
1 in 6
children in Wyoming are
food insecure. That's 23,960 kids living with hunger.
food insecure. That's 23,960 kids living with hunger.
Source: Gundersen, C., A. Dewey, M. Kato, A. Crumbaugh & M. Strayer. Map the Meal Gap 2019: A Report on County and Congressional District Food Insecurity and County Food Cost in the United States in 2017. Feeding America, 2019.
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