FOOD AND NUTRITION
State of Food Insecurity in Cleveland County
The Food and Nutrition Work Group focuses on ensuring everyone in Cleveland County has access to healthy, nutritious foods and awareness to resources encouraging healthy food choices.
Did you know that 1 in 6 people in Cleveland County struggle with food insecurity?
Due to recent federal cuts to The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), our local food ministry is facing a $375,000 shortfall this year. This threatens the ability of Washington Outreach Ministry — which supports 17 food pantries and serves over 15,000 people each month — to meet the growing needs of our neighbors.
Our Response - Everyone Eats. Emergency Food Fund Drive
We're excited to announce the official launch of our Emergency Food Fund Drive: Everyone Eats! This community-wide effort will ensure that no one in our community goes hungry. This initiative is more than a fundraiser, it's a movement powered by compassion, collaboration and community.
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Volunteer Support
New initiative designed to support local food and nutrition organizations in their mission to create a healthier community. By connecting dedicated volunteers with organizations in need, this program will help ensure that essential food access and nutrition projects receive the hands-on assistance necessary to thrive.
- Local food pantries, community gardens, meal programs, and nutrition education initiatives in need of volunteers are encouraged to complete the volunteer request form.
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