 Hunger in America 2010 provides insight into national, state and local issues surrounding emergency food programs. Conducted by Feeding America, Foodlink, and 184 other food banks across the country, it is the largest, most comprehensive study of its kind ever conducted.
Hunger in America 2010 provides authoritative and statistically
valid data on the national charitable response to
hunger and the people served by food pantries,
soup kitchens and shelters via Feeding America’s national network of food banks. It is the first research study to capture the significant connection between the recent economic downturn and an increased need for emergency food assistance. Foodlink's report focuses
on key local findings, providing valuable insights
into who is in need and how that need is being met
in communities throughout Central and Western
New York.
Hunger in America 2010 Key Findings:
- 36% of clients served by Foodlink are children under the age of 18; 5% are elderly.
- 26% of client households include at least one employed adult.
- 82% of client households have incomes below the federal poverty level.
- 30% of client households report having at least one member in poor health.
- 23% of clients had to choose between paying for food and paying for medicine or medical care.
- 50% of clients are White; 37% are Black; 11% are Hispanic; 2% are from other racial groups.
Hunger in America 2010 Resources:
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