ON THE FRONT LINES OF
AMERICA'S FOOD BANKS
DURING COVID-19
With unemployment skyrocketing during the coronavirus outbreak, unprecedented numbers of Americans need help feeding their families. Over 37 million people don't have access to nutritious food, including 1 in 12 seniors and 1 in 7 children.
As part of their #DayOfHope with Feeding America, "Good Morning America" spoke to food bank workers on the front lines of the battle against food insecurity to learn more about the challenges they're facing in these challenging times. These are their stories.
If you need help, visit FeedingAmerica.org/FeedTheLove for information about food pantries in your area.
LLOYD VINES (Oklahoma)
"Normally we are relying on anywhere from 100 to 200 volunteers every day. For the past couple weeks, it's been myself and eight other staff members. We're tired but our spirits are high."
CLAIRE BABINEAUX-
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"I've never witnessed the system being more strained than it is right now. Our estimates are that we will need to serve an additional 17.1 million people through this crisis," Feeding America's CEO said.
JILL ASH (New York)
"I know it's a very scary time. I'm not a medical person but I want to be able to help in any way I can. Regardless of any danger surrounding us, I will be here until I'm not needed anymore."
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HOW TO GET HELP
OR GET INVOLVED
If you are struggling with food insecurity, help is here. Visit FeedingAmerica.org/FeedTheLove
for information about food banks in your area.
If you are in a position to give, go to FeedingAmerica.org/FeedTheLove to make a cash donation to support relief efforts or to find information about supporting your local food bank. Call them first to find out what their food donation policy is right now.
You can also help out by checking in with neighbors, friends, colleagues and family members who might be struggling to purchase nutritious meals and direct them to FeedingAmerica.org/FeedTheLove. Be sure to shop responsibly and not hoard staples that everyone needs.
