Help Feed Fort Worth Children This Summer
When school lunches end, the hunger gap begins. Join Community Food Bank in providing essential groceries to local families in need.
Ending the Summer Hunger Gap in Tarrant County
The Hidden Reality of Summer
For most children, summer is a time for playgrounds and pools. But for thousands of families in our community, it is a season of high anxiety. When school hallways empty, the safety net of free and reduced-price school meals disappears.
Suddenly, parents are faced with the daunting task of providing an additional 10 to 14 meals per child, every single week. This unplanned expense often forces local families to choose between keeping the lights on or putting food on the table.
By the Numbers
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The Participation Gap: Nationally, while 22 million children rely on school meals, only about 1 in 7 can access summer programs due to transportation and awareness barriers.
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Texas Impact: In our state, approximately 23% of children live in food-insecure households. That is 1.7 million children who may not know where their next meal is coming from.
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The Summer Slide: Hunger does more than hurt physically; it hurts academically. Children facing food insecurity are more likely to experience significant learning loss, starting the next school year steps behind their peers.
How Your Support of Community Food Bank Helps
At Community Food Bank, we work throughout the summer to ensure that no child in Fort Worth or Tarrant County goes without. We provide a consistent source of nutrition for families, ensuring they have access to:
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Fresh or frozen meats
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Produce
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Dairy
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Baked goods
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Canned food
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Shelf stable pantry staples
Be the Solution
Your gift stays right here in your community. By donating today, you are providing more than just groceries; you are providing a child with the fuel they need to grow, learn, and play all summer long.