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A food bank is a non-profit, charitable organization that distributes food to needy and poor people generally through intermediaries.
Food banking has spread around the world since the '80s. The world’s first food bank, St. Mary's Food Bank, was established in the United States in 1967.
According to America’s hunger-relief organization, Feeding America, more than 54 million Americans struggle with food insecurity. As hunger is increasing in number, so too are the local food bank users. Over 30 countries are represented, with active food bank groups working under the drolly of 'The Global Food Banking Network'. These include Russia, India, Taiwan, Colombia, Australia, Israel, Turkey, Guatemala, South Africa, Hong Kong, Singapore, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and the UK.
The food distribution generally goes between soup kitchens and food pantries. However, food pantries and food banks are not the same thing. A food bank is a kind of a bank or storage area where it collects and distributes food to hunger-relief charities. A food pantry is a member of a food bank working as an arm to serve households in areas of high need. A food pantry is a common sight in America, as the 2015 records suggest there were more than 15,083 food pantries.
Most of the food banks provide edibles to families, children, and senior citizens that cannot afford food. The most important social safety net in the US is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) which fights against hunger. SNAP ensures that all the needy get their benefits and enough to eat.
Food serving organizations not only provide edibles but also necessities such as laundry detergent, feminine hygiene products, and diapers. The employees and volunteers keep a list of things that people need on a regular basis.
Food banks play a pivotal role in supporting and keeping up the local food system. Here are some interesting facts that you must know:
The books of American history are filled with iconic images and stories of America’s struggles against hunger. Here are some facts about food insecurity:
At least 371 organizations exist across the country that fulfills the basic role of food banks by providing perishable or non-perishable food to food-insecure people.
After the financial crisis of 2007, pandemic 2020 tore the US apart, which led to the loss of jobs and households, illness, and food insecurity. Here are some shocking facts:
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At Kidadl we pride ourselves on offering families original ideas to make the most of time spent together at home or out and about, wherever you are in the world. We strive to recommend the very best things that are suggested by our community and are things we would do ourselves - our aim is to be the trusted friend to parents.
We try our very best, but cannot guarantee perfection. We will always aim to give you accurate information at the date of publication - however, information does change, so it’s important you do your own research, double-check and make the decision that is right for your family.
Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability.
Kidadl cannot accept liability for the execution of these ideas, and parental supervision is advised at all times, as safety is paramount. Anyone using the information provided by Kidadl does so at their own risk and we can not accept liability if things go wrong.
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