FOOD INSECURITY “Food insecurity” is a term we use a lot at the Food Bank of East Alabama, but what does it actually mean? The definition is surprisingly simple: food insecurity is the lack of reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food. Impacts Without adequate nutrition, we can’t function at our best. For adults, that can mean that their health suffers (food insecure Americans are more likely to suffer from diabetes and high blood pressure) or they might struggle to perform at work. For children, that can mean growth, development, and behavioral issues that can last for their entire life. No matter the severity, food insecurity is a tough thing to live with. How We Fight Providing adequate nutrition for those struggling with food insecurity isn’t a one-time fix. It’s a challenge that requires three good meals a day for every person. To provide these meals, we work with a vast network of over 220 partner agencies (food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, senior and youth programs and others) to distribute nearly 500,000 pounds of food per month. But that’s not enough; to fully meet the need within our service area, we must double our distribution. With your help, we can. Learn More About Food Insecurity Check out these valuable resources to learn more about food insecurity and its impacts on Alabamians and other Americans. Hunger in America — Feeding America Map the Meal Gap — Feeding America Hunger and Food Insecurity — FoodPrint No one can thrive on an empty stomach. Food Bank of East Alabama 355 Industry Drive Auburn, AL 36832 food-bank@foodbankofeastalabama.com Phone: (334) 821-9006 Fax: (334) 821-4697 The Food Bank of East Alabama is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and an equal opportunity employer and provider. Federal Tax ID 63-1112492 © Copyright 2021 by The Food Bank of East Alabama | Website developed and maintained by Here Molly Girl

ABOUT US The Food Bank of East Alabama gathers and distributes nutritious food to individual throughout our area. We build partnerships with community organizations. We tell the story of food insecurity. We’ve built a network that provides food to pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, youth and senior centers and others. We strive each day to ensure that no child, senior or family in our community has to struggle to find food. Food Insecurity What We Do Service Area Our Team Board of Directors Financials FAQs Our Service Area The Food Bank of East Alabama serves the following counties: Randolph Chambers Lee Tallapoosa Macon Russell Barbour Find a Food Pantry We provide food for Alabama children, families and seniors to lead full and active lives, strengthening the communities where they live. Food Bank of East Alabama 355 Industry Drive Auburn, AL 36832 food-bank@foodbankofeastalabama.com Phone: (334) 821-9006 Fax: (334) 821-4697 The Food Bank of East Alabama is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and an equal opportunity employer and provider. Federal Tax ID 63-1112492 © Copyright 2021 by The Food Bank of East Alabama | Website developed and maintained by Here Molly Girl