A look at the issue of hunger in Central Florida communities

A look at the problem of hunger in Central Florida communities

By Allison Walker Florida

PUBLISHED 11:30 AM ET Nov. 17, 2024 PUBLISHED 11:30 AM EST Nov. 17, 2024

Nearly 48 million people in the U.S are food insecure.

Of those 48 million, 8 million are children.

The prevalence of household food insecurity in 2023 was statistically higher than the prevalence in 2022 for a number of populations. There were no statistically significant decreases in food insecurity between 2022 and 2023 for any populations.

However, studies show that people in rural communities and the South are often more likely to lack access to enough food. This is because of many factors like poverty, unemployment, and the cost of living. And just to be clear, food insecurity happens to people of all races and ethnicities.

We look at the myths of hunger and the solutions charities, social programs and volunteers are working on.

Guests:

State Sen. Nick DiCeglie [R], District 18, St. Petersburg
Thomas Mantz, President / CEO, Feeding Tampa Bay