HUNGER NETWORK OF GREATER CLEVELAND

Stopping Hunger in its Tracks

The Hunger Network of Greater Cleveland is Cuyahoga County's largest direct emergency food distribution network with over 100 pantries and hot meal programs facilitated by hundreds of dedicated volunteers who are devoted to serving the deserving and truly needy families of our community.

The Hunger Network helps stop hunger in its tracks by placing emergency food directly into the hands of those who need it most. Every month, the Hunger Network of Greater Cleveland provides food for 60,000 Cuyahoga County residents, nearly half of whom are children. In addition, we offer linkage services to dozens of vital services to improve the quality of life for those who need our care.

The Hunger Network of Greater Cleveland pays for 95% of the food it distributes, purchasing the food from local food warehouses, like the Cleveland Food Bank, and food wholesalers. Generous contributions from caring individuals like you help us provide effective and efficient services in the fight against hunger. Every $1 raised provides four nutritionally-balanced meals for the families we serve, and our network of volunteers keeps our services running smoothly.

FACTS:

Over 60,000 people per month...

1. The Hunger Network of Greater Cleveland is the largest emergency hunger relief program dispensing 75% of all the emergency food in Cuyahoga County

2. This network has over 100 pantries and hot meal programs, feeding nutritious meals to 60,000 people per month!

3. Lack of food puts children at risk for health and development problems; 25,000 or almost 41% of those we serve each month are children!

4. 94 cents of every dollar raised by the Hunger Network goes directly to purchase food and support our programs!

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