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Addressing Hunger in Arizona: 2010 Report Summary

Explore key findings from the largest study on hunger in Arizona, revealing insights into who is struggling, why, and how to respond. Learn about the impact on individuals and communities and find out about essential actions needed to combat hunger effectively.

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Addressing Hunger in Arizona: 2010 Report Summary

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  1. 2010 Hunger in America Report: Arizona Summary www.azfoodbanks.orgwww.facebook.com/azfoodbanks www.twitter.com/aafb

  2. About Hunger in America: • Spearheaded by Feeding America, it is the largest study of its kind, with 1390 individuals and 526 agencies interviewed in 2009. • Statistically valid, it seeks to identify who is struggling with hunger, why and what the response is. • Study happens every 4 years, allowing us to analyze trends.

  3. Key Findings: • 888,100 unduplicated Arizonans received emergency food in 2009: 85% increase over 2005. • 46% werechildrenundertheage of 18; 7% wereseniorsover 65; 12% were homeless. • 54% female, 46% male. • In AZ: 46% Hispanic, 39% White, 5% Black. • 77% of households experienced food insecurity. • On average, 127,300 Arizonans receive assistance at food pantries, soup kitchens and shelters in any given week.

  4. People Making Tough Choices: • Forced to choose between paying for food and mortgage/rent, utilities, medicine/medical care, and transportation/ gas:

  5. Other Findings & Action Items: • 69% applied for SNAP (Food Stamps); 30% enrolled • Breaking stereotypes: over 30% employed; 27% had attended college. • 39% of agencies were faith based – huge future potential. • Funding safety net and living-wage job creation. • Outreach to maximize existing program awareness and participation.

  6. ThankYou & More Information: • Contact the Association of Arizona Food Banks at 602-528-3434 or www.azfoodbanks.org. • Read the complete 2010 Hunger in AmericaArizona Summary: www.azfoodbanks.org/index.php/hungerinamerica • Read the complete National study: www.hungerinamerica.org

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