Often, hunger begins just one, unexpected event at a time. Just one occurrence can trigger a series of lingering events — making hunger a very persistent problem. But Hunger Action Month reminds us that we can end hunger — one helping at a time. Every action adds up to make a significant difference.
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Over the years, Hawaiʻi Foodbank has endured multiple natural disasters and learned many valuable lessons about recovery, resilience and the importance of being prepared. But, what does being prepared for hurricane season look like?
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Hawaiʻi Foodbank, along with affiliates Maui Food Bank and The Food Basket, received national recognition for their collaborative work. The Food Bank Hui was created to strengthen connections and promote health initiatives across the State of Hawai‘i.
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Diane Keeler, Līhuʻe Walmart store manager, finds her spark through volunteering and serving on the advisory board for Hawai‘i Foodbank Kaua‘i. Whether at work or in her community, Diane prioritizes taking care of others. No matter the circumstances – she’s just happy to take care.
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Hawaiʻi Foodbank volunteer Rina Patel-Jerls sorts each donated product and meal with compassion. For Rina, food is both a basic need and her love language, and she invites others to join her in giving back to our community.
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Now in its tenth year, the Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign from Walmart and Sam’s Club has helped provide food for more than half a million meals to communities in need across Hawai‘i.
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Hawaiʻi Foodbank’s strategic farm partnership with Kahumana Farms has inspired innovation in meeting the need for fresh foods in underserved communities while supporting sustainability in local agriculture.
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Hawai‘i Foodbank has received a commitment from Matson to provide another $5 million in cash and in-kind shipping services to support food banks in Hawai‘i, Alaska and Guam.
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Canned foods often get a bad rap. While fresh produce may be ideal, canned goods offer convenience and can actually be just as nutritious as their fresh and frozen counterparts.
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Amid the bustle of the holiday season, planning a family gathering can already be hard enough. The last thing we need to worry about is all the holiday leftovers. But, unfortunately, food waste this time of year can be a big problem.
Continue readingHousehold Size | 200% Monthly Gross Income (BBCE Household) | 130% Monthly Gross Income (Regular Household) | 100% Monthly Net Income |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | $2,606 | $1,694 | $1,303 |
2 | $3,510 | $2,282 | $1,755 |
3 | $4,416 | $2,870 | $2,208 |
4 | $5,320 | $3,458 | $2,660 |
5 | $6,226 | $4,047 | $3,113 |
6 | $7,130 | $4,635 | $3,565 |
7 | $8,036 | $5,223 | $4,018 |
8 | $8,940 | $5,811 | $4,470 |
9 | $9,846 | $6,400 | $4,923 |
10 | $10,752 | $6,989 | $5,376 |
11 | $11,658 | $7,578 | $5,829 |
12 | $12,564 | $8,167 | $6,282 |
13 | $13,470 | $8,756 | $6,735 |
14 | $14,376 | $9,345 | $7,188 |
15 | $15,282 | $9,934 | $7,641 |
16 | $906 | $589 | $453 |
Note: 200% BBCE Monthly Gross Income (MGI) is based on 100% SNAP Federal Poverty Level (FPL)
BBCE – Broad-based Categorical Eligibility
