SNAP cuts + ALICE families = growing hunger crisis.

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When working families still can't afford basics, hunger isn't a distant issue. It's here in our neighborhoods.
In Illinois, 12% of households live in poverty and 25% are ALICE (employed but income-limited), meaning 37% of households cannot meet the basic cost of living.
Now, with SNAP benefits ending, the situation is critical. Local pantries are already at capacity, and this will strain them even further.
United Way of Central Illinois is responding and ensuring that no neighbor goes hungry. We have started a Food Insecurity Fund and supporting local food pantries with $20,000 to aid ALICE families, SNAP households, and anyone at risk of hunger.
 
How can you help?
1) Donate today to help feed families in need.
2) Bring food donations to the United Way office (1999 Wabash Avenue, Suite 107, Springfield) between the hours of 9am and 4pm.
3) For food assistance or other resources in your area, call 211 to get information about local food pantries and community services.
4) Learn more about food insecurity and raise awareness.
Together, we can work together to ensure that no neighbor goes hungry.
 
 

SNAP cuts + ALICE families = growing hunger crisis.