Ramadan is a time to remember the hungry. Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset, cultivating a sense of solidarity with the poor. But there are many people around the world who do not have the luxury of eating even one nutritious meal a day. Compassionate Care Network has a program to build partnerships between local food vendors, churches and mosques to serve the hungry.
In the United States, hunger is especially damaging to children, who need good nutrition to develop and grow physically and mentally. As of 2013, 15.8 million children in North America live in food insecure households. Hunger, poverty and ethnicity are all interrelated social determinants of health. Children with poor nutrition are more likely to become obese, develop diabetes and have difficulty learning in school.
This is a nationwide problem of epidemic proportions that affects millions of families every day. However, with our efforts combined, we can reduce this number and help the people who need it the most.
If you’d like more information or to get involved and start making a difference, you can take action at any of the following websites: feedingamerica.org, childrenshungeralliance.org, oxfamamerica.org, mazon.org, projectbread.org, hungertaskforce.org
For more information, please contact CCN: 773-775-3600
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