Help End Hunger in Santa Cruz County
"Thank you from all of us here. It is very badly needed and we appreciate it."--Charlene Barnes, Donor
Hunger on the Central Coast is everybody's concern. In Santa Cruz County, high costs of living and decreasing annual household wages force working poor families to stretch dollars even farther to feed their families. According to the 2006 Hunger Study, many local families live with the daily reality of hunger: 1 in 3 households served by Second Harvest now has a monthly income under $500. The number of families whose children skip meals due to lack of food has more than tripled since 2001. 50% of Second Harvest clients are children.
The trend of hunger and poverty in Santa Cruz County is alarming. But the good news is you can help!
What’s New
- Heard of President Obama's Feed A Neighbor initiative? Learn more here.
- Every dollar you donate becomes 5 meals for your neighbors in need. Donate today.
- A little of your time goes a long way at Second Harvest. Volunteer for the next Saturday Food Sort or help out with an upcoming event.
- Work for systemic change to end hunger. Learn how to make your voice heard in local, regional, and state advocacy efforts.
