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Inflation forcing many Houstonians to choose between essentials such as buying gas or food
Hundreds of Houstonians are seeking help as the Houston Food Bank rolls out a new effort in northeast Houston.
HOUSTON - Favor Delivery announced it would be partnering with Feeding Texas to raise money and help Texans experiencing hunger.
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As part of Hunger Action Month, which kicked off Thursday, September 1, Favor Delivery announced in a press release it would be donating one meal to Feeding Texas for every delivery completed by the end of the month, with the goal of reaching $25,000.
"Texas is one of just 9 states with higher food insecurity than the national average and increasing access to food and nutrition for every Texan is vital in helping our communities be healthy and food secure," said Jag Bath, Favor CEO. "Putting community first is at the heart of Favor, and we’re proud to continue supporting Feeding Texas’ incredibly crucial work to end hunger across our state."
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Favor's donation would help Feeding Texas serve millions of individuals and families experiencing hunger and food security, including:
- Nearly 4 million (1 in 8) Texans struggle with hunger and food insecurity
- 20% (1 in 5) of Texas children experience hunger
- 11% of households with seniors in Texas face food insecurity
- Hunger hits Texans of color even harder, with 1 in 4 Black Texans and 1 in 5 Latinx Texans facing the threat of hunger
To learn more about the campaign and how you can help, click here.