Hunger in North Florida: Introduction

By Laura Ammerman | 13 December 2007 | Introduction | Food Resources in North Florida - A State and County Comparison | Filling in the Gaps - The Struggle to Fight Hunger in North Florida

As the housing market dips and gas prices rise, many people are caught in the middle, finding it difficult to provide food for themselves and their families.

Many charitable organizations and government programs exist to help those in need of food, but the need is never fully met.

In these pages, you'll learn about hunger in North Florida and the challenges of fighting against it.

 

Photo: Lunch at St. Francis House

Filling in the Gaps - The Struggle to Fight Hunger in North Florida

This year, organizations in Gainesville, Florida that supply food to those in need are low on resources.

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Graphic: Food Resource Chart Detail

Food Resources in North Florida - A State and County Comparison

See how North Florida households compare to the rest of the state when it comes to a lack of food and use of resources.

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