A weakened economy and rising food costs has created a scarcity of food among people who never thought they would be lacking. According to the U.S. government, 1 in 9 households (10.9%) did not have enough food for a healthy lifestyle at some point during 2006.

Food banks report a 15% to 20% increase in demand from last year. And 4 in 5 food banks (80%) could not meet this month’s demand without cutting operations or food portions.

This is the worst that I’ve ever seen it by far.
- Dave Krepcho :: Food Bank of Central Florida (Orlando, FL)

There is a big mission field in your back yard. Working with your local food banks is a great way to minister to your community’s needs.

[via The USA Today]