The Facts


In the United States

Many Americans are living on the edge, forced to choose between basic necessities like purchasing food, paying rent, or going to the doctor.

46.7 million

Americans live below the poverty level


Americans are homeless on a typical night

49 million

Americans are at risk of suffering from hunger

1 in 5

children in the U.S. live in poverty


While there has been slow but steady progress over the past thirty years, there are still a tremendous number of people around the world who live in extreme poverty.

795 million

people do not have enough to eat

896 million

people live on $1.90 a day or less


children die each minute of a hunger-related disease

65.3 million

refugees have been driven out of their homes

What You Can Do

As a society, we have the resources and knowledge to end hunger and homelessnesss — we just need the collective will to make these ideas a reality.


Pitch in at your area food bank or shelter. Find a local food or housing program.


Support local programs with food, clothing, and money. Find charities that fight hunger and homelessness.


Raise awareness about hunger and homelessness in your community. Learn more about the issues and how to speak out.