Each year, people of faith write letters and emails to their members of Congress who have the power to impact the policies and programs that can end hunger. By taking part in Bread for the World’s 2022 Offering of Letters, you will help make nutrition for mothers and children a priority in our own country and abroad. The Offering of Letters website has flexible tools to help plan your letter writing event.
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What is hunger?
People who suffer chronic hunger do not get enough calories, essential nutrients, or both. They have an ongoing problem with access to food.
What causes hunger?
Poverty is the main cause of hunger in the world. This is true in rich and poor countries alike. Most people who are hungry are living in extreme poverty, defined as income of $1.90 per day or less. About 740 million people live in extreme poverty.
Where does hunger exist?
822 million people experience hunger every day. Hunger exists in the U.S. just as it does everywhere. Over the last few decades, the world as a whole has seen progress against hunger, but the past few years have seen hunger rates rise.
Who experiences hunger?
Anybody can experience hunger at any time. But certain groups and people living under certain conditions are more at risk.
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