Ohio

Get the facts about hunger in Ohio

Though many of us may not realize the grave disparities that exist in our own communities, people face hunger in every county and congressional district in Ohio. They could be our neighbors, kids in our children's classes – the possibilities go on.

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What Hunger Looks Like in Ohio

In Ohio, 1,653,610 people are facing hunger - and of them 505,430 are children.

1 in 7 people

face hunger.

1 in 5 children face hunger.

People facing hunger in Ohio are estimated to report needing $1,174,406,000 more per year to meet their food needs.

The average cost of a meal in Ohio is $3.78. Data from Feeding America's Map the Meal Gap study. Learn more ›

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Ohio

Charitable programs are unable to fully support those facing hunger. The combination of charity and government assistance programs are necessary to help bridge the meal gap.

SNAP, formerly food stamps, provides temporary help for people going through hard times – providing supplemental money to buy food until they can get back on their feet.

In Ohio,

40.3% of households receiving SNAP benefits have children

$2,020,497,444
distributed through
SNAP generated $3,434,845,655 in economic activity*.

*Economists estimate that every dollar a household redeems through SNAP generates about $1.70 in economic activity.

Make a Difference in Ohio

Volunteer in Ohio

The Feeding America network is able to reach 40 million people, largely thanks to the commitment of volunteers. Our communities are stronger when we join together – help give your neighbors a hand up by volunteering at your local food bank.

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Become an Advocate

To make progress toward ending hunger in Ohio, we need to make sure our lawmakers in Washington are fighting for those struggling back home. You can help make sure they see how great the need is in Ohio – call on lawmakers to make ending hunger a priority.

Contact your member of Congress today ›