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When natural disaster strikes, community is everything

Aug 25, 2025, 5:12 AMfeedingamerica
Feeding America From wildfires to floods, Feeding America is there. |

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Natural disasters like floods, hurricanes, and wildfires are becoming more frequent—devastating communities across the country. But thanks to supporters like you, the Feeding America network can respond quickly with food, water, and emergency supplies—sometimes within hours—reaching families in crisis.

In 2024 alone, we responded to over 20 major disasters—like Helene, Ida, and Milton—and the Feeding America network was able to distribute 5.53 million pounds of food to impacted communities and $3 million in grants to 22 food banks across the country.

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200+ food banks and 60,000 meal programs serve all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico

 

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Every $1 raised can help provide 10 meals for our neighbors

 

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2,400 vehicles are ready to respond

This work isn't possible without you. Your support ensures that help is ready and waiting when crisis strikes. And after the cameras leave, the Feeding America network stays, working alongside our neighbors to support long-term recovery efforts.

Your compassion means families don't have to face disaster alone. It means a hot meal after a harrowing night, clean water when taps run dry, and a sense of hope when everything feels uncertain.

In times of crisis, community is everything. Thank you for standing with our neighbors when they need it most.

Linda Nageotte
Linda Nageotte

Linda Nageotte
President & Chief Operating Officer
Feeding America

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