Local Food Insecurity Rates
19.3%
Overall Food Insecurity Rate
35.1%
Child Food Insecurity Rate
Food Bank Impact FY23
816,438 lbs
of food provided to families in need in Morehouse Parish
2,290 individuals
Served each month, including 617 children and 687 seniors
Our Hunger Relief Network
The Food Bank has multiple food assistance programs in this parish:
- Senior Program
- Community Partners – 8
- Disaster Relief
Your Support Helps Feed Families in Morehouse Parish
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As a single mom, Samantha tries to ensure her kids have the best possible life. But it’s not easy.
“I work really hard every week and all the money goes to bills. With what little I have extra, it goes to the kids,” she said.
Which is why Samantha visits a food pantry near her home.
“The food pantry has helped us a lot since I’m the only income. We get a box of food that comes with meat, canned food, dairy products and even snacks for the kids. It helps when we need it,” she said.