Local Food Insecurity Rates
21%
Overall Food Insecurity Rate
40.1%
Child Food Insecurity Rate
Food Bank Impact FY23
208,430 lbs
of food provided to families in need in Tensas Parish
596 individuals
Served each month, including 133 children and 186 seniors
Our Hunger Relief Network
The Food Bank has multiple food assistance programs in this parish:
- Senior Program
- Community Partners – 2
- Disaster Relief
Your Support Helps Feed Families in Tensas Parish
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We met 73‐year‐old Louise and her dog, Mickey Rooney, at the Mobile Pantry in April. She has lived in the town of St. Joseph in Tensas Parish since 1968.
Louise told us that she lives on a fixed income, which can make it difficult to get everything she needs each month.
“I’m very grateful for those who make it possible,” said Louise.
Your support will help our neighbors like Louise get enough to eat.