“But the reality is, millions of children face this hardship every day.
“We believe that no child should go to bed hungry, especially during a time full of warmth, love and sharing,” said Travis Arnold, Feed the Children president and CEO. The organization plans to deliver two million meals in November and December to families who need them. In the U.S., nearly 1 in 6 children is now estimated to be food insecure.įeed the Children, a leading nonprofit focused on alleviating childhood hunger, is holding its annual No Hunger Holidays campaign to help children, parents and caregivers fill the gap during this challenging time. 2021 has been a difficult year for our most vulnerable children and families who have faced widespread hardship and uncertainty because of the pandemic’s far-reaching effects. I’m so proud of our healers for the work they do to help those in our community.”Īs the holiday season approaches, too many people – including more than 17% of Norman residents living below the poverty line - find themselves exhausted and without essential resources. By collaborating with Feed the Children, we are removing hunger as a barrier for the people we serve. “We know when people are hungry, they can’t heal, they can’t focus on their wellbeing.
“We call Norman Regional employees healers and their healing extends beyond the walls of our facilities,” said Richie Splitt, President & CEO of Norman Regional Health System. These items will help to bring relief as well as a brighter holiday season. Peters Ave.) and will provide children and families with much-needed food and essentials.Įach family, pre-identified by Wilson Elementary School, will receive a 25-pound box of food a 10-pound box of daily essentials such as shampoo, conditioner, lotion and personal-care items as well as toys, books and additional products. The event will be held Tuesday, Nov.16 from 3 to 5 p.m. Norman Regional Health System and Feed the Children are partnering to bring No Hunger Holidays to 400 Norman families during the season of giving.
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