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Working Together to Relieve Hunger
November 12, 2013
Australia and United States
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Today’s Agenda
“Relieving the Hunger” Campaign Overview
Panel Session Feeding America Foodbank Australia Foodbank of Western Australia
Discussion Session/Q & A
“Relieving the Hunger” Resources
Today’s Presenters
Daniel Nisbet, Vice President of Development, Feeding America
Sarah Pennell, Business and Communications
Manager, Foodbank Australia
Anne Graydon, Fundraising and Development Manager, Foodbank of Western Australia
Global Hunger
Vast majority of food insecure people (852 million) live in developing countries, around 15% of their population. 16 million people are undernourished in developed countries. Poor nutrition causes nearly half (45%) of deaths in children under five - 3.1 million children each year.
870 million people were suffering from chronic undernourishment in 2010-2012.
Our Global Network
The “Relieving the Hunger” Global Service
Action Campaign is an opportunity for
Lions to bring together communities and
connect through a common goal to provide
food and nourishment to hungry children
and adults.
Relieving the Hunger Campaign
Service Activities
To date, Lions reported over
11,000 Activities under
the Relieving the Hunger
Campaign.
Service Hours
Reporting clubs dedicated over
517,000 hours to hunger-related activities.
People Served
Lions served over 2.1 million
people through Relieving the
Hunger campaign projects worldwide.
Your Global Impact
Lions in Action
Lions in Action
Poll Question
What types of hunger projects has your club organized? Please check all that apply:
Food Collection Drives Holiday Food Baskets School Feeding Program Food Bank or Food Pantry Support We have not yet participated in a
hunger service project
Feeding America
Dan Nisbet Vice President of Development Feeding America [email protected] www.feedingamerica.org
Lions Club International and Feeding America Working Together to Relieve Hunger
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AGENDA
• Hunger In America Today
• Feeding America’s Vision: A Hunger-Free America
• Mobilizing Lions to Help End Hunger in America
• Lions Global Service Campaign – Relieve The Hunger
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HUNGER IN AMERICA TODAY
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WHILE THE ECONOMY IS RECOVERING, HUNGRY AMERICANS ARE NOT.
FOOD INSECURITY REMAINS AT RECORD HIGHS.
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49,000,000 PEOPLE FOOD INSECURE 1 in 6 Americans
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1 in 5 CHILDREN 16 MILLION CHILDREN STRUGGLE WITH HUNGER
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SENIORS FACE CHOICES BETWEEN PAYING RENT, UTILITIES, AND HAVING ENOUGH NUTRITIOUS FOOD
4 MILLION
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AMERICANS ARE PRESSURED FINANCIALLY DUE TO A CONVERGENCE OF ECONOMIC STRESSES
UNEMPLOYMENT is still near 8% nationwide and in high food insecure counties it is 13%
PRICE SURGES for gas, food & other daily staples are decimating family budgets
HOUSING CRISIS has forced many out of their homes while others are underwater and unable to sell
PERSONAL DEBT in the U.S. is highest in history
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IN THESE TIMES OF NEED, MORE AND MORE PEOPLE ARE TURNING TO THEIR LOCAL FOOD BANK FOR HELP. COMPARED TO FOUR YEARS PRIOR, ARE SEEKING EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE FROM THE FEEDING AMERICA NETWORK EACH WEEK.
1 MILLION MORE PEOPLE
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A HUNGER-FREE AMERICA
OUR VISION
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WE WILL REALIZE OUR VISION BY...
FEEDING THE HUNGRY We will obtain more nutritious food to feed more people more often.
STRENGTHENING THE SYSTEM THAT NOURISHES OUR NATION We will more efficiently distribute food to those who need it the most.
LEADING THE NATION IN THE FIGHT AGAINST HUNGER We will rally the nation so that it is no longer acceptable that hunger exists in our country.
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STRENGTHEN FEED LEAD
BILLIONS OF MEALS FOR HUNGRY AMERICANS
Each aspect of Feeding America is vital to our success. Working together, our system has the power to provide
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FOOD IS DISTRIBUTED & STORED Member food banks ensure the safe storage and reliable distribution of donated goods to local charitable agencies.
DONATIONS ARE MADE Feeding America secures donations from the food and grocery industries, government agencies, individuals and other organizations.
HOW OUR NETWORK WORKS
FOOD REACHES THOSE IN NEED Donations are provided to people in need at food pantries, soup kitchens, youth programs, seniors centers and emergency shelters.
FOOD IS MOVED Feeding America moves donated food and grocery products through member food banks to where they are needed most.
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THE FEEDING AMERICA NETWORK
202 COMMUNITY FOOD BANKS
61,000 AGENCIES
37,000,000AMERICANS SERVED
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FEEDING AMERICA’S IMPACT
37 MILLION AMERICANS served annually, including 14 million children and 3 million seniors.
3.2 BILLION MEALS sourced annually.
203 FOOD BANKS in our network.
9 MEALS supplied for each dollar donated.
969 MILLION POUNDS of fresh fruits and vegetables sourced by our network in FY13. 650,000 VOLUNTEERS help carry out our vision for a hunger-free America.
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OUR GOAL Provide 3.6 billion meals annually by 2018— an increase of 1 billion meals. This will enable us to feed 37 million food insecure Americans more frequently.
2018
3.6 BILLION MEALS
2010 2.6 BILLION
MEALS
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MOBILIZING LIONS TO HELP END HUNGER IN THE USA We can only end hunger when the American public is aware of the full extent of the problem and understands and recognizes the hidden face of hunger in America. Lions are already vital partners and can do more:
OBJECTIVES: • Drive awareness of hunger among Lions and
Clubs of the USA • Drive awareness of Feeding America as the
leading hunger-relief organization in the nation
• Help convert awareness into increased activity, donations and advocates
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RELIEVING THE HUNGER Lions Global Service Action Campaign • Take action in December and
January – Organize projects that mobilize club
members – Visit The Global FoodBanking Network
or Feeding America for volunteer opportunities and consider other service projects
• Campaign Resources – Call to Action Flyer – Planning Guide – Project Ideas – Food Drive Project Sheet – News Release
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• Visit www.FeedingAmerica.org • Volunteer: http://feedingamerica.org/get-
involved/volunteer.aspx • Advocate – Take Action Now! • Read and Share Stories
• Augment Club Fundraising Tools and Member Engagement Options • Utilize tools on Lions’ website • Utilize Map the Meal Gap to
understand hunger in your community
• http://feedingamerica.org/hunger-in-america/hunger-studies/map-the-meal-gap.aspx
• Host a Virtual Food Drive • Start your own personal fundraiser
online
GET INVOLVED TODAY
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THANK YOU, LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL
Foodbank Australia
Sarah Pennell Business and Communications Manager Foodbank Australia [email protected] www.foodbank.org.au
Foodbank of Western Australia
Anne Graydon Fundraising and Development Manager Foodbank of Western Australia [email protected] www.foodbankwa.org.au
Foodbank Australia
Working to End Hunger in Australia
Hunger in Australia
• It’s a hidden problem
• 1 in 10 Australians experience food insecurity every year
• Half of them are children
• Not just the homeless and unemployed. Biggest group now seeking help is the working poor
• Charities don’t have enough food to meet the need – 65,000 people are turned away every month
What we believe
In this country of abundance, no one seeking food assistance should be turned away empty handed due to lack of food
What is Foodbank?
• Formed in 1992
• The largest hunger relief organisation in Australia
• Warehouses in every state capitals and 11 regional centres
• 107 staff
• 3,500 volunteers annually
We make a difference
700 food company partners
25.6 million kgs of food
34 Million meals
$180 million in charity saving
2,600 charities assisted
2012-13 figures
Disaster Resilience
• A first responder in times of disaster with the networks to get food where it’s needed
• Able to call on food industry assistance and then direct their donations to the right places
• Provide support for the weeks and months it takes for people to rebuild their lives
Where does the food come from?
• The entire food chain – Farmers – Manufacturers – Retailers and Wholesalers
• Every point of production – Pre production (e.g. ingredients) – Post production (e.g. extended runs) – Incorrect labels or damaged packaging – Surplus stock (e.g. close to expiry, slow
moving and deleted lines)
Our Challenge
• Double our food provision
• Increase donations of essential staples
• Increase the volumes of fresh foods
• Improve the nutritional profile of our supply
Collaborative Supply Program
• Proactively partner with food companies
• Seek donations of ingredients, production, packing and transport
• Produce essential items such as breakfast cereals, milk, pasta and sauce, canned and fresh fruit and vegetables
• $ donations help to complete the deal
Primary Produce Programs
• Fresh & Long Life Milk
• Grains
• Fruit & Vegetables
• Eggs
• Meat
Ways to help - fundraising
• For food (e.g. rice program)
• For programs (e.g. school breakfast program, cooking program)
• For infrastructure and equipment (e.g. trolleys, vehicles, warehouse racking)
• For resources (e.g. merchandise, marketing materials)
Ways to help - volunteering
• Lifeblood of Foodbank
• Skilled and unskilled help needed
• 100 volunteers needed a day nationally for warehouse operations
• Commitment is totally flexible
• Wide variety of opportunities (e.g. hamper packing, warehouse maintenance, fruit picking, school breakfast programs, events)
Ways to help – food drives
• Provides a direct connection
• Stand alone or as an addition to an event
• Themed drives – fish for Easter, hams for Christmas
• ‘Spring clean your pantry’
First Steps
• Invite us to come and speak at your club • Take a tour of the Foodbank warehouse
followed by either breakfast or dinner.
Thank You
www.foodbank.org.au
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Today’s Presenters
Daniel Nisbet, Vice President of Development, Feeding America
Sarah Pennell, Business and Communications Manager, Foodbank Australia
Anne Graydon, Fundraising and Development Manager, Foodbank of Western Australia
During the months of December and January, we invite you and your club to join Lions around the world to help relieve hunger.
Visit partner websites for volunteer opportunities near you:
Feeding America www.feedingamerica.org
Foodbank Australia www.foodbank.org.au
Foodbank of Western Australia www.foodbankwa.org.au
Global Foodbanking Network www.foodbanking.org
Ways you can help!
Get Involved: “Relieving the Hunger”
• Deliver food baskets to families in need. • Plant a community vegetable garden. • Organize a food drive and collect canned
goods. • Host a food bank leader to speak to your
club. • Consider planning projects to relieve hunger
throughout the year.
Ways you can help!
Lions Clubs International Foundation Standard Grant
• Provides matching funds up to US$75,000 • Approved for large-scale Lions' humanitarian projects. • Generally provides capital funding for equipment and
infrastructure needs. Food bank equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, delivery vehicles
Ways you can help!
www.lcif.org
Use the following resources to plan and promote your "Relieving the Hunger" Global Service Action Campaign project: • Call to Action Flyer: Get an overview of the "Relieving the Hunger" Global Service Action
Campaign – and ideas to jumpstart your project.
• Planning Guide: Use this step-by-step guide to organize your very own "Relieving the Hunger" project.
• Project Ideas: Review ideas you and your club can use to participate in the campaign.
• Food Drive Project Sheet: Use this project sheet to organize a food drive to alleviate hunger.
• News Release: Send a news release to local media to help publicize your "Relieving the Hunger" project.
• Partners!
“Relieving the Hunger” Resources
www.lionsclubs.og
“Relieving the Hunger” Resources
• “Call to Action” Flyer • Planning Guide • 20 Project Ideas • Food Drive Project
Sheet • Download at
www.lionsclubs.org
Share your “Relieving the Hunger” project and photos
Share Your Project!
• My LCI – online service reporting • News Release • Club/District Website • Club/District Social Media • LCI: Connect with us online in many ways!
Thank You!
Please contact us at [email protected] and visit our website for more resources:
www.lionsclubs.org