Feeding america calls for collective action to eradicate hunger

CHATTANOOGA , Tenn. (WDEF) September marks hunger action month, and this year, feeding america is calling on people across the country to take actions to end hunger.

The chattanooga area food bank is spearheading efforts, working relentlessly to boost awareness and encourage.

“Right now, we know that 44 million people in America don’t know where their next meal is coming from. This month, we focus heavily on educating the community and raising awareness about what hunger looks like. It varies widely, from a student in school who relies on healthy nutrition development to a senior deciding whether to buy healthy food for their health or medication”said chief development officer Summer Simmons.

Throughout this month, the food bank is on a mission to raise both awareness and support. They’ve organized a series of events designed to get the chattanooga involved.

One of the key events is the nooga walk run, a 5K fundraiser happening this Sunday September 8th. It’s a wonderful chance for family and friends to have fun while supporting a vital cause.

“We’re going to have a tent set up with TVs for some family fun. There will be bins set out by the greenway area, and we’ll be collecting canned goods for anyone who wants to donate food. It’s going to be a great time for families to come together and raise awareness about food insecurity.”

The chattanooga area food bank wants the community to come together this September and make a lasting impact.