Another Shade of Why

I thought I would list some of the other reasons for the Green Bean Challenge:

More than 330,000 of our neighbors are food insecure.

The Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia is committed to assisting over 500 community agencies and programs.

32% of those served are children.

42% of those served are the working poor.

24% of those served are the elderly.

It only takes 29 cents to provide an entire meal for a hungry person.

The Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia has received 4 stars from Charity Navigator, a watchdog for non-profit organizations. 96.4 cents out of every dollar goes into their programs and services.

Do you know anyone who has been laid off from work? Do you know how much his or her unemployment check covers? Does it cover the mortgage and food?

Are you sure the elderly widow down the street has enough income to cover prescription drugs and a healthy meal?

And what about the child at school who hasn't eaten since yesterday's free lunch?