[Organization Name] requests $[Amount] to combat food insecurity in [Community Name] through our comprehensive Nourishing Neighbors program. We combine emergency food distribution, nutrition education, and systemic advocacy to address both immediate hunger and root causes.

This funding will enable us to distribute 500,000 pounds of nutritious food annually, expand our mobile pantry to reach isolated communities, and launch a new produce prescription program in partnership with local healthcare providers.

Our 25-year commitment to fighting hunger, combined with efficient operations and strong community partnerships, ensures maximum impact for every dollar invested in this critical work.

Food insecurity in [Community Name] affects thousands:

• 1 in 6 residents is food insecure • Child food insecurity rate: 22% • 40% of food insecure households are ineligible for SNAP • Fresh produce access limited in food desert neighborhoods

Contributing factors include: - Rising food and housing costs - Limited transportation to grocery stores - Insufficient SNAP benefits - Lack of nutrition education

Research shows food insecurity leads to poor health outcomes, reduced academic performance, and increased healthcare costs. Our program addresses these needs through dignified, client-centered services.