1 in 6 Texans Face Hunger—Now Is the Time to Act

• May 15, 2025
• Mia Reza

Hunger is not just a statistic, it's a daily reality for 1 in 6 Texans. Behind each number is a person facing impossible choices: groceries or rent, medication or a meal. No Texan should have to live with that kind of uncertainty.

As food insecurity continues to rise across the state, proposed cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) threaten to deepen the crisis. These cuts could strip vital support from seniors, children, veterans, and working families who rely on SNAP to put food on the table.

At El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank, we witness the impact firsthand. More families are turning to us for assistance, and our resources are stretched thin. We cannot stand by while our neighbors go hungry.

How You Can Help:

• Advocate: Urge lawmakers to protect and strengthen SNAP. Your voice matters. Take action through Feeding America's advocacy page.
• Donate: Support local hunger relief efforts. Every dollar helps provide meals to those in need. Make a donation.
• Volunteer: Your time can make a difference. Join us in sorting and distributing food to our community. Sign up to volunteer.

Together, we can ensure that no one in our community goes without the food they need to thrive.