Working Together to Relieve Hunger

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 870 million people were suffering from chronic undernourishment in 2010-2012. 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.

Our Global Network

Relieving the Hunger Campaign 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.

Your Global Impact Service Activities Service Hours People Served To date, Lions reported over 11,000 Activities under the Relieving the Hunger Campaign. Reporting clubs dedicated over 517,000 hours to hungerrelated activities. Lions served over 2.1 million people through Relieving the Hunger campaign projects worldwide.

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 dnisbet@feedingamerica.org www.feedingamerica.org

Lions Club International and Feeding America Working Together to Relieve Hunger

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 16 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

HUNGER IN AMERICA TODAY 17 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

WHILE THE ECONOMY IS RECOVERING, HUNGRY AMERICANS ARE NOT. FOOD INSECURITY REMAINS AT RECORD HIGHS. 18 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

49,000,000 PEOPLE FOOD INSECURE 1 in 6 Americans 19 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

1 in 5 CHILDREN 16 MILLION CHILDREN STRUGGLE WITH HUNGER 20 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

4 MILLION SENIORS FACE CHOICES BETWEEN PAYING RENT, UTILITIES, AND HAVING ENOUGH NUTRITIOUS FOOD 21 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

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 22 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

IN THESE TIMES OF NEED, MORE AND MORE PEOPLE ARE TURNING TO THEIR LOCAL FOOD BANK FOR HELP. 1 MILLION MORE PEOPLE COMPARED TO FOUR YEARS PRIOR, ARE SEEKING EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE FROM THE FEEDING AMERICA NETWORK EACH WEEK. 23 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

OUR VISION A HUNGER-FREE AMERICA 24 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

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. 25 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

FEED STRENGTHE N LEAD Each aspect of Feeding America is vital to our success. Working together, our system has the power to provide BILLIONS OF MEALS FOR HUNGRY AMERICANS 26 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

HOW OUR NETWORK WORKS DONATIONS ARE MADE Feeding America secures donations from the food and grocery industries, government agencies, individuals and other organizations. FOOD IS MOVED Feeding America moves donated food and grocery products through member food banks to where they are needed most. FOOD IS DISTRIBUTED & STORED Member food banks ensure the safe storage and reliable distribution of donated goods to local charitable agencies. FOOD REACHES THOSE IN NEED Donations are provided to people in need at food pantries, soup kitchens, youth programs, seniors centers and emergency shelters. 27 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

THE FEEDING AMERICA NETWORK 202 COMMUNITY FOOD BANKS 61,000 AGENCIES 37,000,000AMERICANS SERVED 28 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

FEEDING AMERICA S IMPACT 37 MILLION AMERICANS served annually, including 14 million children and 3 million seniors. 9 MEALS supplied for each dollar donated. 3.2 BILLION MEALS sourced annually. 969 MILLION POUNDS of fresh fruits and vegetables sourced by our network in FY13. 203 FOOD BANKS in our network. 650,000 VOLUNTEERS help carry out our vision for a hunger-free America. 29 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

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. 2010 2.6 BILLION MEALS 2018 3.6 BILLION MEALS 30 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

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 31 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

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 32 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

GET INVOLVED TODAY Visit www.feedingamerica.org Volunteer: http://feedingamerica.org/getinvolved/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 33 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL http://feedingamerica.org/hunger-inamerica/hunger-studies/map-the-mealgap.aspx Host a Virtual Food Drive Start your own personal fundraiser online

THANK YOU, LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL 34 LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL

Foodbank Australia Sarah Pennell Business and Communications Manager Foodbank Australia Sarahp@foodbank.com.au www.foodbank.org.au

Foodbank of Western Australia Anne Graydon Fundraising and Development Manager Foodbank of Western Australia Anne.Graydon@foodbankwa.org.au 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

How it works

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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Ways you can help! 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 www.lcif.org

Relieving the Hunger Resources 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! 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 Project! Share your Relieving the Hunger project and photos 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 programs@lionsclubs.org and visit our website for more resources: www.lionsclubs.org