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Hunger

Office of Social Justice and Environmental Advocacy

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Feeding those who are hungry was a consistent act of Jesus throughout his earthly ministry.

Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul, believe food and water are basic to sustaining life. We are called to share the bounty of the earth with those who are unable to provide for themselves. Providing food and water is not seen as a handout, but rather the sustenance a person needs to begin to provide for themself. The food and water waste experienced in the US indicates that providing for one will not take away from another. The challenge is in being creative and committed enough to match abundance with need.

Corporate Stance

Our Corporate Stance on Hunger

Believing that hunger is preventable and food security is basic to quality of life, the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul of the United States and Canada adopt a unified plan toward eradicating hunger for the most vulnerable in society today: children and the elderly.

We will do this by . . .

  1. Supporting food assistance programs with a focus on providing healthy food for children and the elderly
  2. Advocating with policymakers to promote and sustain food assistance and healthy eating education programs
  3. Leveraging resources in the communities we serve through networking and partnering
  4. Communicating available resources and “nutrition hints” through our direct and indirect network of ministries
  5. Educating caregivers and family members on healthy and financially responsible food preparation
  6. Praying for those who live with chronic hunger, those who care for them, and those who create policies and legislation which have a direct impact on the quality of life for those living in poverty.
Statements & Sign-Ons

Organizational Sign-Ons

2021

2-22 Letter to Congress to support the updated Summer Meals Act.

Resources

Ready to Join Us?

Take the First Step and Get Involved.

 Pray | Participate | Sign Petitions | Volunteer

The following are a sample of the kinds of resources available to you online to get engaged, educate yourself, and share resources.

Bread for the World

United Stated Conference of Catholic Bishops

Food Research and Action Center (FRAC)

Feeding America

Share our Strength: No Kid Hungry

World Hunger Education

Meals on Wheels America

Research: Hunger in America, Hunger Advocacy

For Local Initiatives
Search online for hunger initiatives (or advocacy) type in your state or county

For more information regarding Advocacy Initiatives of the Daughters of Charity Province of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, please contact:
Rachel Moccia  rmoccia@doc1633.org