Nov 19, 2025
Many people have heard the term food bank, yet few realize the full impact these organizations have on families facing hunger, especially underserved regions like Appalachia. Food banks are often the first line of defense when a family’s pantry runs empty or a...
Nov 19, 2025
Life in rural West Virginia is defined by close-knit communities, rugged mountains, and deep cultural traditions. Yet behind the beauty and resilience of the state lies a difficult truth: poverty in West Virginia remains one of the most persistent challenges in the...
Nov 14, 2025
Last year, Big Creek People in Action (BCPIA), with the generous support of Americans Helping Americans®, helped ensure that the spirit of togetherness filled McDowell County from Thanksgiving through Christmas. Across several weeks, families gathered for community...
Oct 14, 2025
Yes, food insecurity exists in the U.S. According to the USDA, in 2023, about 13.5% of U.S. households, 47.4 million people, including 7.2 million children, experienced food insecurity. This marked an increase from 2022, when the rate was 12.8%, underscoring how...
Oct 17, 2024
Thousands of families across the country are receiving much-needed support as Americans Helping Americans® ships out 15,120 food boxes this month. Each box contains approximately 25 pounds of nonperishable items, including: Canned meats, vegetables, fruits, soups, and...
Jul 10, 2024
While generally speaking, children look forward to the last day of school, at Friendship Central School in Friendship, New York, nearly 300 students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade (and their parents) received a special surprise thanks to the supporters of...
