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Our Key Issues

Child Hunger

Kids can’t thrive on empty stomachs.

Hunger is devastating for growing minds and bodies. But 13 million children in the U.S. are facing food insecurity – and every minute, 33 worldwide are born into hunger.

As families slip deeper into poverty, kids are facing stunted development, malnutrition and even death.

Our Mission

We’re breaking the silence on child hunger.

Nutritious food is a necessity — not a luxury. SCAN is leading the fight to end child hunger by building relationships with lawmakers, activating our network of grassroots advocates and supporting sustainable solutions for the world’s hardest-to-reach communities.

Fight for Stronger Food and Programs

Tell Congress to Build a Better Farm Bill

Conflict, extreme weather and economic instability are pushing communities closer to famine — but stronger international food aid programs would provide lifesaving support.

Urge Colorado Lawmakers to Invest in Kids This Legislative Session
Urge New Hampshire Lawmakers to Invest in Kids This Legislative Session
Urge Virigina Lawmakers to Invest in Kids This Legislative Session

Colorado’s kids deserves the very best, let’s send a strong message to state lawmakers urging them to make investments in child nutrition and quality early childhood education so Colorado’s kids can thrive!

New Hampshire’s kids deserves the very best, let’s send a strong message to state lawmakers urging them to make investments in quality child care, early learning, and child nutrition so New Hampshire’s kids can thrive!

Virginia’s kids deserves the very best, let’s send a strong message to state lawmakers urging them to make investments in child nutrition and quality early childhood education so Virginia’s kids can thrive!

SEE HOW VOTERS FEEL ABOUT SNAP

TO GET INSIGHT ON WHAT FAMILIES REALLY NEED, SCAN SURVEYED AMERICA.

Upcoming Volunteer Events & Trainings

Volunteer with SCAN and join a community of changemakers! There are endless ways to channel your passion for helping kids: write letters to the editor, participate in local events, fundraise or meet with Congress. Don’t worry – we’ll provide the tools you need to be a powerful champion for children.

Upcoming Events

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January 23 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm CST

Iowa Food System Coalition Day on the Hill with SCAN

The Iowa State Capitol, 1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50319

I have to give credit to SCAN’s Advocacy Summit for the ball of fire I’ve become. It pulled out a passion in me I never knew I had.

– Dafnee, advocate and mom from Louisiana

Advocacy in Action

Check out the latest updates on our hunger-fighting movement!

Jody Glaser, Sponsorship Associate Communications

Sarah Breaks the Silence on Hunger in Kentucky

Victoria Zegler

Actress Jen Garner Teams Up with Mark Shriver 

Jody Glaser, Sponsorship Associate Communications

Victoria Zegler

MORE KEY CAUSES

Early Childhood Education

Early education prepares children for a lifetime of learning.

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Children in Crisis

When crisis strikes, SCAN speaks up.

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