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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 President-Elect Trump to Put Kids First
Let’s Talk About Child Hunger
Take Action to End Child Hunger

We, the under-signed, call on President-Elect Trump to champion American values and prioritize kids during their first 100 days in office! 

If lawmakers don’t protect international food aid programs in the Farm Bill – our nation’s most critical set of hunger-fighting programs – millions of lives will be in grave danger. Please, tell Congress: Children need a better Farm Bill.

Tell Congress: Support a strong Farm Bill for kids during lame duck negotiations so every child has a chance to 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.

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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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