Tips to Address Food Insecurity in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
HOPEww • January 8, 2021
In honor of MLK Day and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy of justice and anti-poverty work, HOPE worldwide
is inviting you to help address food insecurity in your communities.
Food Insecurity:
a household's inability to provide enough food for every person to live an active and healthy life.
According to the United Nations, a great number of people experienced food insecurity across the globe due to COVID-19, doubling from 135 million in 2019 to 265 million in 2020.
With so many around the world hurting, we compiled a list of tips you can use to respectfully provide assistance to those needing it the most. For those who don’t already have plans on this national day of service, we want to invite you to volunteer to help address food insecurity in your community.
- Better Together: Support a local organization addressing food insecurity in your community. Contact a local food bank or pantry to find out what volunteer support they need.
- Protect Others’ Dignity: Always seek to protect the dignity of your neighbors. If possible, look to build mutually-beneficial relationships with individuals in your community.
- Safety First: Remember to follow local COVID-19 safety ordinances, including facial coverings and social distancing.
For more specific ideas of addressing food insecurity in your community, check out the toolkit below:
Find a U.S. Chapter in your area to get involved, and use the hashtag #HOPEwwMLKday to share how you served!
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We are deeply saddened by the passing of our dear friend and brother, Dave Tomlinson. Dave was a beloved part of the HOPE worldwide family who served in many capacities throughout his time with us, most recently as Chief Operating Officer before his retirement. He also played an important role in our Global Disaster Response and Community Service Brigades teams, serving alongside his wife, Angela. More than the roles he held, Dave was a cherished friend whose warmth, kindness, and genuine spirit touched so many people. His care for others was evident in the way he served, led, and built relationships with people around the world. Dave had a remarkable ability to encourage, uplift, and connect with people, reflecting God's love in both his leadership and his friendships. We will miss Dave deeply and are grateful for the many ways he gave of himself to HOPE worldwide and to the amazing people we get to serve. We’re holding Angela and their family close in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Dave’s presence will be deeply missed, but his faith, love, and example will remain in our hearts forever and his legacy will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing him.
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