[TL;DR] Veterans, we know you’re often the first to help others. Maybe you find it difficult to ask for help yourself, but it’s important to remember you don’t have to do it alone. If you or someone you know needs resources – whether it’s for stress, finances, employment, physical or mental health – don’t wait. Reach Out. Explore available resources below.

When was the last time you asked for help? We asked real Veterans to reflect and share their experience. Watch this PSA to see what they said.

Are you or someone you know dealing with a life challenge? Take to find support that is designed for you. Resources are available across life challenges like:

• Transition back to civilian life

• Divorce

• Job loss

• Housing troubles

• Physical and mental health challenges

• Loss & Isolation

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Career Challenges

Are you struggling with work or having trouble adjusting to civilian life? Career challenges can create stress that appears in many ways. Explore resources like:

• Assistance Programs

• Education & Training

• Accommodations, Benefits, and Rights

Veterans, find these and more resources on for you or someone you know struggling with career challenges.

Educational Challenges

Whether you’re not sure how to apply your military skills or you need help affording college, educational challenges can create stress that shows up in many ways. Check out resources like:

• Local and Online Programs

• Career Planning and Guidance

• GI Bill and other Related Benefits

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Living with a Disability

Living with a disability can impact your life in many ways. Things like dealing with chronic pain, feeling like you could do more for your family, or your disability making it harder to work can all stem from living with a disability.

Here are resources for Veterans with disability challenges.

• Disability Compensation

• Systems of Care

• Adaptive Programs

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Money Challenges

Money problems can create stress that shows up in many ways. Things like trouble sleeping, getting into debt, stressing about having a place to live, or feeling like you could do more for your family can all stem from financial pressure.

Check out resources for Veterans experiencing money challenges.

• Information on Money Management and Loans

• Housing Assistance

• Legal Assistance

Not a Veteran?

If you’re a friend or family member of a Veteran, you have an important role to play in supporting them. This can look like:

• A small act of kindness

• Safely intervening in a crisis

• Encouraging a close Veteran to start or consider mental health treatment if needed

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TLDR: Hunger can impact anyone, often when we least expect it, and it can turn lives upside down. But people across America are finding that there are resources in their communities that can not only support them as they get back on their feet, but allow them to build a better future for themselves and their loved ones.

FACT: Millions of people in America are just one job loss, missed paycheck, or medical emergency away from hunger.

And there are countless people out there who have shared their stories about how they have been able to change their lives for the better with improved access to nutritious foods.

When Rebekah experienced a series of unexpected health challenges, she was unable to work, leaving her and her family’s lives upended. With time and support from her community and local food pantry, she and her family were able to get back on their feet. Now, not only is she back working a full-time job and providing for her family, but she’s planning for their long-term future.

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FACT: In 2022, 49 million people in the U.S. turned to the charitable food system for assistance—that’s 1 in 6 people.

As more people are discovering resources that improve their access to nutritious foods, many are also finding ways to develop new skills and build a better future.

Jeff is a former electrician who experienced a traumatic brain injury during an otherwise normal day on the job, instantly changing his life forever. During his recovery, food donations from his community food bank helped him regain stability. Today he’s sharing his skills as he teaches electrical classes at a local jail, and is looking forward to what’s next.

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FACT: Having access to nutritious foods from a young age plays a critical role in the developmental stages for children. It contributes to improved concentration and memory, the development of social, behavioral, language and motor skills, and reduces risks of health conditions like anemia and asthma.

Take Elijah for example – at 11-years-old, he is passionate about robotics, and dreams of becoming an engineer when he grows up. Even at a young age, he’s experienced first-hand how having access to nourishing meals can fuel his aspirations.

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There are also countless stories of people around the country who are showing up to play a role in the nationwide movement to end hunger, and experiencing the positive impact this can have on their community.

FACT: Studies show that becoming involved in helping your community lowers rates of depression and anxiety. By volunteering, we can benefit from bettering our mental wellness and alleviating stress.

Arthur is a teenager from San Diego whose volunteer experience at his local food bank has done more than just help his neighbors put food on the table. His involvement with Feeding San Diego has provided him with leadership and education opportunities, and helped him build strong and meaningful connections with his community.

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We can all play a role in the nationwide movement to end hunger that is helping make stories like these possible. if you’d like to get started or learn more about how to get involved, including:

• Volunteering – There’s a wide array of ways that you can volunteer your time in your community.

• Advocating – Lending your voice and advocating to end hunger can make a big difference.

• Donating – If you have the means, you can donate to Feeding America, where every dollar donated helps secure and distribute at least 10 meals to neighbors facing hunger.

How is Feeding America working to end hunger in America?

Feeding America helps tens of millions of people who experience food insecurity access nutritious foods. The Feeding America network consists of food banks, pantries, meal programs, state associations and the Feeding America national organization working together alongside communities. The network collects food and financial donations, moves and distributes food to communities who need it, and advocates to end hunger in America.

If you or someone you know may be experiencing food insecurity, resources are available. To find a local food bank near you, find programs that provide food assistance, or explore other resources that can help make ends meet, visit:

TLDR: Millions of people across the U.S. are experiencing food insecurity, but we can end hunger in America if communities, organizations, institutions, and individuals nationwide work together. Realizing a future where no one is hungry will take all of us, and there are many ways to get involve.

In every community in America, people are working hard to provide themselves and their families with the meals that help us all reach our full potential. But the truth is, hunger can impact anyone.

44 million people in America experience food insecurity.

And the rate of food insecurity is even higher for children in the U.S.

And during the summer, things can be even more challenging. Each year when school is out of session, summer can mean 90 days without the school meal programs that help kids access the foods they need to learn and grow throughout the school year. 

100% of U.S. counties have people experiencing food insecurity. Learn the facts about how food insecurity is impacting neighbors in your community by visiting the interactive map in .

There’s a nationwide movement underway to end hunger – and there are a lot of ways to get involved. Here are a few:

Volunteer at a local food bank or pantry near you – Food programs often fully rely on volunteers to ensure communities have reliable access to nutritious foods. Volunteers can do anything from sorting and packing foods, to delivering meals, or even helping tend to community gardens.

Use your voice to advocate for a hunger-free America – Our voices play an important role to help ensure our neighbors have access to nutritious food. You can spread the word about the importance of addressing hunger throughout your community and on social media, and also show your support for programs designed to alleviate hunger.

If you have the means, you can donate to Feeding America – Every dollar donated to Feeding America helps secure and distribute at least 10 meals to neighbors facing hunger.

 if you’d like to get started or learn more about any of these ways to get involved.

So what is Feeding America doing to end hunger in the U.S.?

Feeding America supports tens of millions of people who experience food insecurity to access nutritious food and resources. The Feeding America network consists of food banks, pantries, meal programs, state associations and the Feeding America national organization working together alongside communities. The network collects food and financial donations, moves and distributes food to communities who need it, and advocates to end hunger in America.

FOOD RESCUE: Last year, Feeding America kept nearly 4 billion pounds of good, safe food out of a landfill and helped distribute it to people experiencing food insecurity.

FOOD DISTRIBUTION: Last year, neighbors facing hunger gained access to 5.3 billion meals supported by the Feeding America network of food banks, food pantries, and meal programs.

The organization also works to address underlying factors that impact food security, like cost of living, health, and employment. They connect people experiencing food insecurity with community leaders, policymakers, organizations, and supporters, bringing them all together to work towards an America where no one is hungry.

If you or someone you know may be experiencing food insecurity, resources are available. To find a local food bank near you, find programs that provide food assistance, or explore other resources that can help make ends meet, visit: