FOR I WAS HUNGRY AND YOU GAVE ME SOMETHING TO EAT; I WAS THIRSTY AND YOU GAVE ME SOMETHING TO DRINK; I WAS A STRANGER AND YOU TOOK ME IN.

Matthew 25:35

HUNGER IN OUR COMMUNITY

Sometimes, the needs of our community hide in plain sight, but that doesn’t mean they should stay hidden. Sumner County Schools have identified over 300 students who are experiencing homelessness right here in our own backyard. Many of these students experience malnutrition and don’t have much, if anything, to eat while they’re away from school. Their parents often struggle to provide food and may go hungry themselves so their children can eat. Teachers often spend their own money to help provide food for students in need.

Children and teens with hungry bellies find it difficult to concentrate in school, or may not attend school at all. They may be embarrassed to tell someone or ask for help. The children and teens of Sumner County should not carry this burden alone. We can help.

HOW WE CAN HELP

The goal of End Hunger in Sumner is to support the Sumner County school system alongside churches, non-profits, and governmental entities, aiming to eliminate food insecurities faced by students and provide biblical life coaching assistance to their families.

Long Hollow Church and End Hunger in Sumner will install and maintain meal pantries in select Sumner County Schools to provide easy-to-prep daily meals to students identified by the school during the school year for evenings, weekends, and school holidays.

BE A FORCE FOR GOOD

End Hunger in Sumner needs volunteers to help fill the needs of hungry students in Sumner County. It requires a constant supply of food and getting the food where it can serve the students. Find out how you can make a difference below.

Still have questions? Contact us at missions@longhollow.com.