Hunger is not just a global issue, it's a local one too. In our very own New York State, after the pandemic relief ended, 724,000 children lost their access to free food. There are nine states that This is not just a statistic; these are real kids who go to bed hungry and attend school on an empty stomach. The debilitating effects of hunger on academic performance are well-documented and cannot be ignored.

No child should have to worry about where their next meal will come from. It's time for New York State to step up and guarantee free meals for all children. This isn't just about feeding bodies; it's about nourishing minds and futures.

According to Feeding America, 1 in 6 children may experience food insecurity in 2022. That’s an estimated 13 million children who may not know where their next meal will come from this year alone (Feeding America). We can change this narrative for our kids here in New York.

Join us as we call upon the state government to make a positive change for the future of our state - our children deserve better! Sign this petition today!