In Bellevue, Washington, 23% of the population will be hungry today. They have inadequate access to nourishing food which is essential to their physical and mental wellbeing.

What is causing this?

Bellevue has a high cost of living, with housing prices being higher than the national average. This can put strain on the money an individual or family relies on for purchasing necessities such as bread and fruit. The increasing cost of food is a tremendous burden to a person's income.

Who is affected?

Many people in Bellevue, especially children from low-income families, are affected. More than 4,135 students in Bellevue School District are experiencing food insecurity today.

What is at stake?

Hunger is the leading cause of death in the world. Over 9 million people die from hunger-related causes each year. If this is left unattended, people at risk could experience deteriorating physical and mental health.

It's Time to Act: Now

Signing this petition brings awareness and motivates others to take action. Every day, an estimate of 24,657 people worldwide die of starvation. Signing this can encourage others to choose to help the impoverished around the world. You, too can also take other actions, such as:

• Donating non-perishable food to a local food bank
• Participating in local and global food relief services
• Forming a club at school to raise awareness

Let's join together and help the people in Bellevue who are in need.