The Salvation Army urges community support as food insecurity continues to plague Madison County
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE SALVATION ARMY, JACKSON TN:
The Salvation Army Urges Community Support as Food Insecurity Continues to Plague Madison County
Jackson, TN – The Salvation Army of Jackson is issuing a plea to the community for urgent food donations as food insecurity remains a pressing issue in Madison County. Recent statistics reveal that approximately 24% of children in Madison County are food insecure, while 48% of households in Jackson struggle to make ends meet, living either below or just above the federal poverty level.
Emily Ricket of The Salvation Army in Jackson, emphasized the critical need for support, stating, “Over the past year, we have witnessed a significant increase in demand for food assistance. Families are grappling with rising costs, making it increasingly difficult to put food on the table. The Salvation Army of Jackson is committed to providing for those in need, but we need the community’s help to continue our mission.”
The Salvation Army of Jackson operates a food pantry open to the public every Tuesday and Thursday. Each week, between 45 and 60 families rely on the pantry’s provisions to alleviate hunger and food insecurity in their households.
The Salvation Army has identified the following items as most needed for their food pantry:
- Canned meats/proteins
- Canned vegetables
- Canned soups
- Pasta and sauce
- Granola and snack bars
- Rice
- Crackers
- Instant mashed potatoes
- Peanut butter
Donations can be dropped off at The Salvation Army of Jackson located at 125 Allen Avenue on Mondays and Wednesdays between 8:30am and 4:00pm, or on Friday mornings between 9:00am and noon.
For more information on how to support The Salvation Army’s efforts to combat food insecurity in Madison County, please contact them at (731) 422-1271. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those struggling with hunger in our community.
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army annually helps nearly 24 million Americans overcome poverty, addiction, and economic hardships through a range of social services. By providing food for the hungry, emergency relief for disaster survivors, rehabilitation for those suffering from drug and alcohol abuse, and clothing and shelter for people in need, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country. For more information, visit SalvationArmyUSA.org. Follow us on X @SalvationArmyUS and #DoingTheMostGood
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