As of 2022, 1 out of 8 children in Christian County, is struggling with food insecurity. This number only gets worse when school is out of session. The Taylorville Food Pantry expects, and welcomes, the surge in numbers that comes around every Summer. Amy Hagen, Co-Coordinator of the Taylorville Food Pantry, is already working to prepare for the increase. Hagen says food insecurity is an issue year-round, that really ramps up when schools close.

The Taylorville Food Pantry needs support from the community to keep shelves stocked during the busy season. Hagen talks the “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive that's just around the corner.

Other opportunities to give include the Kiwanis Drive-Thru Donation Days.

Why are all these efforts so important? Hagen shares an alarming statistic concerning children in our community.

For those questioning if they are eligible for the Taylorville Food Pantry’s help, Hagen breaks down the numbers behind those that qualify.
 

Find out more about the Taylorville Food Pantry at www.taylorvillefoodpantry.com.

Amy Hagen appeared as a guest on the WTIM Morning Show.