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Food Pantries: Lifeline or Letdown?

Turns out, a lot of parents with young kids are hitting up food pantries—but it’s not always the lifesaver you’d hope. One in three families with little ones are struggling to afford basics, and nearly a quarter have used a food pantry in the past year. But get this: many say the food isn’t nutritious or doesn’t fit their needs, and some even feel embarrassed to go. Better options and more choice could make a huge difference! #FoodInsecurity #ParentingStruggles #CommunitySupport #FoodPantry #FamilyNeeds #Safety