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Hunger Facts

 

Sometimes it is hard to comprehend what it's like to go without food each day. The impact of hunger in our communities and ultimately to our country may be felt for years to come.

 

Children

Hungry children, even those who experience only mild malnutrition during the critical stages of their development, may suffer irreparable harm. Research shows that preschool and school-aged children who experience severe hunger have higher levels of chronic illness, anxiety and depression, and behavior problems than children with no hunger. Hungry children have a harder time learning in school, shorter attention spans, and suffer more absences due to illness.

Faces of Hunger in Montgomery County

The majority of people seeking food assistance are not receiving government benefits. Only 18% of the households seen by area agencies are receiving Food Stamps. Government Welfare, or Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), was the main source of income for less than 1% of households in 2000.

  •  40% are children
  • 10% are seniors
  • 10% are Female Head of Households
  • 47% are Anglo
  • 17% are African American
  • 35% are Hispanic

 

Poverty Thresholds

The U.S Census Bureau defines the thresholds for the purpose of estimating the U.S. population living in poverty. The Size of families average thresholds is higher than you might think.

  • One Person - $13,700
  • Two Persons - $15,650
  • Three Persons - $17,600
  • Four Persons - $19,550
  • Five Persons - $21,150
  • Six Persons - $22,700

Events

Feb. 10

GEORGE WINSTON CONCERT

Dosey Does in The Woodlands. Concert starts at 8:30. All CD sales will benefit the MCFB. 


Feb. 10

NUNSENSE AT OWEN THEATER IN CONROE

Show starts at 8:00pm. This performance will benefit the MCFB.


Feb. 11

NUNSENSE AT OWEN THEATER IN CONROE

Show starts at 8:00pm. This performance will benefit the MCFB.


Feb. 12

NUNSENSE AT OWEN THEATER IN CONROE

Matinee performance starts at 2:00pm. The show will benefit the MCFB.


Feb. 18

GO TEXAN PARADE

Join us in the Conroe Go Texan Parade. Line up starts at noon. Volunteers are needed to help carry the banner.

 

March 3

FEASTING ON THE FRONTIER

La Torretta on Lake Conroe starting at 6:30pm. Tickets available by calling 936.539.6686. Dinner, dancing, and auctions! Sponsorship and ticket information. Online payment accepted. Go to DONATE NOW, type of donation-GALA. 


March 21

TASTE OF EAST MONTGOMERY COUNTY

Stroll among the booths and sample a variety of food & beverage offerings. Volunteers needed from 4pm-8pm at the Yellow Rose Reception Hall in New Caney.



March 31

KIDZFEST

Volunteers needed 10am-5pm in Downtown Conroe to play Knock-Out Hunger Game.


March 31-April 1

THE WOODLANDS SPRING HOME AND GARDEN SHOW

Volunteers needed 10am-7pm Saturday, and 10am-6pm on Sunday at the Waterway Marriott for the MCFB table. 



April 28

TEXAS SAWMILL FESTIVAL

Volunteers needed 10am-5pm at the East Montgomery County Improvement District in New Caney for festival.



May 4

2ND ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT 

West Fork Golf Course in Conroe

 

July 19

SHOOT OUT HUNGER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

Did You Know?

The majority of people seeking food assistance are not receiving government benefits. Only 18% of the households seen by area agencies are receiving Food Stamps. Government Welfare, or Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), was the main source of income for less than 1% of households in 2000.