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EMPOWER HER,

Elevate All.

One million women and girls are facing poverty in NYC. Help us empower them with the period products, hygiene essentials, and childcare resources they need to thrive.

GIVE NOW. GIVE FOR GOOD.

Women’s Food Poverty in NYC

1 in 5
women are are living below the federal poverty level
31.8%
of SNAP recipients are single women-led households
1/2
of single mothers have an income less than $35,935

Sources: 2022 American Community Survey. U.S. Census Bureau, 2023; 2023 United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). 2023. Food Security Status of U.S. Households in 2022.

Empower her  periodfamilyhealthhygiene

 Food Bank understands wellness extends beyond a full plate. That’s why in addition to food, we provide +900K lbs of household & personal care items to support women and their families each year.

PERIOD PRODUCTS

Pads, Panty Liners, Tampons

110.4K

BABY FOOD & FORMULA

80.1K

HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

Toys, Books, Clothing

407.3K

HYGIENE

Toilet Paper, Towels

125.5K

HEALTH & BEAUTY CARE

Soap & Hair Care

141.9K

CLEANING PRODUCTS

Detergent, Cleanser, Bleach

73.7K

Source: Food Bank For New York City

Run with us for the REAL SIMPLE Women’s Half Marathon

We are once again the official charity partner of the NYRR’s REAL SIMPLE Women’s Half-Marathon on April 28. Join our running team in three easy steps:

1. Sign up on the NYRR website while spots last!

2. Email Grace Accetta (Corporate & Foundation Donor Relations Manger) at gaccetta@foodbanknyc.org to confirm your registration.

3. Follow Grace’s next steps on how to create your own Runraiser with Food Bank!

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