Imagine trying to feed thousands of hungry people with dwindling resources and shrinking budgets. Welcome to the harsh reality facing Mendo Food Network, a nonprofit wrestling with devastating funding cuts that are leaving vulnerable communities starving.

The Funding Freefall

In a gut-punch move, the organization has already been forced to end two crucial staff positions and scale back critical food distribution programs. Despite serving nearly 30,000 individuals and distributing 2.6 million pounds of food in 2023, they’re now facing a potential loss of over $400,000 in food donations.

The Community Impact

The consequences are immediate and painful. Food bank popups have been slashed from two to one per month in some areas, leaving 200 people without guaranteed access to meals. Curbside pickup programs? Gone. Senior centers and community members are left scrambling to fill the gaps.

A Call to Action

Mary Tinder from Mendo Food Network is crystal clear: they desperately need unrestricted financial support. “We’re just trying to limit the stress on our clients,” she explains. Whether it’s donating food, money, or volunteering, every contribution matters in keeping community members fed and hopeful.