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Together, we can work to end hunger.

Who We Are

Hunger Free Oklahoma brings a unified, statewide voice to the issue and solutions surrounding hunger to ensure all Oklahomans have access to affordable, nutritious food. Hunger Free Oklahoma holds the core belief that hunger is solvable, unnecessary, and unjust, and it impacts everyone living in Oklahoma.

At Hunger Free Oklahoma, we believe that everyone should have access to nourishing food and are working to ensure all Oklahomans can access three meals a day, every day. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all individuals, and we value people’s unique experiences and perspectives. We are committed to continually learning and growing in our efforts to create a more just society where everyone can thrive, and we invite everyone to join us in this important work.

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Every $1 in SNAP benefits puts $1.50 back into Oklahoma’s economy (Source)

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More than 1 in 4 (223,890) Oklahoma children don’t get the food that they need (Source)

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15.4% Oklahoma households are food insecure (Source)

Let’s Work Together

Hunger Free Oklahoma offers several bridging services to help partner organizations connect Oklahomans with valuable grocery assistance resources like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Double Up Oklahoma (DUO), and The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).

Latest Updates

President Johnson signing the Food Stamp Act of 1964

Old Myths, Real Consequences: What America Has Had to Unlearn About Hunger

As America marked its 250th anniversary, we heard stories about the innovations and movements that shaped our country. But anniversaries are not only occasions to celebrate progress. They are also opportunities to examine what we once accepted as true, what those beliefs cost us, and what we still need to change.
Kindergarten children eating packed lunch together

A Simple Form and a Few Minutes Help Students, Strengthen Schools

A child’s ability to learn does not begin with a textbook, lesson plan, or test. It begins with having enough nutritious food to eat. School breakfast and lunch programs provide more than meals. They give students fuel to concentrate, participate, and succeed in the classroom. When students are hungry, their attention shifts from the lesson to their next meal.
Members of the Black Panther Party serve meals in its Free Breakfast for Children Program in Oakland, CA

Communities in Action: People Helping People

When we recount the history of America’s efforts to reduce food insecurity, large-scale government programs often take center stage. But long before these policies existed, people were already responding.

Latest Updates

President Johnson signing the Food Stamp Act of 1964

Old Myths, Real Consequences: What America Has Had to Unlearn About Hunger

As America marked its 250th anniversary, we heard stories about the innovations and movements that shaped our country. But anniversaries are not only occasions to celebrate progress. They are also opportunities to examine what we once accepted as true, what those beliefs cost us, and what we still need to change.
Kindergarten children eating packed lunch together

A Simple Form and a Few Minutes Help Students, Strengthen Schools

A child’s ability to learn does not begin with a textbook, lesson plan, or test. It begins with having enough nutritious food to eat. School breakfast and lunch programs provide more than meals. They give students fuel to concentrate, participate, and succeed in the classroom. When students are hungry, their attention shifts from the lesson to their next meal.
Members of the Black Panther Party serve meals in its Free Breakfast for Children Program in Oakland, CA

Communities in Action: People Helping People

When we recount the history of America’s efforts to reduce food insecurity, large-scale government programs often take center stage. But long before these policies existed, people were already responding.

View the Latest News

Find the latest Hunger Free Oklahoma news, press releases, and read about hunger in our state.

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