Did you know that 1 in 7 Americans struggle with hunger? Does that number surprise you? When I think about that number and then think about the children at my kids’ school, it makes me sad as I know that there are many who are likely a part of that statistic!

Food insecurity exists in virtually every community in the US. These people often struggle between having to choose between paying their monthly housing costs or paying for food for their family. Could you imagine having to make that choice? It’s likely that many of us know people who deal with these types of struggles…it could be a grandparent, a brother, an aunt or a friend. Visit Feeding America to learn more about the impact of hunger and food insecurity and how it affects the country as a whole.

Remember you can make a difference in your community! The Produce for Kids campaign with Publix is supporting 24 Feeding America® food banks in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina and South Carolina.

The funds raised during the Produce for Kids campaign will go to support Feeding America’s children’s programs, like Kids Café, Child Hunger Corps and the Summer Food Service Program. All you have to do to get involved is support the sponsors! Just look for the Produce for Kids signs when you are shopping in the produce department. By adding the delicious and healthy foods to your cart, you’ll bring home healthy and delicious foods for your family PLUS  you’ll help support local families and children in-need as well!

Why not pick up a few bags of  Wonderful® Pistachios next time you shop. Those tasty little nuts are perfect for a healthy snack and are great in all kinds of great recipes too! Here are just a few that the kids will love –

• Apple Pistachio Boats
• Banana Crunch Pops
• Banana Split Yogurt Parfaits

You can also support the cause when you pick up Little Bear Brand Sweet Onions. Oh my there are so many wonderful things you can make with these onions. These sweet onions are so good that you can use them in any everyday recipe but the sweetness makes them perfect for tasty treats like a big batch of delicious melt in your mouth onion rings. Grab a bag for all your favorite recipes or try any of the recipes below –

• Baked Salmon Cakes & Potato Wedges
• Oven Baked Onion Rings & Chicken
• Black Bean & Corn Salsa
• Chicken Patties & Veggie Spears

Remember the campaign runs through June 29. Be sure to look for the signs when you shop and check out the Produce For Kids website for more information, great recipes and to stay up-to-date on the campaign with upcoming events and news!

This post is sponsored by Produce for Kids. All comments and opinions are my own.