1 in 7 Americans receive food stamps.
Take the Food Stamp Challenge
Sunday, February 19 through Saturday, February 25
Join Catholic Charities of Northern Kansas' CEO, Karen Hauser and take the
Food Stamp Challenge to spend only $4.50 on food per person, per day.
Live for one week -- Sunday, February 19 through Saturday, February 25 -- on the average food stamp allotment: $31.50, or $4.50 per day.
ABOUT THE CHALLENGE The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) currently helps nearly 45 million low-income people purchase food for their families. Every day, these individuals face a life of poverty.
Leaders and community members across the nation are taking the Food Stamp Challenge in order to help them better understand how the program works on a personal level and to highlight the continued need for and importance of feeding programs to alleviate hunger in the United States. Gain a new perspective on poverty.
GUIDELINES
- Each person can only spend a total of $31.50 on food and beverages during the Challenge week. This translates to $4.50 per day, or $1.50 per meal.
- All food purchased and eaten during the Challenge week, including fast food and dining out, must be included in the total spending.
- During the Challenge, eat only food that you purchase for the project. Do not eat food that you already own (this does not include spices and condiments).
- Avoid accepting free food from friends, family or at work, including food at receptions or coffee in the office.
RECIPES Not sure what to cook for under $1.50 a serving? Try some of these recipes!
White Bean Soup | Cheesy Pasta Primavera | Chicken Ravioli Soup
Crunchy Tuna Casserole | Creamy Tomato Soup | Easy Chicken Lo Mein
Share your daily meals, insights and experiences on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and other social media networks.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE Please consider donating the money you save participating in the Food Stamp Challenge to Catholic Charities to help our neighbors in need. Mail your donation to:
Catholic Charities
425 W. Iron
Salina, KS 67401
Attn: Adopt a Family
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Catholic Charities USA, as well as its affiliates throughout the United States, derives much of its financial resources from public donations, including those received via this and our affiliates’ online websites. If unsure as to the legitimacy of online donation channels, individuals, and agencies who wish to donate to Catholic Charities should contact Catholic Charities USA and/or our local Catholic Charities of Salina, Inc. For more information, please do not hesitate to contact Catholic Charities USA or your local Catholic Charities affiliate.