Our Mission
WhyHunger believes a world without hunger is possible. We provide critical resources to support grassroots movements and fuel community solutions rooted in social, environmental, racial, and economic justice. We are working to end hunger and advance the human right to nutritious food in the U.S. and around the world.
Dignity & Nutrition for All
WhyHunger is guided by our mission and grounded by our values. We put people first and believe that the solutions to ending hunger and poverty reside in people’s lived experiences. We stand up for human dignity and celebrate human potential. We are accountable to the grassroots organizations and social movements in the struggle for justice. We strive for transparency with our partners, donors, supporters and allies regarding our organizational strengths and challenges.
Uprooting Hunger for a Just World
Our ultimate goal of ending hunger isn’t about feeding people—it’s about equipping them to nourish themselves. We envision a world where all communities can nourish themselves in ways that respect people and the environment. We strive for socially and economically just and abundant food systems that benefit everyone and actively combat the effects of climate change.
WhyHunger supports community-driven solutions to end hunger and address the injustices that cause it.
Our work focuses on three main areas:
1) connecting people to healthy food resources when they need it most, 2) funding and supporting programs that tackle the root causes of hunger and promote long-term, systemic change in our food system, and 3) amplifying the voices of those most impacted by hunger. Through partnerships with artists, brands, and global social movements, WhyHunger works to build a shared narrative and shift power to ensure everyone has the basics human right to nutritious food.
Theory of Change in Practice
Our Theory of Change centers on empowering communities, promoting social justice, and transforming food systems. By supporting grassroots initiatives and collaboration, we aim to address the root causes of hunger and create sustainable, equitable solutions for a hunger-free world.
