Why Are People Still Hungry?

Aiming for a Zero Hunger World

Today is World Food Day and this year's theme emphasizes building a hunger-free world. Over 800 million people on the planet still suffer from hunger. How can we get to zero?

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DEVELOPMENT CHALLENGES

Harvests Failing to Feed the Hungry

Global hunger is on the rise and climate change and extreme weather events have been identified by experts as the drivers behind this devastation.

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GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT

Building Climate Resilience in Belize

Planet Aid–supported Farmers’ Clubs in Belize are helping increase communities' resilience to withstand climate change impacts.

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ENVIRONMENT

Celebrating a Year of Solar Power

In the past year, Planet Aid's rooftop solar array has saved 325 barrels of oil from being burned and reduced CO2 emissions by 394 metric tons.

LOCAL INITIATIVES

Amy Fills the Truck

Amy DiVirgilio participates in the Susan G. Komen 3-day Walk each year. She recently partnered with Planet Aid to raise money for the event.

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Planet Aid is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that collects and recycles used clothing and shoes to protect the environment and support sustainable development in impoverished communities around the world. The projects we support improve health, increase income, aid vulnerable children, train teachers, and help strengthen communities and reduce poverty.

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