_A critical component to a healthy life is nutrition. From birth, the intake of vital nutrients is essential to the growth and development of a healthy individual. Good nutrition, particularly in the first three years of life, is important in establishing a good foundation for a child’s physical and mental health, academic achievement, and economic productivity. Unfortunately, food insecurity is an obstacle that threatens that critical foundation.
In the United States, more than one out of five children lives in a household with food insecurity, which means they do not always know where they will find their next meal. Over all age groups, 1 out of 6 Americans face hunger. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, 16.7 million children under 18 in the United States live in this condition – unable to consistently access nutritious and adequate amounts of food necessary for a healthy life.
In the United States, more than one out of five children lives in a household with food insecurity, which means they do not always know where they will find their next meal. Over all age groups, 1 out of 6 Americans face hunger. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, 16.7 million children under 18 in the United States live in this condition – unable to consistently access nutritious and adequate amounts of food necessary for a healthy life.
about dgb
DeShong’s Gift Back is a charitable 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based on the premise of sharing our time and resources to better the lives of those in need.
Our mission is to supply fresh vegetables to food pantries, shelters, and churches and to organize teams of volunteers to repair homes for those who cannot afford to do so themselves. We are also dedicated to helping those who cannot do so themselves with home repairs and other necessities of life. Check us out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=na0SWq9rx9Q&feature=youtu.be |
the founders
DeShong's Gift Back was launched in 2009 by Jane DeShong Short and Vini Short in the name of Jane’s parents, Dr. Robert and Mrs. Evelyn DeShong. In their hometown of Oil City, Pa., the DeShongs were always known for lending a helping hand to their friends, family, and neighbors.
When they passed, they left each of their children a small inheritance. Jane and Vini decided to use their portion to start a nonprofit in the DeShong name to carry on her parents' hearts and give back (Gift Back) to those in need. |