As the holiday season begins, we are reminded that 44 million Americans, including 1 in 5 children, struggle with food insecurity. Families must often choose between groceries and rent, leading to poor nutrition and long-term health issues. In 2023 alone, food bank demand surged by more than 30% in many regions. Our programs ensure dignity and nourishment through food distributions, grocery subsidies, and partnerships with local growers—because access to healthy food is a fundamental right, not a privilege.

In often times the coldest month of the year, our focus turns to shelter—one of the most urgent and visible needs in every community. On any given night, over 653,000 people in the U.S. experience homelessness, with families, veterans, and youth among the hardest hit. Skyrocketing rents, wage stagnation, and a lack of affordable housing options contribute to the crisis. Through emergency housing, rental assistance, and transitional support, we aim to provide not just shelter, but the safety, stability, and dignity of a true home.

Each January, we recognize the hopes and hardships of immigrants and refugees who seek safety, opportunity, and dignity in new lands. Over 45 million immigrants reside in the U.S., and nearly 3.6 million are refugees or asylum seekers, many facing legal uncertainty, language barriers, and lack of access to essential services like healthcare and education. Studies show that while immigrants contribute hundreds of billions in taxes and labor to the U.S. economy, they are disproportionately underinsured and underserved. By offering transitional support, legal aid, and cultural orientation, we can help vulnerable families build stable lives, enriching our communities with resilience, diversity, and innovation.