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DRIVE TO END HUNGER
Nearly 9 million Americans 50+ are at risk for hunger every day – a staggering 79 percent increase in just 10 years. Drive to End Hunger is AARP Foundation’s multipronged approach on this problem. We’re working to combat hunger among people 50 and older through raising awareness, building philanthropic support and developing long-term, sustainable solutions. Read
hunger
video: In an instant
Nearly 9 million Americans age 50 and over are at risk for hunger every day. It can happen in an instant: Someone falls upon hard times and can't afford food. The AARP and AARP Foundation Drive to End Hunger campaign and Jeff Gordon are working to fight older adult hunger.
In the
Spotlight
New Documentary Series Puts Face on Senior Hunger
"Hungry in the West End" tells the stories of low-income seniors suffering food insecurity and how others are helping. Watch
Jeff Gordon Wins Two Awards
It’s been a big fall for Gordon, who won the Myers Brothers Award for his contributions to NASCAR, and on Dec. 10 will receive the Heisman Humanitarian Award. Read
Another Winning Combo at the Track
Speedway Motorsports Inc. will donate food throughout the race season to support AARP Foundation's partnership with Jeff Gordon in the Drive to End Hunger. Read
Why NASCAR Fans Back Drive to End Hunger
Some experienced hunger firsthand, or knew people who have struggled with it. Others just want to help those in need. Read
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