Empower Change. End Hunger.
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The Hunger Project is a global movement of individuals and organizations in 22 countries worldwide working in authentic partnership for the sustainable end of hunger.
World hunger is important because it’s a life-and-death issue that affects millions, especially children. It keeps people trapped in poverty, weakens communities, and fuels conflict. Despite there being enough food globally, hunger persists due to inequality, poor systems, and climate change. Solving it is possible—and doing so would improve health, education, and global stability while promoting justice and human potential.
After years of decline, world hunger has been on the rise again since 2015, exacerbated by conflicts, climate change, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Approximately 828 million people worldwide were affected by hunger in 2021, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations.
Hunger and malnutrition significantly reduce cognitive development and economic productivity, contributing to cycles of poverty.
Make Change Happen, Invest in People.
1--Supporting women as key change agents
2--Mobilizing people for self reliant action
3--Forging effective partnerships with government
The Hunger Project has a global reach in rural communities across Africa, South Asia and Latin America, encompassing millions of people working to end their own hunger and poverty.
“One of our biggest achievements is our communal garden,” says Justine. “We grow vegetables like sukuma wiki, nakatti, dodo [all varieties of dark leafy greens], spring onions and pineapples. We buy seeds together, plan together and even irrigate during the dry season using the borehole built by The Hunger Project-Uganda. This way, our families have fresh, nutritious food all year.”
The women also meet every Wednesday for training on nutrition, hygiene, and sustainable farming practices. They’ve learned how to store vegetables to preserve nutrients, leading to better meals and healthier families.
Every Saturday, they gather for savings and financial planning. What began as a women’s initiative has grown to include their husbands—and the results speak for themselves.
“Together, we saved over 8 million Ugandan shillings (~$2200USD) last year,” says Justine. “The women alone saved nearly 4 million. With these savings, we’re starting small businesses, improving our homes, and paying school fees. Some families have even bought motorbikes for business or invested in sanitation, kitchens, and shops.”
The group manages its own savings and lending program. Members and non-members can borrow money at affordable interest rates and profits are shared at the end of the year. This model has increased financial independence, helping families diversify their income and invest in long-term improvements.
“This project has truly transformed our lives,” Justine reflects. “We now have better food security, improved health and financial independence. Thanks to The Hunger Project, we have gained the skills and confidence to keep moving forward. The impact of this work will continue for years to come.”
The Hunger Project
Mailing Address
110 West 30th Street, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10001
The Hunger Project. (n.d.). Our impact. Retrieved June 23, 2025, from https://thp.org/what-we-do/impact/
FAO, IFAD, UNICEF, WFP, WHO. The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2022. FAO, 2022.
World Food Programme. Food Security and Nutrition and Its Impact on Socioeconomic Development. WFP, 2021.
Co-organizers (2)
Lisa O'Connor
Organizer
Port Richey, FL
The Global Hunger Project
Beneficiary
Paulo Garza
Co-organizer