Believe it or not, food deserts do exist in urban areas. Why? Because all neighborhoods in cities are not equal.
Food Desert Neighborhoods in Greenville Impacted by COVID-19, Increased Food Insecurity
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American Indian Organization Helps Western Orangeburg County Get Food
Do you think you would have a tough time finding food to feed your family with only one grocery store available AND during a crisis?
St. Helena Island Group Hosts Juneteenth Food Giveaway Event
When COVID-19 hit, Gullah Geechee organizations came to the rescue of those in need of food due to unemployment, school closures, and other causes of food insecurity.
Gullah Geechee Partners Prepare and Deliver Hot Meals During Pandemic
The Gullah Geechee people aren’t strangers to living off the land and consuming fresh, locally grown produce.
Colleton County Community Comes Together to Feed Residents Facing Food Insecurity
Christian-based organizations across the state have stepped up their mission-driven work to help their communities in times of crisis.
Loris Community Impacted Heavily by COVID-19
When COVID-19 hit, life changed for many in Loris and the surrounding area due to unemployment.
Lowcountry Street Grocery Turns to Partners to Reach Homebound
Food deserts can be found almost anywhere in South Carolina, including popular metropolitan areas like North Charleston.
ESMMSC Funds Food Insecurity Initiatives, Creates Interactive Local Food Sources Map
Through a One SC Fund: COVID-19 Response grant, 40 communities were funded to provide healthy foods to communities and to create an interactive map to help families find healthy food sources.
Coalitions Should Help Guide Nutrition and Physical Activity Back-to-School Plans
ESMMSC chapters and advocates can play a large role in their local education task forces by ensuring HEAL is included in reopening plans.