Although many individuals and families feel the pinch of rising food prices, some can’t stretch their incomes far enough to cover the essentials of shelter, food, clothing and transportation.

Nearly 1 in 10 Granite Staters lives in poverty, putting them at risk for hunger and poor nutrition.

If you or someone you know needs help getting enough nutritious food, these resources can help...

Government programs for individuals and families

Emergency Food Sources: Food Bank, Pantries & Soup Kitchens

Cooking meals at home is a great way to save money, provide the most nutritious meals for your family and teach children responsibility in basic life skills.New Hampshire has several free or very low-cost nutrition and cooking programs that help limited-resource families, seniors and children how to use food dollars wisely and get the most nutrition for your money.

UNH Cooperative Extension Nutrition Connections Program has a nutrition educator in each county who offers classes tailored to all ages.

Contact your county Extension office to learn more about these programs.

Operation Frontline, a program of the New Hampshire Food Bank, offers cooking, nutrition and financial literacy classes taught by chefs and nutritionists. These fun classes are offered to adults and children. Contact the New Hampshire Food Bank (669-9725), to find out if there is a class being offered near you.