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Discover the scope of world hunger and its impact, with 1.4 billion living below the poverty line in 2005 and 1.02 billion undernourished in 2009. Explore how hunger affects health, with children at high risk. Learn about solutions like Breedlove’s Mission Feeding the Hungry, processing nutritious foods cost-effectively, and Ready-to-Use Food formulas. Make a difference by donating - $100 can feed 2,000 people. Become a good corporate citizen and improve your company's image. Visit our facilities at North Loop and MLK Blvd to learn more.
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The Scope of World Hunger Current Activities and Solutions
Impact of World Hunger 1. In 2005 1.4 billion people live below the international poverty line of $1.25/day. • 2. In 2009 number of undernourished increased to 1.02 billion. 3. Hunger and Malnutrition #1 risk to health worldwide killing 25-30,000 daily. 4. Children comprise 16,000 of that number- one child dies every 5 seconds. • Hunger results in stunted growth, limited productivity, hindered fetal • development and contributes to mental retardation. 6. More than 20 million low-birth weight babies are born each year. 7. In 2006 9.7 million children died before their 5th birthday.
Local food cost in non-exporting developing countries is highly influenced by global markets and economies. International Food Policy Research Institute
Breedlove’s MissionFeeding the Hungry by: Building relationships with strategic partners. • Funding sources • Commodity suppliers • Distribution partners Processing nutritious food of consistent quality at a minimal cost. • Products based on staples which are widely accepted • Blended products allow customized nutritional balance.
Ready to Use Food (RUF): Three Peanut Butter Based Formulas: • For Moderate Malnourished • For Children under 3 years of age • For Pregnant and Lactating Mothers Ready Packaged for Consumption • 680 Calories per tube • 18 Month Shelf Life Promote use as Supplemental vs. Therapeutic Food
What’s Your Return? Your charitable contribution SAVES LIVES! A $100 donation feeds 2,000 people Tax deductable Good corporate citizen Improves the image of your company, your community and your country.
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