Building Food Security Transport Capacity in Rural Mississippi
GrantID: 448
Grant Funding Amount Low: $25,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $100,000
Summary
Grant Overview
Addressing Transportation Barriers in Rural Mississippi
In Mississippi, rural communities face acute transportation barriers that hinder access to essential services such as food and healthcare. Approximately 18% of the state’s population lives in food deserts, where individuals struggle to secure nutritious food due to limited transportation options. This challenge is particularly magnified in the Delta region, which sees higher rates of food insecurity and limited access to grocery stores.
The groups most impacted by these barriers include low-income families and the elderly, who often rely on infrequent transit services to reach food banks or pantries. Data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture indicates that rural households are significantly more likely to experience food insecurity compared to their urban counterparts, making transportation solutions essential for improving access to healthy food.
The Partnerships for Food Security Transport initiative is designed to create viable transportation solutions connecting rural residents of Mississippi to food resources. This initiative will focus on collaborative partnerships with food banks and transportation providers, aiming to establish a reliable framework that ensures that residents can access these critical services more readily.
Funding from this initiative will help to bolster existing transportation networks and facilitate the development of new routes tailored to the needs of underserved populations. By enhancing access to food resources, the program seeks to lift families out of food insecurity and promote healthier lifestyles in Mississippi.
Ultimately, this initiative is expected to improve nutritional outcomes for communities across rural Mississippi. By addressing transportation barriers, the initiative not only aids in immediate need fulfillment but also builds long-term resilience against food insecurity.
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