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To give you an idea of the scope of the problem in our community, we’re sharing some of our program information below. These numbers and statistics are helping us find the best possible collection of stops to serve the biggest number of neighbors in need.
A map of local food deserts
Have a suggestion for a new Fresh Stop bus stop? Please drop us a line and we’ll add you to our request list.
A food desert is a geographic area where residents’ access to affordable, healthy food options – including fresh fruits and vegetables – is restricted due to the absence of grocery stores within convenient traveling distance.
According to the U. S. Department of Agriculture more than 2.3 million people (2.2% of all US households) live more than one mile away from a supermarket and do not own a car.*
In urban areas, economic factors have driven grocery stores out of many cities. An individual’s food shopping trip may require taking several buses, trains or even a cab.
* “Food Deserts.” The Food Empowerment Project 2014.