CULTIVATING HOPE AND NOURISHMENT
Healing and Nourishing Veterans, One Meal at a Time
Veterans have given so much to protect our freedoms, yet too many find themselves battling homelessness, hunger, and trauma. At the Urban Garden of Eden Charities, we turn gardens into sanctuaries and fresh food into symbols of hope. Join us in cultivating a brighter future for those who have served.
Quick Facts The Reality of Food Insecurity Among Veterans
1 in 13 Veterans Faces Food Insecurity
Approximately 7.5% of veterans in the U.S.—around 1.4 million individuals—struggle to access enough nutritious food.
Higher Risk for Women Veterans
Women veterans experience disproportionately high rates of food insecurity, with nearly 28% affected.
Homeless Veterans are Most Vulnerable:
Up to 49% of homeless or formerly homeless veterans face food insecurity, underscoring the critical need for holistic support systems.
Impact of Mental Health:
Veterans with serious mental illnesses are particularly at risk, with 35% reporting food insecurity.
Chicago's Veterans
There’s over 100,000 Homeless Veterans in the United States and over 13,000 in Chicago.