The Crisis
Venezuelan Crisis
Millions have fled economic collapse
Indigenous Lands
Traditional food systems under threat
Community Kitchens: Feeding the Favelas
In Brazil's favelas, community kitchens feed thousands daily. Neighbors cook for neighbors, stretching every resource to its limit.
Communities Most Affected
Venezuelan Refugees
Over 7 million have fled economic collapse. In Bogotá, Lima, and Quito, families start over with nothing.
Brazilian Favelas
In Rio and São Paulo, 33 million face hunger. Community kitchens feed thousands daily.
Indigenous Communities
In the Amazon, Andes, and Patagonia, traditional food systems face disruption from climate change.
Andean Highlands
In rural Bolivia, Peru, and Ecuador, farming families face crop failures from changing weather.
"In Latin America, we have enough food to feed everyone. The problem is not production. It is distribution and political will."— FAO Regional Office for Latin America
Hope & Action
Local Markets
Connecting farmers directly to families
Traditional Farming
Ancient techniques feeding modern communities
School Meal Programs
Ensuring children can learn and grow
Community Spirit
Neighbors sharing joy and food together
Organizations Fighting Hunger
Ação da Cidadania
Brazil's largest hunger relief movement, built from grassroots.
Bancos de Alimentos
Food bank networks across Latin America rescuing food.
WFP Latin America
Supporting Venezuelan refugees and emergency response.