Guilford County Food Security Program
At a Glance: Current Data and Community Feedback
What the Community is Saying
People want dignity, not charity.
More inclusive and human-centered programs.
Support capacity-building for non-profits, neighborhood leaders, and local farmers.
Collaborative Community Food Grants (small grants for grassroots organizational partnership).
Launching a retail fresh food incentive program for existing stores in food deserts, offsetting retailer risks and encouraging the introduction of fresh produce where it is most needed.
Guilford County: By the Numbers
As of 2023, the overall food insecurity rate in Guilford County is 15.2%, while the child food insecurity rate is 22.5%.
The number of individuals who are food insecure in Guilford County is 82,510.
As of 2021, the percentage of individuals receiving SNAP benefits in Guilford County is just 18.7%.
37% of individuals make slightly too much to qualify for SNAP - known as the SNAP Gap.
Together, we can work towards accomplishing our goal of creating a more food-secure Guilford County.
Guilford County by the Numbers Source: Feeding America: Map the Meal Gap (2025)