The Future. - Argosy University

Salt Lake CityServing Up Healthier Mealsand a side of hopeIn the state of Utah, 1 in 10 adults and 1 in 8 children live in poverty – a statistic that Argosy University, Salt Lake Cityis hoping to have an impact on with annual food drives to benefit those in need. The campus partnered this past yearwith the Utah Food Bank, providing food and funds to support efforts to feed those in need. To assist with the effort,the campus waived its application fee for those who donated food or funds to support the charity.Started in 1904, the Utah Food Bank is making a difference through a strong network of staff, volunteers, agencies andcommunity partners. The agency serves as the central hub for food collection and distribution in the state, with a largewarehouse, four semi-tractors, eight box trucks and a strong affiliation with Feeding America.According to statistics cited by the group, an impoverished family of four makes about $22,000 per year, which mustcover the cost of food, shelter, health care and other household expenses. More than 134,000 state residents receivefood stamps, and 63,000 eat dinner at a soup kitchen. Utah is ranked fourth in the nation for the highest rate of verylow food security, with about 350,000 residents at risk to miss a meal each day.“We are delighted to partner with the Utah Food Bank to help ensure that we support the community that we live andeducate our students and our families in,” said campus president David Tietjen.