Child Poverty in America

Nearly one in every five children in the U. S. live in poor families, according to the most recent figures from the federal government.*

Save the Children works in impoverished rural communities in Appalachia and across the nation, in some places where conditions resemble parts of the developing world.

We provide early childhood development, literacy, physical activity, and nutrition programming as well as emergency relief.

Visit our new website K2KUSA.org to learn more about our programs for children.

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Literacy Save the Children’s literacy programs help children become better readers. Learn more about Save the Children's literacy program.	Emergency Programs Save the Children helps children before, during and after a disaster. Watch children at play in a Safe Space set up during California’s wildfires.
Physical Activity and Nutrition We are committed to creating healthy, active, nurturing, growing-up environments for rural children. Learn more about Save the Children’s nutrition and physical activity program.	Early Childhood Development Save the Children provides the youngest children with strong, early foundations for learning. Learn more about the Early Steps to School Success Program.