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SCFS defines poverty based upon 185% of the federal poverty guidelines.  This means that a household may earn up to 185% of the U.S. government’s standard of poverty and still be considered “in poverty.”  This measure (and other multiples such as 125%, 150% and even 200% of poverty) is utilized to determine eligibility for many government programs. Poverty and hunger are directly related.  Those who live in poverty are at an increased risk of or suffering from hunger. 

The official federal poverty level for a family of four is an annual household income of $15,670 (except Alaska and Hawaii).  185% of poverty for a family of three is $28,989 which is still not enough for life’s basic necessities.

The official poverty level for a family of four is an annual household income of $18,850 (except Alaska and Hawaii).  185% if poverty for a family of three is $34,872 which is still not enough for a comfortable living.

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