One in Three at German Food Banks Is a Child, as Housing Costs Climb

New data reveals a stark picture of need in Germany: children now make up over 30% of all regular food bank users. The figure, reported by social activists, highlights the growing pressure on families. This comes as the cost of living continues to rise sharply. Separately, new figures show German real estate prices have increased for a fourth consecutive quarter. The dual trends of high housing costs and child poverty are creating a significant challenge for household budgets. Food banks provide free groceries to people in financial difficulty. Their client numbers are seen as a key indicator of economic stress.