Insights on solutions and contributors to hunger, and the lives of Americans in need from Feeding America and network food bank staff and guest contributors.
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Friday, Jul 23 2021
When summer starts, hungry kids don't have access to meals at school. People like Theresa Peters see that need firsthand, and help fill in the gap.
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Wednesday, Jul 14 2021
Julie Bowen, a mom, actress and advocate, writes about the importance of programs that help provide food for kids during the summer.
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Tuesday, Jul 13 2021
We often don't think of active duty military members as needing a little extra help affording food sometimes. But the reality is, they do. We break down three reasons military members may face hunger, and what you can do to help.
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Tuesday, Jul 6 2021
As many places begin to reopen and we ease into our new normal during the pandemic, it can be more difficult for us to remember those who are still struggling. This summer, there are some easy ways for us to continue to help our neighbors.
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Thursday, Jun 17 2021
In 2020, 1 in 5 Black individuals may have faced hunger. Yet, across the country, there are Black leaders who are working hard to ensure their communities have the food they need. Meet a few of those amazing leaders.
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Friday, Jun 11 2021
Imagine discovering a beautiful truth about yourself, only to lose everything, including your home. For Laura Choate, who came out when she was 11, that was a reality. Now, Laura is working with homeless LGBTQ youth in her community.
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Wednesday, Jun 9 2021
For anyone, visiting a food pantry can take a lot of courage. And for the LGBTQ community, it can be even harder. One food pantry in Chicago is taking three important steps to ensure LGBTQ neighbors facing hunger feel safe, welcome and accepted for who they truly are.
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Thursday, May 20 2021
When the pandemic began, a local farm in Hawaii wasn't sure if they'd be able to stay open. But thanks to the Hawaii Foodbank, the farm not only stayed open, it was able to provide healthy produce for Hawaii families facing hunger.
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Tuesday, May 18 2021
Have you ever wondered how hunger affects your body? Here are three surprising effects that are devastating for the 35 million Americans facing hunger today.
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Wednesday, May 12 2021
At a food pantry that primarily serves an Asian community, one volunteer is ensuring language isn't a barrier to healthy food.