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Tag: Veterans

3 facts you should know about military hunger

For many active-duty military members, hunger is a reality. As many as 24% of active-duty service members and their families experience food insecurity in the United States. That group includes people...

By Abbie WIlson on
June 30, 2022

Vegetables in a box.

From combat medic to soup kitchen chef

By Paul Morello on
February 15, 2021

From a very young age, Mr. Grant knew helping people was important. It was part of his life – and his family’s legacy.Mr. Grant comes from a long line of...

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Fighting for Veterans

By Colleen Callahan on
June 29, 2018

Out of the [custom:reus_number_people_served_rounded] people Feeding America and the food banks serve each year, 20 percent of households include someone who has served or is currently serving in the U.S. military....

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How You Can Help Veterans Facing Hunger

By Allison Weber on
July 1, 2017

The Fourth of July is one of America’s favorite holidays, filled with barbecues and fireworks. But amidst the festivities, it’s important to remember that veterans make it possible for us...

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Food Lion Serves Those Who Serve Our Country

By Tara Robertson on
November 11, 2015

Each day, thousands of military men and women must take significant risks and sacrifices to defend the freedoms that Americans enjoy every day. At Food Lion, we are passionate about...

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Many Veterans Face Hunger Back Home

By Colleen Callahan on
November 11, 2014

This Veterans Day, I'm reminded of a man I met this summer at a food pantry. I had the opportunity to visit a mobile food pantry sponsored by Feeding America-member...