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These are the farmers helping feed Hawaii families facing hunger

As the COVID pandemic reached Hawaii in spring 2020, small family farms were hit hard and found it difficult to sustain their livelihood. “As business slowed down, we asked ourselves, ‘How...
May 20, 2021
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3 devastating effects of hunger on the body

By Tori Waite and Olivia Thoelke on
May 18, 2021
A bulging stomach. A boney frame. That’s what many people imagine when they think about the impact of hunger on the body. And it’s true, extreme hunger and malnourishment can...
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How one volunteer is bridging a language gap to help feed her community

By Paul Morello on
May 12, 2021
In the Spring of 2020, the COVID pandemic was just taking hold across the country and many of our neighbors were facing a new reality: visiting a food pantry for...
Volunteer
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Three stories of rescued food during the pandemic

By Ash Slupski on
May 11, 2021
Closed restaurants, canceled events, and more meals at home mean more perfectly good food going to waste. You may have seen the photos or read stories of crops being destroyed...
Food Waste Coronavirus
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Out of war, into hunger. But never giving up.

May 5, 2021
During May, Feeding America is honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by elevating stories of resilience, collaboration and hope from the Asian American and Pacific Islander community.Many people...

Meal kits help provide healthy food during pandemic

By Paul Morello on
April 27, 2021
Meal kits have become increasingly common during the COVID pandemic. Delivered right to your door, they usually include all the ingredients and recipes – down to the seasonings and garnishes...
Coronavirus
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Volunteers: we can't fight hunger without them

April 14, 2021
Every day, volunteers help food banks connect our neighbors facing hunger with healthy food. During National Volunteer Month and all year round, we applaud their dedication and perseverance, undeterred by...
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Your ultimate guide to decluttering and donating during spring cleaning

By Olivia Thoelke on
April 7, 2021
As the snow begins to melt and flowers bloom, you may be ready to refresh your home.  Spring cleaning the perfect chance to take stock of food you realized you...
Food Donations
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Why more people are getting help from food banks during the pandemic

By Ash Slupski on
March 18, 2021
The coronavirus pandemic changed so much in our lives, from where we work to how we buy our groceries. For hardworking families across America, the economic impact of the pandemic...
Coronavirus
A woman standing in front of a food truck.

The food bank response to COVID, by the numbers

By Paul Morello on
March 12, 2021
One year into the COVID-19 pandemic, millions of our neighbors are facing hunger - many for the first time. And yet, it is so important to remember that there is also...
Coronavirus

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