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Why SNAP?

Why do we need SNAP?SNAP and other anti-hunger programs are vital to ending hunger in America.The first food-stamp program was created in 1939. Decades later, food stamps have become the...
July 20, 2020
SNAP

5 summer fun ideas to keep your family smiling and caring during COVID

By Paul Morello on
May 27, 2020
As the virtual school year ends and many states extend stay-at-home orders, you’re probably asking yourself a question on the minds of a lot of parents: how can I keep...
Coronavirus
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What does the Covid-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic mean for me?

By The Feeding America Government Relations Team on
March 31, 2020
We know many of you have questions about how the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic is affecting families who are struggling to put food on the table. Below, we’ve answered questions about...
Disaster Response Coronavirus
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You have questions about food banks' response to coronavirus. We have the answers.

By Paul Morello on
March 26, 2020
As the coronavirus pandemic continues in the United States, Feeding America and its network of 200 food banks are responding to the increased need every day. We know you have...
Disaster Response Coronavirus
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How is the Feeding America network of food banks responding to the coronavirus?

By Feeding America on
March 12, 2020
What’s happening?Late last year, the outbreak of COVID-19 (coronavirus) was reported in China. Since then, the virus has spread across the globe, causing the World Health Organization to declare a...
Disaster Response Coronavirus
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A school unites to help families struggling with hunger

By Colleen Callahan on
February 18, 2020
Claudio Torres is a family school collaboration counselor at Edison Elementary in Salt Lake City.  He is a pillar in the school – he works with parents and teachers to...
Child Hunger
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5 movies that teach empathy and compassion

By Paul Morello on
February 7, 2020
The Academy Awards are around the corner and if you’re anything like us, you are scanning the best picture list to complete your last-minute viewings. Movies can inspire and offer...

What to donate to a food bank and what to avoid

By Paul Morello on
January 14, 2020
So, you’re ready to donate food to your local food bank. That’s great! Whether you’re starting a food drive or just planning to grab a few extra items for donation...
Food Donations
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How is the Feeding America network responding to the Puerto Rico earthquakes?

By Paul Morello on
January 10, 2020
What’s Happening?On Monday, January 6, a 5.8 magnitude earthquake rocked Puerto Rico. The next day, an even more powerful 6.4 quake hit the island, followed by a series of aftershocks....
Disaster Response
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Holiday Food Drive Tips: Host a Successful Drive

By Ash Slupski on
December 9, 2019
This time of year, food banks and food pantries across the United States help millions of families share holiday meals. With so many families in need, hosting a food drive...
Food Donations

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