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The Hunger Blog

Search and browse our latest podcasts, stories, resources, research, and news from Feeding America.

Out of war, into hunger. But never giving up.

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...

May 5, 2021

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...

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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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Spring Cleaning? Here’s What to Donate

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...

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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...

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Meet your neighbors who are now facing hunger during the pandemic

By Paul Morello on
March 11, 2021

From California to New York, Minneapolis to Miami. Young or old. Working or unemployed. Healthy or sick. More than [custom:reus_number_people_food_insecure] people face hunger. And over the past year, COVID-19 has...

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Meet some of the heroes serving our neighbors throughout the pandemic

By Paul Morello on
March 9, 2021

Nearly one year ago, the extent of the COVID-19 pandemic was becoming clear. States shut down. Businesses closed. We worried about the safety of our friends, family, and loved ones.Since...

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A Recipe for Success: How a Culinary Training Program Changed One Student’s Life

February 26, 2021

When Delvin enrolled in the Culinary Training Program at Virginia Peninsula Foodbank about five years ago he had recently been released from jail – a place he’d been in and...

Feeding America and food banks respond to frigid winter storm

By Paul Morello on
February 22, 2021

As harsh winter weather blankets much of the United States in ice, snow and cold temperatures, Feeding America and food banks across the country are responding to ensure our neighbors...

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Putting Pride Aside: One Father’s Story

February 21, 2021

For Lamont, his most important role was being a father who could provide for his family. He worked hard to give his children a life he never had – a...