The Hunger Blog

As the partial government shutdown continues, more than 800,000 federal workers aren’t getting paid.  On top of that, federal contractors and grantees also haven’t been paid. They’re going without the...

Are you a food-lover and a do-gooder? Food banks nationwide are looking for people like you to help hungry families get healthy and delicious meals they need. Read on to...

No turkey, no stuffing, no potatoes, and no pie.  For Christmas, a traditional holiday meal was completely out of the picture for Brittany and her husband Clint because they just couldn’t afford it. Instead,...

Purchasing gifts for everyone on your list can be a daunting challenge during the busy holiday season. You strive to give everyone a thoughtful gift while avoiding the guilt of...

It’s a constant challenge to practice mindfulness, living in the present moment instead of dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. And it’s especially difficult to do this...

They star in pies, come cinnamon glazed, add crunch to brownies, dot sticky buns and embellish salads. Pecans are a staple of many coveted holiday treats and for many of us, Thanksgiving meals wouldn’t be complete without them. But this year, because of Hurricane Michael, they might have to be. The hurricane, which...

Starbucks shift supervisor Kirsten Casteel is passionate about helping to fight hunger in her San Antonio, Texas community. And the reasons are deeply personal. As a child, Kirsten’s family struggled...

We’ve all heard that making time for family dinner is the right thing to do. But our busy schedules make sitting down together seem impossible. Yet, research shows that family...

Families in the Southeast are struggling in the wake of Hurricane Michael, the most powerful storm on record to hit the Gulf Coast and the second deadly hurricane to hit...