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The Hunger Blog

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

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
Veterans
Andrew Zimmern cutting food.

Andrew Zimmern's top 3 easy ways to reduce food waste at home

April 11, 2022
Emmy and four-time James Beard Award winning chef Andrew Zimmern has spent his life exploring the final frontiers of food around the world. He believes promoting cultural acceptance starts with...
Food Waste
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5 tips for growing a garden that fights hunger

By Abbie Wilson on
March 16, 2022
Did you take up gardening as a hobby during the past couple years? Whether you’ve got a seasoned green thumb or are just digging in, you’ve probably found yourself with...
Food Waste
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6 Ways to Rescue Fresh Food from Waste

By Beth Moncel, Budget Bytes on
March 1, 2022
Updated 10/10/2024Feeding America is the largest and most established food rescue organization in the country, rescuing 4 billion pounds of food annually in the U.S. We recently launched the Food...
Food Waste
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6 Ways to Save Your Fresh Food Before it Goes to Waste

By Beth Moncel, Budget Bytes on
March 1, 2022
Food waste is a major issue in our country. In the U.S., 38% of all food goes unsold or uneaten. Food waste is responsible for 8% of all global carbon...
Food Waste
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How food banks and food pantries get their food

By Paul Morello on
December 29, 2021
Food banks distribute a lot of food. Last year, the Feeding America network distributed more than [custom:reus_number_meals_served] meals. As we continue the fight against hunger in the United States, food banks will...
Food Donations
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Food banks and Feeding America respond to tornado outbreaks

By Ash Slupski on
December 16, 2021
What's Happening?The South and the Midwest are reeling from multiple, devastating tornadoes over the weekend. The tornadoes caused widespread destruction and injury in Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas, Missouri, and Illinois....
Disaster Response
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Host a virtual food drive at your holiday gathering

By Ash Slupski on
December 8, 2021
The holidays may look different for some of us this year. However, as COVID variants continue to provide uncertainty this holiday, it may be time to introduce some new traditions...
Food Donations
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Your Guide to Gleaning: Rescuing Food & Fighting Hunger

By Ash Slupski on
October 13, 2021
Food banks work with local farmers to provide fresh, local produce to people facing hunger and rescue food that would otherwise go to waste. Sometimes, food banks go directly to...
Volunteer Food Donations Food Waste
Maxi Hernandez holding produce on her farm

Your Guide to Gleaning: Rescuing Food & Fighting Hunger

By Ash Slupski on
October 13, 2021
Food banks work with local farmers to provide fresh, local produce to people facing hunger and rescue food that would otherwise go to waste. Sometimes, food banks go directly to...
Volunteer Food Donations Food Waste

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