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The Fight to End Hunger in America
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In this month's newsletter:
1. Fighting Against the Hunger Grand Canyon
2. A Better Farm Bill
3. HFA in the TCS New York City Marathon
4. Skilled Volunteer Opportunity for 55+
5. Save the Date For Our Spring Gala!
6. Students for HFA
7. Hunger Fighter Resources
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Fighting Against the Hunger Grand Canyon
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Due to a recent change in federal law, as of March 1st there was a major reduction in federal SNAP benefits, which in some cases reduced families' benefits by as much as half. This cut will, without question, exacerbate the already surging hunger crisis in our country.
Check out HFA's new video on the impending Hunger Grand Canyon and its effect on seniors. And please share! |
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One of our best tools to fight hunger is the Farm Bill.
The Farm Bill contains the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP - formerly called the Food Stamp program) which is budgeted to spend $147 billion this year, dwarfing the role of charity in fighting hunger. All major domestic hunger programs – except school meals and WIC for pregnant people and children under five – are authorized by this bill, including programs to help low-income people obtain more fresh produce at farmers markets.
Tell Congress to support HFA's Farm Bill priorities by clicking the link below.
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HFA in the TCS New York City Marathon!
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We are thrilled to announce that Hunger Free America will be partnering with the TCS New York City Marathon! As an official charity partner of the marathon, we will proudly support five runners as they run for the fight against hunger in America.
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Skilled Volunteer Opportunity for 55+
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Volunteers needed! Hunger Free America is looking for people aged 55+ to share their time, passion, and talents by joining us to fulfill our mission of ending domestic hunger. Through this flexible program, sponsored by AmeriCorps Seniors, volunteers can apply their skills (in-person or virtually) to support local anti-hunger charities. Interested volunteers should email Jessica, [email protected] |
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Save the Date For Our Spring Gala!
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For 40 years, Hunger Free America has been a tireless champion in the fight for economic, racial, and food justice. Our 2023 Spring Benefit will be held on May 11th from 6-9 pm at The View at The Battery in New York City. We hope you'll join us!
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This is a new youth program that seeks to empower and educate young anti-hunger champions. Students are encouraged to participate in service projects and/or take leadership roles as student ambassadors. The goal is for students to mobilize their peers in action through volunteerism, civic engagement, fundraising, advocacy, and dialogue on food insecurity.
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Students will help to reduce hunger in their school and community by increasing awareness and participation in school meals, SNAP, and other food assistance programs. This program is open to both high school and college students. CLICK HERE for more info.
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