What the USDA’s $1B cut means for Michigan food banks, schools, farms
The federal government is ending two programs that enabled food banks and schools to purchase fresh food from local farms.
USDA cuts $1 billion in funding for schools, food banks to buy food from local farmers
Feeding America West Michigan will lose about 500,000 pounds of food, close to 400,000 meals, due to the stoppage of the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP).
USDA cuts programs that supply local food to schools, food banks
The U.S. Department of Agriculture canceled contracts with Maine — and most other states — that provided financial assistance, distributed fresh food and incentivized the purchase of locally grown food.
New England schools and food programs take ‘devastating’ hit after USDA funding cuts
The more than $1 billion in federal funding helped schools, child-care programs, and food pantries in 40 states to buy produce and other items from local farmers.
Alabama schools, food banks brace for impact of USDA program cuts
That’s leaving schools and food banks across the country to face new challenges. Approximately $1 billion was allocated to the programs to help schools and food banks nationwide purchase locally produced fruits and vegetables.
Marvell Foods Steps Up to Support Schools and Food Banks as USDA Cuts Over $1 Billion in Funding
The USDA has announced over $1 billion in funding cuts to critical food assistance programs that support schools, food banks, and underserved communities. The Local Food for Schools Cooperative Agreement Program (LFS) and the Local Food Purchase Assistance Program (LFPA),
USDA cuts two food programs dealing with school meals and food pantries. Louisiana impacts
The USDA has cut two food programs, one geared towards school meals and the other towards food pantries. Here's how Louisiana could be impacted.
USDA halts two food programs impacting local food access for schools, food banks
The United States Department of Agriculture has halted two programs impacting food access to schools and other organizations, according to reports.
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Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland celebrates National Nutrition Month by promoting healthy food choices
National Nutrition Month focuses on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical ...
Feeding America West Michigan wraps up week with food distribution in Chocolay Township
Thursday morning, Silver Creek Church and Silver Creek Thrift are partnering with Feeding America West Michigan to host a ...
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Trump and GOP Attack Children’s Food Aid in Order to Fund Tax Cuts for the Rich
“Instead of strengthening our food supply chain and supporting students and food banks, the Trump White House wants cuts, ...
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Akron Roundtable — Linda Nageotte, President & Chief Operating Officer at Feeding America
Why is food insecurity so pervasive in this country? Does it have to be this way? Feeding America President and COO Linda Nageotte focuses on food insecurity in America, sharing insights into why ...
Superior Central students help Habitat for Humanity build house
Driving robots, a Lego station, and a flight zone with simulators are also some activities you can take part in. Roughly 40 ...
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Casey’s announces partnership with Feeding America
Casey s is raising funds for Feeding America, aiming to provide 10 million meals. Guests can donate online or round up at checkout through April 1.
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Zunzibar looking to set world record and give back to Second Harvest this St. Patrick's Day
If Zunzi's breaks the world record for the longest shot-ski, it will donate up to $26,000 to America's Second Harvest of ...
Feeding America West Michigan food distribution slated for Dickinson County Wednesday morning
Feeding America West Michigan is helping feed families experiencing food insecurity in Kingsford Wednesday morning with its ...
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Mobile food pantry coming
Feeding America West Michigan is bringing a Mobile Food Pantry to Kingsford on Wednesday at Redemption Hill Church, 332 S. Carpenter Ave. in Kingsford. Free food will be available to all households ...