Feeding America

Wiygul Automotive Clinic Partners with Capital Area Food Bank To Fight Hunger in Washington DC Metro Area

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Thursday, November 1, 2018
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 1, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In an effort to reduce hunger in the Washington DC Metro Area, Wiygul Automotive Clinic will hold a multi-location food drive from Nov. 1, 2018 through Nov. 15, 2018 to benefit the efforts of the Capital Area Food Bank.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 1, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In an effort to reduce hunger in the Washington DC Metro Area, Wiygul Automotive Clinic will hold a multi-location food drive from Nov. 1, 2018 through Nov. 15, 2018 to benefit the efforts of the Capital Area Food Bank.
  • "Food insecurity is a year-round problem, but it's especially challenging for families in the holiday season," said Zack Wiygul, co-owner at Wiygul Automotive Clinic.
  • Capital Area Food Bank, a member of the Feeding America network, serves all of the District of Columbia, suburban Maryland, and northern Virginia.
  • For more information or to donate money, visit repair.wiygul.com/fighthunger
    The public is invited to drop off donations at any of the eight Wiygul Automotive Clinic locations:

Feeding America Expands Pilot Nationally to Help Truckers Rescue Food

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Tuesday, October 16, 2018
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CHICAGO, Oct. 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, on World Food Day, Feeding America announced the national expansion of a pilot program to rescue food, in partnership with manufacturers and their carriers on the road.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, on World Food Day, Feeding America announced the national expansion of a pilot program to rescue food, in partnership with manufacturers and their carriers on the road.
  • This program, known as MealConnect Logistics, has already facilitated the donation of more than 580,000 pounds of food to the Feeding America network of food banks in the pilot phase.
  • "This program is the definition of innovation," said Feeding America Chief Supply Chain Officer Blake Thompson.
  • MealConnect is a technology platform developed and established by Feeding America in 2014 that prevents perfectly good food from going to waste by directing it to Feeding America food banks in real-time.

The Fresh Market Fights Food Insecurity with Partner Feeding America Following Hurricane Florence

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Wednesday, October 10, 2018
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As a national partner of Feeding America, The Fresh Market established a program to offer guests and team members a way to assist those affected by the devastation caused by Hurricane Florence.

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  • As a national partner of Feeding America, The Fresh Market established a program to offer guests and team members a way to assist those affected by the devastation caused by Hurricane Florence.
  • To date, Feeding America has allocated or shipped over 5 million pounds of valuable food, water, and supplies to member food banks serving impacted areas and raised $1.7 million for hurricane relief efforts.
  • "These funds enable Feeding America to provide much needed food, water and other necessities where they are needed most."
  • "Affected families continue to seek food, water, and supplies from the Feeding America network of food banks," said Nancy Curby, Senior Vice President, Corporate Partnerships at Feeding America.

Shari's, Coco's And Carrows Raise Over $62,000 For Local Food Banks

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Monday, October 8, 2018
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This month-long campaign was in collaboration with 24 local Feeding America-affiliated food banks throughout the Pacific Northwest, California, Idaho, Arizona, and Southern Nevada.

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  • This month-long campaign was in collaboration with 24 local Feeding America-affiliated food banks throughout the Pacific Northwest, California, Idaho, Arizona, and Southern Nevada.
  • Shari's Management Corporation thanks all of their guests and friends that shared in their effort to combat hunger during Hunger Action Month.
  • Feeding America is particularly proud to say that 98% of all donations raised go directly into programs serving people in need.
  • Since that time, Shari's has continued its growth under the recent reins of CapitalSpring which acquired the enterprise in 2016.

Claire Babineaux-Fontenot Named CEO of Feeding America

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Monday, September 24, 2018
Food and drink, Hunger, Health, Feeding America, Brain, Food security

While extremely vital, we need to do more," said Keith D. Monda, executive chairman of the Feeding America Board of Directors.

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  • While extremely vital, we need to do more," said Keith D. Monda, executive chairman of the Feeding America Board of Directors.
  • "The organization needs a leader who believes that food insecurity in America isunacceptable and will devote her life to leading Feeding America's charge to end hunger.
  • Ranked as the third largest charity by Forbes magazine, Feeding America also supports programs that prevent food waste and improve food security among the people it serves.
  • Feeding America and the millions of Americans who rely on its programs everyday are fortunate to have Claire as their next leader," said Crystal Vickmark, executive director, CASA of Northwest Arkansas.

Feeding America Statement on Public Charge Rule

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Monday, September 24, 2018
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"The proposed rule departs significantly from longstanding precedent by broadening the definition of public charge to include whether an individual received certain public services, such as food assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

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  • "The proposed rule departs significantly from longstanding precedent by broadening the definition of public charge to include whether an individual received certain public services, such as food assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
  • "On behalf of our network of 200 food banks and 60,000 meal programs nationwide, Feeding America opposes this misguided policy and urges the Administration to rescind this rule."
  • Feeding America is the largest hunger-relief organization in the United States.
  • Feeding America also supports programs that prevent food waste and improve food security among the people we serve; educates the public about the problem of hunger; and advocates for legislation that protects people from going hungry.

Axe Throwing Competition To Benefit Second Harvest Food Bank

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Monday, September 10, 2018
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Battle Zone Nola and Second Harvest Food Bank are upgrading the dart game by adding a bit of drama to an upcoming competition set to help feed the community.

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  • Battle Zone Nola and Second Harvest Food Bank are upgrading the dart game by adding a bit of drama to an upcoming competition set to help feed the community.
  • On Saturday, September 22, axe throwing patrons are invited to test their throwing skills while celebrating the Viking Fall Feast Holiday all for a good cause.
  • The throwing begins at 5pm, and anyone who brings a canned item for Second Harvest Food Bank receives free entry.
  • "We picked the Viking Fall Feast Holiday, which was traditionally held in September to commemorate harvest celebrations, as a perfect time to gather food donations for Second Harvest Food Bank," says Battle Zone Nola Owner Scott Reddoch.

Shop and Donate to Feeding America Food Banks

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Monday, September 10, 2018
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All funds raised through customer donations, along with the proceeds from the golf tournament will go directly to local Feeding America partner food banks in communities where Smart Foodservice Warehouse stores are located.

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  • All funds raised through customer donations, along with the proceeds from the golf tournament will go directly to local Feeding America partner food banks in communities where Smart Foodservice Warehouse stores are located.
  • In 2017 alone, the company donated more than 750,000 pounds of food to those in need by supporting local food banks in the Feeding America network throughout the Western U.S.
    "We are grateful to Smart Foodservice for their tremendous support and generosity," said Susannah Morgan, Chief Executive Officer, Oregon Food Bank.
  • Feeding America is the nationwide network of 200 food banks that leads the fight against hunger in the United States.
  • Together, we provide food to more than 46 million people through 60,000 food pantries and meal programs in communities across America.

Kroger Launches #ZeroHungerZeroWaste Donation Challenge

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Tuesday, September 4, 2018
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CINCINNATI, Sept. 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today launched the #ZeroHungerZeroWaste Donation Challenge to educate and inspire.

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  • CINCINNATI, Sept. 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today launched the #ZeroHungerZeroWaste Donation Challenge to educate and inspire.
  • The #ZeroHungerZeroWaste Donation Challenge runs through September, which is Hunger Action Month, and the campaign is one more step the company is taking to create zero hunger communities .
  • In 2017, Kroger donated more than 325 million meals through Feeding America and aims to donate three billion meals by 2025.
  • To find your local food bank, visit: http://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank/
    At The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), we are dedicated to our Purpose: toFeed the Human Spirit.

City Harvest Announces Hunger Action Month Partnerships to Raise Awareness of Hunger in New York City

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Tuesday, September 4, 2018
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To raise awareness of hunger in New York City, where more than 1.2 million residents struggle to put food on the table, City Harvest , the city's largest food rescue organization and a member of Feeding America, today announced its participation in Hunger Action Month.

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  • To raise awareness of hunger in New York City, where more than 1.2 million residents struggle to put food on the table, City Harvest , the city's largest food rescue organization and a member of Feeding America, today announced its participation in Hunger Action Month.
  • "In a city that has so much, none of our neighbors should go hungry," said Jilly Stephens, CEO of City Harvest.
  • "City Harvest puts vegetables and nutrition in my house," said Deborah Daley, a participant in City Harvest's Mobile Market program.
  • "I am grateful to City Harvest and our guests for coming together to maximize support for our fellow New Yorkers during Hunger Action Month."