MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger

Senate Committee Passes Critical Assistance for Military Families Experiencing Hunger

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Friday, July 23, 2021
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The Senate Armed Services Committee for the first time in its version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) included a critical policy championed by MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger that will implement a basic needs allowance to address the unique barriers that military families face to accessing nutritious food.

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  • The Senate Armed Services Committee for the first time in its version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) included a critical policy championed by MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger that will implement a basic needs allowance to address the unique barriers that military families face to accessing nutritious food.
  • We are grateful for champions like Senator Tammy Duckworth for ensuring that the NDAA includes the establishment of a basic needs allowance for low-income military families.
  • We stand ready to work with the Department of Defense to successfully implement this provision and remove other barriersthat have caused and exacerbated the long-overlooked problem of military hunger.
  • For nearly a decade, MAZON has led efforts to address food insecurity among military families for policy change, recently releasing a comprehensive report on the scope and persistence of the issue.

Leading Anti-Hunger Organization Announces Nearly $2.5 Million Investment in 52 Partners across the U.S., Indian Country, and Israel

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
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"We are witnessing an inflection point for the hunger crisis in the United States and around the world.

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  • "We are witnessing an inflection point for the hunger crisis in the United States and around the world.
  • "Since its founding in 1985, MAZON has been committed to addressing food insecurity in the United States through policy change.
  • Recognizing the unique needs of people experiencing hunger within Tribal communities , MAZON also invests directly in partners within Indian Country.
  • Native Food and Nutrition Resource Alliance, (Los Alamos, N.M.)
    Recipients of MAZON's grants in Israel include:

Leading Anti-Hunger Organization Welcomes 'Return to Decency' Following Decision to Withdraw Cruel SNAP Rule

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Friday, March 26, 2021
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Following the D.C.

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  • Following the D.C.
  • The Biden administration's return to normal basic decency of assisting those in need is a welcome change from the past four years.
  • "As the Jewish community prepares to celebrate Passover tomorrow evening, we are reminded of the call to 'let all who are hungry come and eat.'
  • About MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger:
    Inspired by Jewish values and ideals, MAZON is a national advocacy organization working to end hunger among people of all faiths and backgrounds inthe United StatesandIsrael.

Bipartisan Group Of 30+ Members Of Congress Join MAZON's 12th Annual National Hunger Seder

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Friday, March 19, 2021
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WASHINGTON, March 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Members of Congress and anti-hunger advocates broke matzah yesterday at the 12th annual National Hunger Seder hosted by MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger .

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  • WASHINGTON, March 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Members of Congress and anti-hunger advocates broke matzah yesterday at the 12th annual National Hunger Seder hosted by MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger .
  • As MAZON's National Hunger Seder reminds us, all who are hungry deserve to eat."
  • I appreciate the opportunity to join the National Hunger Seder this year and I look forward to working with them to combat hunger."
  • I am proud to join MAZON for their National Hunger Seder to bring attention to these critical issues, and to continue our fight to end hunger in America."

MAZON Applauds House Passage of FY21 NDAA; Urges Senate to Support Military Families Facing Hunger

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Wednesday, July 22, 2020
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WASHINGTON, July 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Earlier today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed its Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes a provision to address hunger among currently serving military families.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Earlier today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed its Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes a provision to address hunger among currently serving military families.
  • The bipartisan Military Family Basic Needs Allowance, championed by MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger , is a targeted provision that aims to eliminate common barriers to nutrition assistance for military families including shame, stigma, and fear of retribution.
  • "The Military Family Basic Needs Allowance in the NDAA FY21 is a first step in ensuring that those who fight for our freedom also have freedom from hunger.
  • For nearly a decade, MAZON has made it a priority to understand and address the unique challenges of military families who struggle with food insecurity, leading a national effort to advance policy solutions.

MAZON Outraged By Congress' Failure to Help Millions of Americans Facing Hunger

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Tuesday, April 21, 2020
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Congress is advancing a bill that does not even mention SNAP, let alone make it more accessible to millions of Americans who are struggling to put food on the table.

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  • Congress is advancing a bill that does not even mention SNAP, let alone make it more accessible to millions of Americans who are struggling to put food on the table.
  • In response, Abby J. Leibman, President & CEO of MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger , said:
    "This is appalling and unacceptable.
  • Congress has once again denied support for the growing numbers of Americans who face food insecurity in the wake of COVID-19.
  • Increasing SNAP will not only help millions of Americans who are struggling to put food on the table it will stimulate the economy and contribute to a faster national recovery.

MAZON Outraged By U.S. Supreme Court Decision To Allow Implementation Of Public Charge Rule

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Tuesday, January 28, 2020
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger expressed outrage at the U.S. Supreme Court's sharply divided decision to lift a nationwide injunction blocking implementation of the "Public Charge Rule" while its legal fate remains under consideration by lower federal courts.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger expressed outrage at the U.S. Supreme Court's sharply divided decision to lift a nationwide injunction blocking implementation of the "Public Charge Rule" while its legal fate remains under consideration by lower federal courts.
  • At best, this creates confusion and fear; at worst, itwill result in America turning its back on immigrants who heretofore would have been welcome in our country."
  • The Trump Administration's public charge rule seeks to deny lawful permanent residency status to immigrants who have utilized public benefits, including food assistance from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
  • MAZON joined with other concerned organizations in filing an amicus brief in opposition to the public charge rule on September 11, 2019in the Northern District of California.

MAZON To Testify On Veteran Hunger Before U.S. House Committee On Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee On Economic Opportunity This Thursday, January 9th At 10am ET

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Wednesday, January 8, 2020
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ET, MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger will testify beforethe U.S. House Committee on Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity in a hearing entitled "Reviewing the Availability of Resources to Address Veteran Hunger."

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  • ET, MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger will testify beforethe U.S. House Committee on Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity in a hearing entitled "Reviewing the Availability of Resources to Address Veteran Hunger."
  • MAZON will shed light on the lack of food and nutrition support for tens of thousands of veterans who struggle with food insecurity, following their transition from military service.
  • This hearing is part of a larger conversation on veteran hunger in America, and MAZON looks forward to contributing to this national dialogue along with other stakeholders.
  • The hearing will be livestreamed on the House Veterans Affairs Committee YouTube page beginning at 10:00 am ET: https://www.youtube.com/houseveteransaffairs .

MAZON Honors The Enduring Contributions Of Nation's Native American Veterans

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Sunday, November 10, 2019
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- In observance of Veterans Day, MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger honors the history and legacy of the nation's Native American veterans who served in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, or Coast Guard.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 10, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- In observance of Veterans Day, MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger honors the history and legacy of the nation's Native American veterans who served in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, or Coast Guard.
  • On Veterans Day we are reminded that November is also Native American Heritage Month, a time to recognize the service and culture ofAmerican Indian, Alaskan Native, and Native Hawaiians -- communities that have been long over-represented among our Nation's veterans, demonstrating a dedication to service and patriotism that inspires us all.
  • There are approximately 140,000 Native American veterans alive today and about 31,000 serving in the U.S. military in Iraq, Afghanistan and elsewhere around the world.
  • The Native American Veterans Memorial will be unveiled in Washington D.C. next year, a long overdue recognition.

MAZON Horrified By President's Accusation That Jewish People Are Disloyal For Expressing Political Opinions

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Wednesday, August 21, 2019
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His offensive accusation is an anti-Semitic trope that can lead to violence as we saw in the worst attack on American Jews in history in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at the Tree of Life synagogue on October 27, 2018.

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  • His offensive accusation is an anti-Semitic trope that can lead to violence as we saw in the worst attack on American Jews in history in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at the Tree of Life synagogue on October 27, 2018.
  • Such sentiments have no place in public discourse particularly from the president of the United States."
  • About MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger:
    Inspired by Jewish values and ideals, MAZON is a national advocacy organization working to end hunger among people of all faiths and backgrounds in the United States and Israel.
  • For more information on MAZON, please visit mazon.org .