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Feeding America Report Reveals Hunger in the US Remains an Urgent Crisis Despite Progress During Pandemic

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Friday, September 15, 2023

CHICAGO, Sept. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly 9 in 10 (88%) people facing hunger agree that federal and local governments should treat food insecurity as an urgent crisis despite headlines asserting an improving economy and lower unemployment rates, according to a new Feeding America report. Feeding America's nationally representative Elevating Voices: Insights Report reflects the firsthand experiences, concerns and ideas of more than 1,000 people, and 12 Native American communities, who have received charitable food assistance and/or who have experienced food insecurity in the last two years.

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A hunger-free America is within our grasp, if we seek guidance directly from communities facing hunger as indispensable partners in this work," said Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, CEO of Feeding America.
The report's four key areas of focus were informed by neighbor insights and provide Feeding America's policy recommendations for a hunger-free America.
This year's report follows the inaugural, first-of-its-kind report, Elevating Voices to End Hunger Together: Community-Driven Solutions to Address America's Hunger Crisis .
Additionally, the report contains firsthand context about the day-to-day experience from neighbors who have faced hunger, gathered during the inaugural Elevating Voices: Power Summit .

Southeastern Grocers aids communities in need with 1.5 million meals and disaster relief initiative

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

The community donation program will run during peak hurricane season and following the devastating impact from Hurricane Idalia throughout the Southeast.

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The community donation program will run during peak hurricane season and following the devastating impact from Hurricane Idalia throughout the Southeast.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230906010454/en/
Southeastern Grocers cares passionately about the communities it serves, and the grocer is steadfast in its commitment to supporting neighbors in need.
SEG donated more than $700,000 and 14 million pounds of food to help alleviate hunger across its five-state footprint last year.
Last year, SEG, together with the SEG Gives Foundation and generous customers, donated more than $600,000 to support disaster relief efforts.

Northern Illinois Food Bank Announces Hunger Action Month Initiatives

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

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GENEVA, Ill., Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This September, Northern Illinois Food Bank, the leading hunger relief organization in Northern Illinois and member of the Feeding America Network, will recognize Hunger Action Month with several initiatives to educate the public about the issue of hunger and ways to get involved.

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GENEVA, Ill., Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This September, Northern Illinois Food Bank , the leading hunger relief organization in Northern Illinois and member of the Feeding America Network, will recognize Hunger Action Month with several initiatives to educate the public about the issue of hunger and ways to get involved.
Northern Illinois Food Bank's mission is to provide nutritious food and resources for neighbors so they can thrive.
"The need for food assistance is up 30 percent from last year and 70 percent pre-pandemic," said Julie Yurko, President and CEO of Northern Illinois Food Bank.
National Day of Service - September 11 and throughout the month, Northern Illinois Food Bank will be holding special volunteer shifts at all four centers.

Feeding America's Hunger Action Month Campaign Highlights What's Possible in a World Without Food Insecurity

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

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CHICAGO, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Feeding America nationwide network of food banks is coming together this September for Hunger Action Month to inspire conversation and drive passion for the issue of hunger. The month-long campaign will highlight the impact of food on people's lives and show how a meal goes beyond solely nourishing our bodies. When people are fed, futures are nourished, and individuals go from just living to truly thriving. By joining the movement, Feeding America believes our collective voices, actions and commitment will help ensure every community has the food it needs to flourish.

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The Hunger Action Month Campaign Urges Public to Join the Movement to End Hunger Through Donating, Volunteering or Advocating
CHICAGO, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Feeding America nationwide network of food banks is coming together this September for Hunger Action Month to inspire conversation and drive passion for the issue of hunger.
To support food banks and neighbors experiencing food insecurity, people across the country can get involved during Hunger Action Month by listening, acting and inviting others to speak up about ways to end hunger.
Wear orange throughout the month of September, or on Hunger Action Day on Friday, Sept. 15, to spread awareness and show commitment toward ending hunger.
Hunger Action Month is a time for everyone across the country to collectively act against hunger.

Mayors from 12 Cities Kickoff North Texas Food Bank Peanut Butter Drive

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

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This drive brings together cities, neighborhoods, corporations and organizations to collect jars of peanut butter that can then be distributed through the North Texas Food Bank’s Food 4 Kids backpack program and its feeding network of nearly 500 food pantries and organizations.

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This drive brings together cities, neighborhoods, corporations and organizations to collect jars of peanut butter that can then be distributed through the North Texas Food Bank’s Food 4 Kids backpack program and its feeding network of nearly 500 food pantries and organizations.
“With record numbers of neighbors seeking food assistance, the annual peanut butter drive is critical for the North Texas Food Bank in providing for those who need us most right now.”
Last year the North Texas Food Bank expanded the drive to include all 13 counties that it serves.
North Texas residents and businesses can support the food drive by collecting physical jars of peanut butter or through a virtual food drive.
Each dollar donated to the peanut butter campaign platform is used by NTFB to purchase peanut butter for a North Texas family facing hunger.

Binance-Powered 'After Hours Til Dawn' Tour by The Weeknd Heads to Australia and New Zealand

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

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SYDNEY, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Weeknd's successful "After Hours Til Dawn" global tour is set to commence its highly anticipated performances in Australia and New Zealand in November and December of 2023. The musical journey, powered by Binance, the global blockchain ecosystem behind the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, is the first global concert tour to integrate Web3 technology for an enhanced fan experience.

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SYDNEY, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Weeknd's successful "After Hours Til Dawn" global tour is set to commence its highly anticipated performances in Australia and New Zealand in November and December of 2023.
Binance users in Australia and New Zealand will be provided with exclusive opportunities as The Weeknd's "After Hours Til Dawn" tour gets underway in their region.
For The Weeknd's fans worldwide, Binance will also be offering an exclusive NFT collection for The Weeknd's tour.
For more information on The Weeknd's "After Hours Til Dawn" global tour, please visit TheWeeknd.com/tour .

Binance-Powered 'After Hours Til Dawn' Tour by The Weeknd Heads to Australia and New Zealand

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

SYDNEY, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Weeknd's successful "After Hours Til Dawn" global tour is set to commence its highly anticipated performances in Australia and New Zealand in November and December of 2023. The musical journey, powered by Binance, the global blockchain ecosystem behind the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, is the first global concert tour to integrate Web3 technology for an enhanced fan experience.

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SYDNEY, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Weeknd's successful "After Hours Til Dawn" global tour is set to commence its highly anticipated performances in Australia and New Zealand in November and December of 2023.
Binance users in Australia and New Zealand will be provided with exclusive opportunities as The Weeknd's "After Hours Til Dawn" tour gets underway in their region.
For The Weeknd's fans worldwide, Binance will also be offering an exclusive NFT collection for The Weeknd's tour.
For more information on The Weeknd's "After Hours Til Dawn" global tour, please visit TheWeeknd.com/tour .

T-Square Properties Volunteers With Seattle’s Food Lifeline

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

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It took less than one hour for the highly motivated volunteers to process 3,650 pounds of food products!

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It took less than one hour for the highly motivated volunteers to process 3,650 pounds of food products!
Food Lifeline is on a mission to end hunger in western Washington.
Food Lifeline provides nutritious food to 1.37 million people facing hunger by sourcing nutritious food from a variety of food industry partners.
Food Lifeline also works to end hunger by addressing its root causes, including poverty, racial inequity, and social injustice.

Fay Servicing, SpringFour Partnership Helps Homeowners Overcome Financial Hurdles

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

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CHICAGO, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fay Servicing, a full-service mortgage company servicing loans for more than 150,000 U.S. homeowners, recently celebrated the 10th anniversary of its partnership with SpringFour, a social impact fintech platform which provides thousands of financial assistance resources to borrowers struggling to find their financial footing while maintaining homeownership.

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Over the past year, Fay Servicing's partnership with SpringFour has proven crucial to the growing number of new homeowners facing financial challenges due to the economy and rising costs for goods and services.
Through SpringFour, Fay Servicing borrowers have been able to access concrete assistance like nonprofit and government programs, local grants, and community resources at no cost to them.
In 2022, SpringFour delivered 4.4 million financial health referrals to individuals across the U.S., based on their geographic location and specific needs.
"We are proud of our long-standing partnership with Fay Servicing to help consumers in need access critical financial health resources," said SpringFour Co-Founder and CEO Rochelle Gorey.

Perdue Farms Delivers Funds and Food to Support Maryland Food Bank Hunger-Relief Programming in Rural Eastern Shore

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Much of the funding through the Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation and chicken will support the food bank’s Mobile Market Program.

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Much of the funding through the Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation and chicken will support the food bank’s Mobile Market Program.
The financial gift will also support MFB’s FoodWorks Culinary Training Program and its School Pantry program serving Wicomico County Public Schools.
The Maryland Food Bank – Eastern Shore Branch currently partners with 21 schools in Wicomico County to ensure children get the nutritious food needed to play, grow, and learn throughout the nine-month school year.
The Mobile Market, FoodWorks and school pantries are wonderful examples of Maryland Food Bank programming that is making a real difference in our hometown, the Eastern Shore, and across the state of Maryland.”