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MILLERSBURG, PA — Mid Penn Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to combating hunger and reducing food waste with a $20,000 donation to Sharing Excess, a nonprofit organization based in Philadelphia. …
Mid Penn Bank Donates $20,000 to Fight Hunger Through Sharing Excess Read More
LINCOLN UNIVERSITY, PA — The Lincoln University men’s and women’s basketball teams scored big both on and off the court during the 2024-25 college basketball season. Through Food Lion Feeds’ …
Lincoln University Basketball Teams Help Donate 60,000 Meals Through Food Lion Feeds Read More
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — Kennett Area Community Service (KACS) is deeply concerned to announce that the USDA has canceled a vital $250,000 food order to Chester County Food Bank (CCFB) …
Kennett Area Community Service Faces Unprecedented Food Shortage Read More
DUQUESNE, PA — Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding convened local officials, farmers, and food bank leaders on Wednesday, April 2, to address the impact of the …
Your Neighbors Are Hungry: Pennsylvania Fights to Save Millions in Food Aid for Families and Farmers Read More
WEST BRANDYWINE, PA — Freedom Village at Brandywine capped off December with a commitment to giving back, organizing two impactful initiatives that provided vital support to local charities and families …
Freedom Village at Brandywine Gives Back with December Charity Efforts Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Fred Beans Automotive Group has announced a new initiative to combat hunger during the holiday season. Beginning on Black Friday, November 29, and running through …
Fred Beans Automotive Drives Hunger Relief with Bold Goal to Fund 100,000 Meals This Holiday Season Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has unveiled a significant new initiative aimed at tackling hunger across the state while simultaneously addressing environmental concerns. Announced by Acting …
DEP Unveils Bold Grant Program to Tackle Hunger and Climate Change Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) has introduced the Farm to Food Bank Reauthorization Act. This legislation aims to fortify the 2018 Farm Bill initiative, which compensates farmers …
From Farm to Table: New Bill Aims to Slash Food Waste and Feed Families! Read More
STATE COLLEGE, PA — Amid growing concerns about food insecurity on college campuses, Department of Human Services Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh visited Penn State to spotlight efforts by students to …
Student-Led Initiatives Tackle Food Insecurity at Penn State Read More
THORNTON, PA — Senator John I. Kane (Delaware/Chester) announced grant funding for two food banks in Senate District 9. Kennett Area Community Service (KACS) received $26,650, and the DELCO Food …
Senator Announces Grants for Local Food Banks Read More