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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
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Lawmakers in both chambers of Congress have introduced the Food Secure Strikers Act, a legislative effort to extend Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to striking workers …
Fighting Hunger on the Picket Line: Bold New Bill Stands with Striking Workers and Their Families Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) has introduced the School Lunch Debt Cancellation Act, legislation aimed at eliminating all outstanding student meal debt and addressing food insecurity on a …
Senator Fetterman Introduces Bill to Eliminate Student Meal Debt Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Fred Beans Automotive Group has concluded another successful year-end sales challenge, raising $50,000 to fight hunger in communities across Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The funds, which …
Fred Beans Automotive Group Raises $50,000 to Combat Hunger Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Friday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is continuing its efforts to support projects funded by the McGovern-Dole International …
USDA Doubles Down on Global Hunger Relief—Key Programs Boost Education and U.S. Farming Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Friday, the Pennsylvania Farm Show became the stage for a powerful celebration of charity, community, and the fight to end hunger. The tenth anniversary of the Fill …
Celebrating a Decade of Hope and Milk – Fill a Glass with Hope Marks 10 Years at PA Farm Show Read More
CHESTER COUNTY, PA – The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) has made a significant impact this fall through education, outreach, and support programs aimed at addressing local challenges. From partnering …
YMCA of Greater Brandywine Delivers Support and Awareness Through Fall Initiatives 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
CHESTER, PA — Price Rite Marketplace, in collaboration with Feed the Children, the Boys & Girls Club of Chester, and Butterball, hosted a significant distribution event on November 7, providing …
Price Rite Marketplace Joins Forces to Aid Chester 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