Los Angeles Regional Food Bank的动态

Canada’s $1 billion investment over five years aims to provide meals to an additional 400,000 children annually, complementing existing efforts. This reminds me of India’s Mid Day Meal scheme, which has been instrumental in ensuring millions of children receive nutritious meals, enhancing both health and educational outcomes. Having worked on the mid day meal scheme programs in North India, comparing the two scenarios it’s interesting to observe there is no linear approach to development concerns. While India had implemented its Mid Day Meal scheme years ago, it continues to evolve and adapt to new challenges and needs. In a welcoming move, Canada is now embarking on its journey with the National School Food Program, demonstrating that solutions must constantly evolve to address changing circumstances. This dichotomy highlights the necessity of context-specific strategies in addressing social issues. More to come!

The Grinch is closing out another long week with a plea on behalf of the social purpose organisations I work for and the communities they are holding together under extreme economic and social pressure. As it’s conference season again the #socialvalue world is awash with discussions about our many varied and conflicting measurement approaches. I’ve skipped the conferences this year for many reasons - but even from the Grinch’s mountain top I can see battle lines are being drawn and conversations are getting heated. I believe these discussions *do* matter. But they *do not* matter as much as the issues that a #socialvalue industry should be addressing. While we sit in warm conference rooms eating excellent lunches too many other people are going hungry, living without heat and growing desperate. In meeting the spiralling need our civil society organisations are closing and their staff teams are burning out. The wonderful Recycling Lives Charity (reposted below) is just one example of so many organisations stretched to capacity. So my Grinch Friday plea is - if you can support them or any of your local charities and civil society groups just do it. We can debate the best way to pick a proxy another day.

Food insecurity prompted by a major crisis like a wildfire is exactly the type of situation that food banks and pantries are designed for. They help people struggling to recover from the loss of their home and/or livelihood access to the food they need today. BUT it is incredibly important that we don't lean on this answer long-term- because a lack of food isn't the problem. Following the establishment of emergency food programs that make sure everyone eats today, it's time to address barriers to housing, employment, and healthcare (and honestly examine the impacts of colonialism and oppression) to build food security. Food banks and pantries should only be used as a crutch parallel to implementing food systems change. https://lnkd.in/gYxR3fa8

Post-grad news: I'm happy to share that I'll be starting as Mid-Ohio Food Collective's Communications Coordinator next week! I'm eager to support MOFC's mission of combatting hunger in Franklin County and beyond through their food banks, farm, 'farmacy,' kitchen and markets. The USDA's Economic Research Service reported that food insecurity in the U.S. rose from 12.8% (17 million) in 2022 to 13.5% (18 million) in 2023. Comparatively, in 2020 and 2021, at the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, food insecurity was recorded at 10.5% (13.8 million) and 10.2% (13.5 million) respectively. The topic of food insecurity in America is more prevalent than ever, so I encourage you to volunteer with MOFC or your local food bank, especially during this holiday season. Source: https://lnkd.in/gcCNW3JX

We don’t have a food shortage, we have a distribution shortage. Rather than passing our surplus food around the table, we're throwing it in the trash. Rewarding?#fooddonation, as an alternative to landfilling, is the first line of defense against rampant?#foodwaste. In Rhode Island, where?#foodinsecurity?is high,?#taxincentives?would be a useful tool to help divert more of that surplus food to families in need. ???? https://lnkd.in/ek44VCYy Thanks to ReFED and the Rhode Island Food Policy Council.

Mike Darrow had a few key takeaways from the Feeding America conference last week. Check them out! 1?? The significant increase in food insecurity is a national issue 2?? The passion and dedication of Food Bankers is undeniable 3?? The best practices we all gain through collaboration and sharing are invaluable #FeedingtheCarolinas #FeedingAmerica #FoodInsecurity #NCFoodBanks #SCFoodBanks

Local & Regional News Food desert elimination grant combats food insecurity in Arkansas KUAR | By?Sophia Nourani / KUAF Published?September 17, 2024 at 3:55 PM CDT A new study conducted by the federal department of agriculture, or the USDA, has identified Arkansas as the most food insecure state in the country. With almost 20% of the state lacking resources to feed their household, Arkansas has a significantly higher rate of hunger than the national average of 12%. There is a food desert in every county in Arkansas. What’s a food desert? According to the USDA, it’s a term used to describe a region with a large number of households facing low incomes, inadequate access to transportation and a limited number of food retailers providing fresh, affordable produce. In a rural state like Arkansas, these types of areas are common to find. And while residents may be growing food in these farming-driven communities, CEO of the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance’s Sylvia Blain said the food isn’t for the farmers. https://lnkd.in/gMNqVd8q

It has been a year since #CalFresh Emergency Allotments expired. Thanks to California Association of Food Banks, we now know the impact of these cuts. ?? People are buying and eating less than what they need and relying on cheaper processed foods. ?? CalFresh households are shopping less because they have less money not only for food but also for gas and other goods. ?? Households are making tradeoffs between food and other expenses. ?? Hunger in California is on the rise, again! Read more here:

Today, we explore the persistent challenge of food insecurity in the United States. Liz speaks with Stephanie Norton-Bredl, Executive Director of the Issaquah Food & Clothing Bank in Washington State, and Katherine McNulty, MA McNulty, Principal of Atrómitos, LLC, who happens to help run a rural food pantry in her home state of Connecticut.? ? Their discussion highlights the crucial role of food banks in providing essential sustenance and support to vulnerable populations. Stephanie and Kate share insights into how food insecurity contributes to poor health outcomes, the importance of nutrition security, and the efforts to raise awareness and advocate for policy changes.? ? ? They also discuss the role of affordable housing in combating food insecurity, the barriers to equitable access to healthy food options, and the various ways individuals and organizations can contribute to mitigating these challenges. You can listen here: https://lnkd.in/erQbxQsQ . . . #FoodInsecurity #FoodBanks #HealthOutcomes?

October 16 marks World Food Day recognized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, and this year's theme "Right to Foods for a Better Life and a Better Future" reflects on the ongoing efforts to ensure everyone has access to nourishment. In Northumberland County, many families, seniors, and children face the harsh reality of not knowing where their next meal will come from. As winter nears, some are forced to choose between heating their homes and buying groceries, while others grapple with the shame of relying on local food banks to feed their families. We believe that tackling hunger starts close to home, and your support can help fund food security programs like Northumberland Eats 2.0, which provides microgrants to grassroots agencies operating as food banks and hubs. These efforts directly combat food insecurity by reinforcing the safety nets that so many in our community depend on daily. Please help us continue to create programs and fund organizations working to feed our community. https://lnkd.in/gqPnsjN2 #worldfoodday #unitedway #unitedwaynorthumberland #northumberlandeats #communitymatters