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Food insecurity, which the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) defines as “a household-level economic and social condition of limited or uncertain access to adequate food,” is an important public health problem and an underrecognized social determinant of health. It places a substantial burden on our society through health care and social costs. People experiencing food insecurity often consume a nutrient-poor diet, which may contribute to the development of obesity, heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, and other chronic diseases. People who live in food-insecure households also have difficulties in managing diet-related chronic conditions. For ECU students experiencing food insecurity, the Williams-Ross Purple Pantry is an invaluable resource. #ecu #foodinsecurity #foodpantry #highereducation

Did you know that one in five children in the U.S. experience food insecurity? For kids that rely on free or reduced-priced meals at school, summer can mean a lack of access to nutritious food. That’s why we’ve joined Albertsons Companies Foundation’s first-of-its-kind coalition of foodbanks, school districts, community organizations, and other partners across the country to help tackle hunger. Check if your household qualifies for $120 for groceries per eligible child through USDA’s new, permanent Summer EBT program at SummerEBT.org

Did you know that one in five children in the U.S. experience food insecurity? For kids that rely on free or reduced-priced meals at school, summer can mean a lack of access to nutritious food. That’s why we’ve joined the Albertsons Companies Foundation in a groundbreaking coalition to tackle summer hunger through the USDA’s new Summer EBT program. Partnering with @FeedingAmerica, @FRACtweets, @GiftCardBank, @HungerFreeUSA, @mRelief_form, @nokidhungry, and @PHAnews we’re reaching over 200 foodbanks, 300 school districts, and 1,500 organizations. Eligible families can get $120 per child for groceries. Check if you qualify at SummerEBT.org.

The British philosopher John Gray wrote, “We are who we are because of the places in which we grow up, the accents and friends we acquire by chance, the burdens we have not chosen but somehow learn to cope with. Real communities are always local-places in which people have put down roots and are willing to put up with the burdens of living together..." Places, roots, accents, friends, loyalties, caring, burdens & responsibilities. An authentic & organic community is held together by a set of first principles or virtues and values just like a built structure is supported by a firm foundation, by brick and mortar, stone & concrete, by sets of columns & beams etc. In the case of the physical structure, remove the supports and the structure will come tumbling down, collapsing under its own weight into a pile of rubble. The same is true of organic communities which are also like structures, built with effort, care, love and compassion over long spans of time, held in place by the firm supports of human values and the glue of human relationships. Without love, caring and compassion, without commitment, without the willingness to shoulder duties & responsibilities, local communities cannot survive, cannot thrive. Keep up the good work.

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One of Auxilium's mission points in food insecurity and how we can put an end to it. But first, we have to talk about it. https://lnkd.in/euDescSv

Important Update for the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) This week only, the Cloudland Elementary School site will distribute meals on Friday, 07/05, instead of Thursday, to accommodate the July 4th holiday. Additionally, please note a policy update: Now, only parents or guardians need to be present to pick up meals. This change does not extend to other family members outside of designated parents/guardians. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! #SummerFoodService #FTHRA #CommunitySupport #HolidaySchedule #ImportantUpdate

Food is a universal need that transcends age, background, address, race, gender, and societal status. We all need to eat. Yet, more than 83,700 people in Wyoming—over 14% of the population—are facing food insecurity. We've had the honor of connecting with neighbors across the state and learning firsthand about the challenges of food insecurity. Learn more in our blog linked below.

Did you know that one in five children in the U.S. experience food insecurity? For kids that rely on free or reduced-priced meals at school, summer can mean a lack of access to nutritious food. That’s why we’ve joined Albertsons Companies Foundation’s first-of-its-kind coalition of food banks/food pantries, school districts, community organizations, and other partners across the country to help tackle hunger. Check if your household qualifies for $120 for groceries per eligible child through USDA’s new, permanent Summer EBT program at SummerEBT.org

People ask me why I have supported our local food pantry, and this exact story tells my "why". As a parent who recently had a child in college, I can't imagine how hard it must be for kiddos trying to work/learn/ and struggle with food insecurity. Please! Read this article below from Matthew's Crossing Food Bank and if you have any non perishable food items, can you please drop them off at our office so we can get them to the food pantry! Watch the video below of kids at ASU who use this service and see how Matthews Crossing goes to ASU and see the students use the service. DID YOU KNOW.... 26% of ASU students don’t have enough food. You can’t excel or innovate on an empty stomach, when you don’t know where your next meal is coming from. Food insecurity in colleges is a national epidemic with over 30% of students experiencing it. Food insecurity is defined by the US Department of Agriculture as a lack of consistent access to enough food for an active, healthy lifestyle. The overall increase in food insecurity has jumped appreciably since the pandemic AND continues to grow. Last year, the Pitchfork Panty and Matthew's Crossing served an average 300 students at each mobile distribution. Last weekend's distribution, 450 students were served. Combinations of food insecurity and the stress of college contribute to lower GPA scores, lower ability to excel in class and lower attendance and completion rates. Students who do not have appropriate access to food are more likely to report stress and depression. ASU, with the help from Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank, has a student lead food pantry to support students with the food they need for a successful college experience. In addition to Pitchfork Pantry, Matthews Crossing supports ASU students with Mobile Distribution and Weekend Backpack programs. https://lnkd.in/gUW7ckT6 For more information on Pitchfork Pantry and the role Matthews Crossing plays in feeding students please take a look at the video above. You can be a part of making students more successful and less stressed about hunger by donating to Matthew’s Crossing. #ASU #MatthewsFoodPantry #AmericanFamily #Donations