Grandparents Going Hungry
If a society is judged by the way it treats the most vulnerable among them, we may be headed for a failing grade. Just consider these disturbing statistics when it comes to senior hunger.
If a society is judged by the way it treats the most vulnerable among them, we may be headed for a failing grade. Just consider these disturbing statistics when it comes to senior hunger.
Kim Doyle Wille | Posted 05.04.2012
Last Thanksgiving, I spent two days documenting hunger at three food pantries. At the first pantry, children in sweaters sweetly asked volunteers if t...
Kenneth Estelle | Posted 04.28.2012
By taking clients at their word and allowing them to choose from an array of truly healthy foods, Arnold ushered in a new era of food banking, one that is more efficient, more nourishing, and more responsive to those it serves.
AP | JOHN FLESHER | Posted 04.19.2012
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. -- Farmer and philanthropist Howard G. Buffett, son of billionaire investor Warren Buffett, wants to enlist fellow food producers...
Vicki B. Escarra | Posted 05.12.2012
How can someone who faces hunger also be obese? The fact is that the two can and do co-exist.
AP | By FRANCES D'EMILIO | Posted 02.23.2012
BY FRANCES D'EMILIO, ASSOCIATED PRESS ROME — Bill Gates pressed U.N. food agencies on Thursday to become more efficient in helping poor farmers a...
Posted 01.25.2012
President Obama highlighted one primary problem in his annual State of the Union address Tuesday night. He identified economic inequality as "the d...
HuffingtonPost.com | Eleanor Goldberg | Posted 01.24.2012
Grammy-nominated DJ Avicii catered to a crew of fired-up fans Monday, but they weren't his typical glow-stick waving, neon T-shirt-wearing kind. To...
Linda Novick O'Keefe | Posted 03.18.2012
For our kids to combat the obesity plague, no single strategy is adequate. We need easy access to affordable good food, plus physical activity, plus kids who are not intimidated by kitchen utensils and raw vegetables.
Posted 03.21.2012
As we reflect on a year of climbing poverty rates, homelessness and other crises near and far, we recognize those whose good works have helped others ...
www.slate.com | Posted 12.08.2011
'Tis the season for food drives. It's a holiday tradition as storied as Christmas trees, awkward conversations with the in-laws, and embarrassing drun...
Vicki B. Escarra | Posted 01.31.2012
The economic hardships of a nation are felt most by its people. It baffles me not only that some people cannot grasp that reality, but that they so quickly demonize people who are suffering due to economic circumstances beyond their control.
HuffingtonPost.com | Alice Hines | Posted 11.24.2011
NEW YORK -- Lynn U., a 58 year old mom of two, is bringing cornbread stuffing to her aunt's Thanksgiving celebration this year. What the aunt doesn't ...
Vicki B. Escarra | Posted 01.21.2012
At a time when most Americans are celebrating abundance, one in six of us is not getting enough to eat. Right now, do something to ensure that everyone has enough to eat this holiday season and throughout the year.
Lisa M. Dietlin | Posted 01.16.2012
During this time of year, many local grocery stores as well as chains, offer the opportunity for shoppers to purchase a bag of food, a meal or to drop off a food item in a "food barrel".
HuffingtonPost.com | Paul Needham | Posted 12.19.2011
FREDERICKSBURG, Va. -- Oya Oliver knows exactly what everything costs, from the price of a box of 100 small Slim Jims -- $14.79 -- to her electric bil...
Jesse Williams | Posted 12.11.2011
During this prolonged economic downturn we need to raise awareness about the pervasiveness of child hunger in the USA now. We need to step up to help our struggling neighbors, family, and friends.
Vicki Escarra | Posted 11.21.2011
Every person and every sector has an obligation to help our fellow citizens and ensure America's prosperity. Hunger is an urgent issue in America, and we must do something about it now. Not tomorrow or next year, but now. People are suffering today.
Enid Borden | Posted 11.16.2011
September is Hunger Action Month. We must work together to combat the scourge of hunger -- all hunger, not just one segment of our society. When one person is hungry, aren't we all?
Joe Montana | Posted 11.15.2011
One out of every 6 Americans doesn't know where their next meal is going to come from. It is unconscionable that anyone should be facing food insecurity in this land of plenty, which is why all of us should do our part to ensure no one has to go hungry again.
Vicki B. Escarra | Posted 11.12.2011
Federal nutrition programs work, but they must be funded if they are to help reduce the number of Americans facing hunger. If Congress cuts the food-assistance safety-net, the USDA will surely have a gloomy scenario to report next year.
Lisa M. Dietlin | Posted 11.02.2011
With Labor Day fast approaching, many of us are already beginning to anticipate the end of summer and all its fun activities. However, I suggest this Labor Day taking a look at the meaning of the holiday and what you can do to uphold and honor its original intent while making a difference.
Laurie M. Tisch | Posted 10.04.2011
Rather than going hungry, millions of Americans are turning to calorie-dense fast food that won't break the bank. But programs that bring affordable, wholesome foods to neighborhoods that crave them are popping up everywhere.
Posted 08.27.2011
Last year, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. pledged $2 billion in food and aid over the next five years. The company's donations will benefit Feeding America foo...
Vicki B. Escarra | Posted 08.24.2011
Among other things, the data and service records from this holistic model may be used to help us shape and inform critical public policy and funding debate around hunger and poverty issues.
Vicki B. Escarra | Posted 05.18.2012