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The Faithful Shopper: Giving Thanks

Faith Hope Consolo | Posted 01.16.2013 | New York
Faith Hope Consolo

After Hurricane Sandy, the retail industry quickly began assisting those who have had their homes and lives damaged. Some are boutiques that regularly give to charity and made special donations; others are larger corporations donating more than $1 million.

Food Is Everywhere, Yet Millions Go Hungry

Pedro L. Rodriguez | Posted 12.17.2012 | Impact
Pedro L. Rodriguez

North America's obsession with food porn dominates television programming. I can't help but think that our #firstworldproblems would be put into perspective with a tour of Haiti, Sudan or Asia.

10-Year-Old Michigan Girl Gives Up Birthday Presents to Feed Hungry Neighbors

Kenneth Estelle | Posted 12.16.2012 | Impact
Kenneth Estelle

Payton's birthday present to her community is a singular example of what one person can accomplish with selfless vision and a dash of creativity.

Urban Gleaners: Reducing Food Waste to Reduce Hunger (Video)

Rebecca Gerendasy | Posted 07.24.2012 | Green
Rebecca Gerendasy

A simple idea that came out of hearing a story on the radio. For Tracy Oseran, it was something she had to do: help find and distribute food that would otherwise be thrown out.

A Reasonable Celebration

Roy Speckhardt | Posted 07.01.2012 | Politics
Roy Speckhardt

On the National Day of Reason religious people of all sorts join non-believers in recognizing that a government of the people should use reason as the basis for creating and enforcing its laws and regulations.

Amanda Terkel

The Reality Behind Rhetoric About Food Stamps

HuffingtonPost.com | Amanda Terkel | Posted 01.28.2012 | Politics

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Rhetoric about jobs is everywhere during this campaign season. To emphasize how much they want to create jobs and how valuable s...

Food Banks Concerned About Rising Peanut Butter Prices

AP | KANTELE FRANKO | Posted 01.28.2012 | Home

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Food banks and pantries around the country say high peanut butter prices have made it harder for them to provide one of their m...

Holiday Meals For All

Vicki B. Escarra | Posted 01.21.2012 | Impact
Vicki B. Escarra

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.

Paul Needham

A Food Bank With Flagging Corporate Support

HuffingtonPost.com | Paul Needham | Posted 12.19.2011 | Impact

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...

Donate Your Blood And Batteries After Irene

Posted 10.29.2011 | New York

Hurricane Irene may have weakened significantly by the time it hit our shores and its damage may have relatively minimal, but there are still those in...

Food Banks Find New Ways To Fight Rising Costs, Including Charging For Produce

Posted 08.27.2011 | Home

Food banks around the country are implementing new policies to combat rising food costs and food shortages as more people are struggling to get enough...

With Resources Scarce, Food Banks Are Joplin's Lifeline

Vicki B. Escarra | Posted 07.25.2011 | Impact
Vicki B. Escarra

The damage from disasters lasts long after their stories fade from headlines. This response will require a long-term commitment -- a commitment that's already been made by members of Feeding America.

A Labor Of Love: Valentine's Day Dates That Give Back

Posted 05.25.2011 | Impact

Very few of us are Brad and Angelinas with the ability to donate millions to various causes. But for you and your sweetheart, there are countless smal...

Hunger In America: Martin Luther King Calls Us To Act

Vicki B. Escarra | Posted 05.25.2011 | Impact
Vicki B. Escarra

Many years have passed since the death of Dr. King, and it is sad and sobering to ponder the terrible fact that hunger continues to permeate every community in our nation.

Thanksgiving Thoughts About People Struggling with Hunger

Vicki B. Escarra | Posted 05.25.2011 | Impact
Vicki B. Escarra

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I ask that you take note of the neighbor down the street, or a former co-worker who got laid off, or a member of your place of worship. You just don't know -- they may be in need of food.

Giving Thanks is in the Air

Liz Neumark | Posted 05.25.2011 | Home
Liz Neumark

Forget the pumpkin into coach image. Pumpkin as smart car is what came to mind when GP planned the arrival of City Harvest's 1426 lb giant beast on o...

'Help Feed LA' Makes Donating Food Easy

Posted 05.25.2011 | Impact

L.A. businesses can donate their surplus food more easily to those who need it, thanks to the Help Feed L.A. campaign, reports KPCC, NPR's affiliate i...

Hunger Action Month: How You Can Help

Posted 05.25.2011 | Impact

September marks Hunger Action Month and national nonprofit Feeding America is calling upon individuals and communities to get involved in the fight ag...

Jerry Griffin, Former Homeless Man, Turns His Life Around Through Volunteering

Posted 05.25.2011 | Impact

Jerry Griffin started volunteering at the Food Bank of Northern Indiana enthusiastic about changing the direction his life was heading. At one point, ...

Responding to Uninformed Opinions About Hunger

Vicki B. Escarra | Posted 05.25.2011 | Impact
Vicki B. Escarra

The ever-growing ranks of families turning to America's food banks is a reality that should not be met with ridicule. Instead, we must respond with the compassion, steadfast resolve, and solidarity that have always fueled our great nation.

Food Bank Diet: Prominent People Try Surviving On Welfare Diet

Planet Green | Lloyd Alter | Posted 05.25.2011 | Green

The Stop Community Food Centre thinks people should know how hard it is to live on welfare and in poverty. As part of its "Do the Math" campaign to de...

Joe Jackson, 87-Year-Old War Hero, Helps Feed Hungry In His Community

Posted 05.25.2011 | Impact

In 1969, Joe Jackson was presented the National Medal of Honor, the highest military honor, for flying into enemy fire to rescue three stranded soldie...

Phoebe Russell: Six-Year-Old Inspires Movement, Feeds 120,000 People (VIDEO)

Toan Lam | Posted 05.25.2011 | Impact
Toan Lam

Though I've had some amazing teachers in my life, I can truly say that six-year-old Phoebe Russell is the best teacher I've ever had, when it comes to the true meaning of "service."

The Shoe on the Other Foot

Liz Neumark | Posted 05.25.2011 | New York
Liz Neumark

Weeks ago, Great Performances said yes to Stephen Grimaldi, Executive Director of the Yorkville Common Pantry. Yes - to being the honoree for the York...

Outpouring Of Support From Seattle Community After Food Bank Burglary

Huffington Post | Julian Hattem | Posted 05.25.2011 | Impact

As part of its Bearing Witness 2.0 project, the Huffington Post is rounding up a few of the best local stories of the day. Last Tuesday night, the R...