“This Is A $6 A Day Fight”: Rep. Angie Craig Sounds the Alarm on SNAP Cuts and the Future of the Farm Bill
At a time of rising hunger, political instability, and growing pressure on federal safety net programs, Rep. Angie Craig (D–MN) delivered a forceful and deeply personal address at the National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference. Speaking as the top Democrat on the House Agriculture Committee, Craig offered a sobering warning: proposed cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and other anti-hunger …
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Tipping Point: What Happens When SNAP Gets Cut
As Congress barrels into one of the most contentious budget cycles in years, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) – the country’s largest anti-hunger program – is facing existential threats. At least $230 billion in proposed cuts loom over a program that not only feeds over 40 million Americans but also anchors local economies, rural grocery stores, and public health …
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Serving Our Country & Struggling to Eat: The Quiet Crisis Facing Military Families
At the National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference, a panel of experts and advocates delivered a sobering portrait of military life in America – one marked not just by sacrifice and service, but by hunger. The session, “From Base to Table,” brought together representatives from three leading organizations working to support military families: Janice Walton of the Military Family Advisory Network (MFAN), …
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National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference
The National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference, sponsored by the Food Research & Action Center, and in cooperation with the National CACFP Forum, will be held May 4–6, 2025, in Washington, D.C. at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. Over a thousand anti hunger advocates will join together from across the country to attend content rich sessions, learn legislative best practices, explore innovative advocacy methods, …
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Compostable Packaging Turns School Cafeterias Green
In a step toward a more sustainable future for school nutrition programs, Eco-Products and DNO Produce have joined forces to launch a compostable packaging solution designed specifically for K–12 cafeterias. The innovation – a 4-ounce molded fiber cup sealed with a plant-based lidding film – is poised to make a meaningful impact on how fresh produce is delivered to students. …
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New Research Confirms Free School Meals Boost Participation Wellness & Learning
New research from the Food Research & Action Center (FRAC) underscores what advocates have long maintained: offering school meals to all students at no charge significantly boosts participation in school breakfast and lunch programs, while also supporting student health and academic achievement. Released today, The Reach of School Breakfast and Lunch During the 2023–2024 School Year highlights a notable rise …
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Universities Tackle Waste by Repurposing Food
A new collaboration between university dining leaders and food waste nonprofit ReFED is proving that culinary creativity can yield powerful returns—not just for campus kitchens, but for people and the planet. The Menus of Change University Research Collaborative (MCURC), an alliance of over 80 higher education institutions, foodservice partners, and researchers, recently wrapped a 12 week research sprint aimed at …
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Federal Budget Blueprint Endangers Critical Support for Americans
In a narrow vote early this morning, the House of Representatives approved a controversial Senate backed budget proposal, sending alarm signals to millions of Americans facing financial hardship. Critics say the budget places tax breaks for corporations and wealthy individuals ahead of combating the growing hunger crisis that grips the nation. The budget proposal instructs congressional committees to make billions …
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Silver Linings Emerge in Federal Food Assistance Funding
At a moment when Congress considers significant cuts – potentially up to 20% – to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP
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Millions Face Obstacles to Benefits as Social Security Cuts Phone Service
The Trump administration is abruptly cutting critical Social Security Administration (SSA) phone services, creating significant barriers for millions of beneficiaries attempting to access their earned benefits. At the same time, thousands of SSA staff positions are being eliminated, compounding difficulties for people already facing lengthy delays at local offices and chronic issues with the agency’s online system. Though Trump has …
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