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Food security and housing stability go hand-in-hand. At AHA, we know that having reliable access to nutritious food is essential for building a stable life. When people aren’t worried about their next meal, they’re better able to focus on maintaining stable housing and other long-term goals. Here’s how we help support food security alongside housing services: 🤝 Connection to Food Resources: We connect individuals with local food pantries, meal programs, and CalFresh benefits to ensure they have access to healthy, reliable food sources. 📋 Financial Guidance: By helping our clients budget for groceries and manage food costs, we empower them to make sustainable choices that support both their health and housing. 🌍 Collaborative Community Support: AHA partners with local organizations to ensure that food security resources are available to those we serve, strengthening our community as a whole. Together, we can create pathways to stability that go beyond housing. If you’re a partner organization or would like to support our mission, let’s connect. www.aha-inc.org #FoodSecurity #HousingStability #LosAngeles

Post-pandemic inflation leading to increased food prices, reductions in federal food assistance benefits, and demographic shifts, including the influx of migrants -- all of these factors collectively contribute to the unprecedented demand faced by essential organizations such as food pantries across Chicago. It is also important to recognize the human impact behind these numbers -- the emotional toll of having to choose between basic necessities (like housing and food) underscores the critical role food pantries play in providing support during difficult times. To grasp the importance of tackling food insecurity in our communities, we must first seek out and listen to these personal experiences. That’s what we do! Whether through corporate partnerships, volunteering efforts, or advocating for policy changes, there exist various avenues for meaningful engagement. For example, Good Hope Foundation, Inc. (goodhopefnd.com) and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. (Rho Gamma Gamma chapter) partner monthly with a local food pantry. Doing so helps raise awarenesssnd helps fill the void in regards to these key issues and support those most vulnerable in our underserved communities. #FoodPantries #CommunityEngagement #FoodInsecurity #ChicagoCommunity

At OLIPOP, we're spotlighting the power of partnerships in creating a healthier future for all. 🤝 By collaborating with organizations and programs that share our commitment to nutrition access and education, we’re making a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and families. 🥦 We've partnered with local nonprofits for food giveaway events, providing fresh produce and healthy beverage choices to families in need. These initiatives not only address immediate nutritional needs but also promote ongoing education about healthy eating. 🛒 Our products are available through the SNAP program, ensuring that individuals facing food insecurity can access healthier options at locations like Walmart. 💡 Embodying our "Food as Medicine" philosophy, these partnerships are crucial in fostering community health and demonstrating that good nutrition is foundational to good health. Let’s continue building healthier, more vibrant communities together. Stay tuned as we share more about our impactful collaborations and innovative solutions. Together, we can work towards a brighter, healthier future for all. 💪 #NutritionAccess #CommunityHealth #HealthyFuture

September is Hunger Action Month. One in four adults in the US experienced food insecurity in 2023, and that number has been going up over the past few years. But did you know that food security is more than just handing out meals? It’s actually eight different outcomes, ranging from a meal, to eating more healthfully, to improving the food distribution network. It’s critical that we get specific about which of those we’re solving for, so we can be realistic about what it takes and how much it costs. Learn how to get precise with your food security outcomes in our new white paper. Impact Genome #HungerActionMonth #philanthropy #socialimpact #foodsecurity #outcomes #hungerrelief

TGIF...skipped this last week but back at it. It's another edition of a #feelgoodfriday news story. This time, we tackle hunger. Something that shouldn't be an issue in this world given the wonders of resources we have, the amount we waste and access to it. Yet, here we are. The other issue with hunger is that those that can't afford food also feel a loss of dignity because they've hit hard times. Well today, I bring to you a food bank that's not only feeding people, but also giving back dignity. The Regina Food Bank has created the first free grocery store! " The Food Hub will be stocked like any old grocery store, and unlike similar projects that operate out of churches or community centers, it will feature a produce section, floor-to-ceiling display fridges, and be open all week." “When you give choices, you give not just dignity, but actually, we figure we can feed about 25% more people.” David Froh, MA, CITP Give this story a quick read. In 3 min, this will help you walk into the weekend with a little hope for #humanity! Take a bow Regina Food Bank and may others follow your lead! https://lnkd.in/eQPiSDXb

Let’s discuss food security. Did you know that over 14% of Manitobans face Household Food Insecurity? Over 1 in 5 children across Manitoba does not have enough food to eat. How can we ensure that everyone can access healthy food that respects sustainability, culture, and dignity? By working together, we can strive for a future where everyone has reliable access to nutritious food. How can we ensure our community experiences food security? Thrive Community Support Circle focuses on enhancing community well-being and supporting individuals at every stage of life. We offer hot meals every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 am, and we engage with community members by offering information that enables access to other available resources. For more information, please visit our website at https://lnkd.in/eVTbnmH Together, we can reduce hunger and cultivate healthier, happier communities. 💚 Sources: Food Matters Manitoba, PROOF (University of Toronto) #ThriveCommunitySupportCircle #FoodInsecurity #FoodSecurity

Hey, did you know that the demand for food at our local food pantries has increased 112% over the last two years?!? #Foodinsecurity is a real problem in our communities. See the article below in The CAP Times with information from WayForward Resources, The River Food Pantry, and other local area food pantries on real statistics and how we can help. #communityimpact https://lnkd.in/gpCgFAAm

How does Bargain Grocery address food insecurity in the community? Food insecurity is a hot topic right now because more people are struggling to afford groceries. It has also become a pressing political issue on voters’ minds. While many are discussing solutions in think tanks, we have been real-life practitioners for 25 years, running a successful supermarket that addresses food insecurity on two levels. First, Bargain Grocery is strategically located in a food desert, ensuring that even those without reliable transportation can access affordable, nutritious food. While multi-billion-dollar corporations are leaving these NEGLECTED NEIGHBORHOODS, we have built and successfully operated Bargain Grocery, committed to keeping prices low, especially on HEALTHY, NUTRIOUS FOODS LIKE fresh fruits and vegetables, so families can stretch their food dollars further. Second, every purchase at Bargain Grocery helps fund Compassion Coalition. In 2024 alone, we have reinvested $70 million in products—clothing, diapers, personal hygiene items, furniture, toys, food, and fresh produce—into supporting our local community, NYC, New York State, and the Northeast, all without any ongoing outside funding other than from Bargain Grocery. Our work goes beyond just business; it’s about empowering the community and providing sustainable solutions.

Food insecurity is a growing challenge, affecting millions worldwide. At XP Eats, we're committed to 'Delivering food and hope to those in need.' Here are five impactful ways to tackle this issue: 1. **Community Gardens:** By supporting local gardens, we can secure fresh produce for those in need and strengthen community bonds. 2. **Reduce Food Waste:** Targeting food waste in our homes, restaurants, and grocery stores allows us to redirect surplus to those struggling with hunger. 3. **Policy Advocacy:** Strong food policies at all levels of government are essential for ensuring equitable access to nutritious meals. 4. **Public Education:** Raising awareness on food insecurity and nutrition empowers communities to make informed choices and support local food programs. 5. **Leverage Technology:** The XP Eats app facilitates seamless delivery of food to those in need, connecting them with local food banks and pantries—all delivered to their doorstep. Help us drive change and make a significant impact on combating food insecurity. Join XP Eats' mission today. #DeliveringFoodAndHope #FoodSecurity #XPEats

Did you know that the Helping Hands Solutions Team does street outreach to connect with unhoused individuals in the area? One of the tools staff use are Street Outreach bags that consist of non-food life essentials (hygiene products, etc.) and no-cook, high calorie foods to support the health of these individuals who live with food insecurity every day. Our supply of food for these Street Outreach bags is running low and you can help by purchasing something off our Amazon food wish list (and designating it for "outreach") or dropping off food like what is listed below to the warehouse (and informing staff it's for "outreach"): -Liquid IV packs -Meat sticks -Crackers -Nuts -Tuna, chicken, sardines, etc. -Granola bars See the Amazon wish list here: https://ow.ly/SwMt50SFFTe . You can email the Solutions Team directly at SolutionsAdmin@helpinghandsfoodbank.org #streetoutreach #unhoused #homelessness #community #helpinghands #helpinghandsfoodbank #hunger #health #foodbank