We frequently share articles on our Facebook page that relate to food policy and other anti-hunger issues in some way or other, but we know that sometimes those pieces slip by in the rush of other news. That’s why we’re rounding up a handful of pieces we shared – and some that slipped by us […]
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Urban Farming – 10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know
Urban farming is a hot topic in a wide range of discussions, from reducing greenhouse emissions to community revitalization. While urban agriculture may seem like a relatively new topic for Worcester, the idea of growing food in cities has a long history – and a good deal of research behind it. Check out these 10 […]
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Action Alert: Stop Cuts to Food Programs!
Help Stop Cuts to Food Programs! Call your senator and congressional rep today and tell them to Stop Cuts to Food Programs Last week, the Trump administration released its budget proposal which contains deep cuts to several food programs. These programs form a vital backbone to the effort to end hunger among our neighbors. The […]
Action Alert: Increase Funding for Emergency Food
The State Senate has released its budget proposal for FY18 and we’re asking you to step up and help us move toward being a Hunger-Free community. These three emergency food and food access programs are key pieces in the fight to increase access to healthy food for all members of our community. Three Amendments to […]