Action Alert Join us at City Hall Tuesday, January 31, to help support the growth of urban agriculture in Worcester. City Councilor Sarai Rivera is requesting that the City Manager update the Council on progress toward releasing a draft of the city’s proposed Urban Agriculture Ordinance, which was originally proposed in 2014. Our city councilors […]
An Open Letter to Mass Lawmakers – Protect SNAP and Hunger Programs
On December 12, 2016, the SNAP Coalition sent this open letter to Massachusetts lawmakers urging them to protect SNAP and other anti-hunger programs in the coming months. The letter was co-signed by 103 organizations in the state. We were proud to add our signature and show our support for these vital programs that help so […]
A Message from Tom Colicchio About Food Policy
Everyone eats, and they’re counting on us. Food Policy Action founder Tom Colicchio shared his renewed commitment to pushing for good food policy in the light of the recent election. We share that commitment, and he speaks our values so clearly that we’re sharing his letter with you. Friends, If you’re like me and many […]
Swiss Chard and Cheddar Quiche
Hunger Doesn’t Take Vacations – Summer Food Programs Rock
Hunger doesn’t take a vacation when schools let out. That’s why the USDA’s Summer Food Service Program is vitally important to helping combat food insecurity in Worcester. One of our favorite #FoodChampions is at the DNC this week, but Rep. Jim McGovern hasn’t let the politicking stop him from reaching out and learning about how […]