Podcasts about fighting hunger

Send us a textShavene Butler shares his journey from Arizona State University to Hurricane City Council candidate, discussing how his past struggles with addiction and legal troubles shaped his perspective on community service and second chances.• Arizona native who found a fresh start in Hurricane with his wife Emily after reconnecting through Facebook• Believes local government is where you can make the most impact for your community• Wants to balance economic growth with preserving Hurricane's small-town character and beauty• Concerned that many residents' children can't afford to live in Hurricane due to housing costsFind Shavene Butler on Facebook under his name or his political page "Dems versus me." Make your voice heard in the 2025 municipal elections by visiting VoteSTG.com to learn about all candidates across Washington County.[0:00:00] Introduction to 2025 Municipal Elections[0:00:54] Meeting Shavene Butler[0:06:21] From Privilege to Prison: A Personal Journey[0:12:04] Finding Hurricane and a Fresh Start[0:18:12] Running for City Council & Leadership Views[0:23:14] Growth vs. Preservation in Hurricane[0:30:20] Fighting Hunger and Serving the Community[0:34:09] Election Information and Closing

Join Chris Orme as he speaks with Andy Harrington, Executive Director of the Canadian Foodgrains Bank (CFGB). With 37 years in international development, Andy shares how CFGB, a partnership of 15 Christian denominations, works to end global hunger through emergency food relief and long-term development. He recounts impactful stories from Rwanda and Ethiopia, illustrating how simple interventions save lives and restore dignity. Andy passionately counters cynicism, emphasizing that empathy and action are crucial in addressing the immense challenge of food insecurity."Empathy is not a sin. It is what we are called to as Christians and I will fight that one to the death with any conversation with anyone. The question isn't: why should we? It's: we are called to and why shouldn't we?"Canadian Foodgrains Bank: https://foodgrainsbank.ca/Transcript: https://www.crcna.org/do-justice/power-care-fighting-hunger-cynical-world

Being mindful of folks who are in need of food is no doubt an important calling. That's why for the past decade or more Shooting Hunger has been an effort to fight hunger in Tennessee.

There's a lot of food out there that's perfectly good to eat, but, for whatever reason, isn't easily sold. Perhaps it has bruises, it's *just* past the expiration date, or the packaging is off. Meals made for big functions often just end up in the trash if no one comes to consume them. Spoonfuls in Newton, a "food recovery" service, works each and every day to track down consumables that are destined for the landfill and redirect them to people in need around the Commonwealth. Erin Keohane, the Chief Advancement Officer at Spoonfuls, talks with Nichole about their process, why their services are needed more now than ever, and the roadblocks they're dealing with involving federal funding and support.

This month, Project SHARE marks a major milestone: 40 years of nourishing the Carlisle community and awakening hope for those experiencing food insecurity. Since its founding in 1985, the organization has grown from a centralized food distribution initiative into a multifaceted support network addressing both immediate needs and long-term stability.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we sit down with Loree Jones Brown, CEO of Philabundance, to discuss the organization's 40th anniversary and the mounting challenges in the fight against hunger. As federal funding cuts slash critical food programs and inflation drives grocery prices higher, Philabundance is doubling down on its mission to feed communities across Southeastern PA and Southern NJ. Hear how the loss of programs like LFPA and TEFAP could mean over 1.1 million fewer meals—and what we can all do to help.

Dana In The Morning Highlights 4/2Houston's Tilman Fertitta ranks #220 with a net work of $11.3 billionSales of Chik-fil-A cookies this month will used to help food insecure HoustoniansSiblings who shared a room as kids - are closer when they become adults

Asmeret Berhe-Lumax is the founder of One Love Community Fridge, a network of ten community refrigerators across New York City and Seattle working to eradicate food insecurity. Its work is more urgent than ever, and it's so special to have Asmeret into the studio to talk about fighting hunger and the stigma associated with it, and about One Love Community Fridge's big plans for expansion. Also on the show we have the big grocery news of the week. Poppi was acquired by Pepsi and we're joined by Andrea Hernández of Snaxshot to talk about what this means for the better-for-you soda wars.Do you enjoy This Is TASTE? Drop us a review on Apple, or star us on Spotify. We'd love to hear from you. READ MORE:Woman Helps Feed Thousands by Putting Refrigerators Full of Nutritious Food into Communities [ABC]Pepsi Acquiring Poppi [Snaxshot]See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Second Harvest Northland will celebrate finishing the first phase of a newly-renovated food bank Thursday in Duluth.The organization serves 15 counties in northern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin in an area spanning more than 27,000 square miles. They first identified the need for a larger facility in 2019. Through a fundraising program called "Nourish the Northland," they raised $20 million to revitalize the food bank. Second Harvest Northland CEO and President Shaye Moris joins MPR News host Nina Moini to talk about what's next for the food bank.

In this episode, we sit down with the Lori Dykstra, CEO ofFeeding South Dakota, the state's largest hunger-relief organization, to discuss their mission, programs, and the ongoing fight to end food insecurity. From innovative programs to community partnerships, this inspiring conversation highlights how Feeding South Dakota is making a tangible impact on the lives of thousands of families and individuals.The scope of food insecurity in South Dakota and the challenges faced by rural communities.How Feeding South Dakota distributes millions of pounds of food annually to those in need.The role of volunteers, donors, and partnerships in their mission to alleviate hunger.Insights into the organization's Mobile Food Pantry, Backpack Program, and other key initiatives.How you can get involved and make a difference.Feeding South Dakota is a vital lifeline for individuals and families facing hunger across the state. With locations in Sioux Falls, Pierre, and Rapid City, the organization works tirelessly to provide food and hope to those in need. Learn more about their impactful work atfeedingsouthdakota.org.Donate: Every dollar helps provide meals to those in need.Volunteer: Make a difference by joining their team of dedicated volunteers.Advocate: Spread the word about hunger in South Dakota and support policies to address food insecurity.Website:feedingsouthdakota.orgSocial Media:Facebook,Instagram,Twitter

Today's episode is produced in partnership with the CGIAR Research Initiative on Fragility, Conflict, and Migration for a series that examines what works to improve the well-being of people in Fragile and Conflict-Affected Settings. CGIAR is a global partnership that unites international organizations engaged in research about food security. We are calling this series “From Fragility to Stability,” and in today's episode, we examine how a novel school milk program in Yemen is fighting food insecurity and achieving other impressive results. You will hear from: Adeeb Qasem, Director for Economic Development Initiatives at the HSA Group Lily Bliznashka, a research fellow at the Nutrition, Diets, and Health Unit at the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)  

From Fighting Hunger to Inspiring Change, A Conversation with Aarushi Batra, Co-Founder of  @RobinHoodArmy. . In this heartfelt episode of WedFM India, we are joined by the incredible Aarushi Batra, the co-founder of the Robin Hood Army (RHA), A zero-fund volunteer organisation transforming lives by fighting hunger and food waste. Aarushi shares the inspiring story behind RHA and how they've created a global movement, one meal at a time. From their unique process to the challenges of operating without funds, Aarushi takes us through the inner workings of RHA, the story behind its name, and how this grassroots organization continues to thrive on community spirit. Learn how they decide where to run drives, their efforts during the pandemic, and their initiative to educate communities alongside feeding them. We also dive deep into: - Tackling food wastage at weddings and other events. - The Robin Hood Academy and its vision. - The root causes of hunger in India and how food banks play a role. - How you can contribute to this mission without being a part of RHA. - The power of community support and technology in reducing hunger. - Aarushi's biggest fears, daily motivations, and ultimate goals for RHA. This episode will leave you inspired and hopeful for a better future where we collectively fight hunger, reduce food waste, and empower communities. Tune in now to be part of this inspiring journey! Connect with Shanaya Arora - ( / shanayaaroraa ) Connect with WedFm India - ( / wedfmindia ) Connect with RHA - ( / rha_india ) RHA's website - https://robinhoodarmy.com/

Dive into a thought-provoking podcast with Michael Flood, President & CEO of the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, as he shares innovative solutions to combat hunger and uplift communities. Hosted by Sankhya, this episode highlights the power of leadership and collective action in driving meaningful change. Tune into TALRadioEnglish on Apple Podcast, Spotify. Host : Saankhya Guest : Michael Flood, President & CEO of the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank You can Reach Michael Flood @ lafoodbank.org #TALRadioEnglish #FightingHunger #HelpingHearts #CommunityImpact #LeadershipInAction #EndHunger #BetterFutures #InspireChange #FoodForAll #MakeADifference #TouchALife #TALRadio

About the Show:"I'm a CPA by trade, and my background was in audit and doing financial analysis."Bret RaymondAbout the Guest:Bret Raymond is the co-founder and CEO of PacShack and the General Manager of Neighborly Food Co. With a foundational career as a CPA focused on audit and financial analysis, Bret's life changed dramatically through his international experiences in Romania and Africa, notably in Uganda and Rwanda. These experiences in sustainable economic development and malnutrition treatment inspired his transition into food production. Through his work with Manna Nutrition and the Pack Shack, Bret has championed local and global initiatives to address food insecurity, reaching significant milestones such as producing 50 million meals. He is now paving new paths in retail with Neighborly, a mission-driven food company dedicated to producing nutritious, culturally infused rice and bean meals while supporting local communities.Episode Summary:In this engaging episode of the I Am Northwest Arkansas® podcast, host Randy Wilburn sits down with Bret Raymond, CEO of PacShack and General Manager of Neighborly, to explore the journey from CPA to impact-driven entrepreneur in the food industry. The episode unveils how Bret's transformative experiences in Uganda and Rwanda fueled his mission to combat food insecurity through the Pack Shack, ultimately leading to Neighborly Food Co., a socially conscious food brand. With a focus on providing affordable, allergen-free, and flavor-infused rice and bean meals, Bret discusses how Neighborly aims to revolutionize the staple foods market while dedicating 100% of its profits to feeding neighbors in need, resembling the impact model of Newman's Own.As Bret outlines his strategic growth from local beginnings at Ozark Natural Foods to gaining shelf space in Walmart stores, listeners gain insight into the persistent innovations behind Neighborly's products. Highlighting both the rewarding and daunting aspects of retail entry, Bret emphasizes the importance of community support, local sourcing, and an unwavering commitment to quality and taste. The conversation also delves into the entrepreneurial spirit fostered by Northwest Arkansas, underscoring how the region's wealth of CPG expertise and its community-driven ethos provided Bret with a fertile ground for launching and scaling mission-driven ventures like Neighborly.Key Takeaways:Bret Raymond's career transition from CPA in financial analysis to mission-driven entrepreneur began with impactful international experiences in Romania and Africa, leading to sustainable food solutions through PacShack and Neighborly.The Pack Shack has provided over 50 million meals addressing food insecurity, demonstrating community-centric solutions for local and global hunger.Neighborly Food Co. offers clean-label, plant-based meals aimed at introducing diverse global flavors through everyday staples while committing 100% of profits to support local communities.Access to resources and expertise in Northwest Arkansas enables CPG entrepreneurs to innovate and succeed, as evidenced by Neighborly's path from a local favorite to securing Walmart distribution.

While we often feel the urge during the holiday season to donate more to charity than we usually would, food insecurity doesn't care what time of the year it is. It's a major issue here in Massachusetts, and food banks around the Commonwealth are really feeling the stretch. Thousands of families in Western Massachusetts alone are struggling to put healthy food on the table each and every day, and the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts in Chicopee is a crucial part of the pipeline to make sure as many people as possible get access to nutritious meals. Executive Director Andrew Morehouse talks with Nichole about their efforts and shares details about how you can help them keep going.

Listen to today's podcast... Tis the season to think about what we are thankful for. It is also a perfect time to share our compassion. Being grateful is the number one personality trait that leads to happiness. And being compassionate to others has been found to be protective to our own mental health. Within our communities there are many who are experiencing homelessness and hunger. No one should have to worry about whether they will have food on their plate or a roof over their head. But the reality is that hunger and homelessness are widespread problems that affect far too many people. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Here Are Today's Tips For Building Your Resiliency And Celebrating National Hunger And Homeless Awareness Week: Practice daily gratitude. What are you thankful for? Show compassion. Find ways to contribute to supporting those facing the challenges of homelessness and hunger. 6 children a minute are dying from a hunger-related disease, but this is not just in famine-stricken countries. 1 in 5 children in the US live in poverty and 1 in 8 families in Canada struggle to put food on the table. These families live in a state of food insecurity, which means they do not have reliable access to adequate amounts of safe, good-quality, nutritious food. Food banks are an important method of addressing this need. They may not be best solution, but they are necessary right now. So consider donating or volunteering. Don't forget that you can find more tips for coping with mental health issues, by checking out my Live Smart Blog at worksmartlivesmart.com #mentalhealth #hr #hunger #homeless

I am pleased to welcome Councilwoman Cindy McCoy to Nurah Speaks.  Councilwoman McCoy is on a noble mission to end hunger in her community and she is working on that via her non profit ‘McCoys Stop the Hunger Food and Mobile Pantry'. McCoy's Stop the Hunger is a 501(c)(3) organization functioning as a food and mobile pantry that works with the community to address food insecurity and provide nutritious options to residents in need.  Councilwoman McCoy will be hosting her first Walk/Run-a-thon November 9, 2024 to not only bring the community together but also fundraise to continue the work. On episode 244 of the podcast, Councilwoman McCoy shares how she first began working in service to her community and her upcoming event. To learn more about McCoys Stop the Hunger Food and Mobile Pantry and to register for the Walk/Run-a-thon see the links below: Walk/Run-a-thon: Donate:https://go.dojiggy.io/stop-the-hunger/Campaign/Details Location: Cooper River Park, Intersection North Park & Airport Drive, Pennsauken, NJ 08109. Date: November 09, 2024 @ 09:00am – 1:00pm McCoys Stop the Hunger Food and Mobile Pantry:  https://mccoys-stop-the-hunger-food-and-mobile-pantry.webnode.page/ If you would like to engage with the Nurah Speaks podcast, submit your listener questions or topic suggestions to info@NurahSpeaks.com.  Listeners can also learn more about Nurah by visiting her website:  NurahSpeaks.com. Follow Nurah Speaks @NurahSpeaksPodcast on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To bring Nurah as a speaker at your next event, email info@NurahSpeaks.com. Remember, don't just Join the Movement, Be the Movement!

What if your family had to choose between paying for groceries or healthcare? For many in the US, this painful dilemma is a harsh reality. In today's episode, we're joined by Kyle Waide, President and CEO of the Atlanta Community Food Bank, to unpack the staggering 50 percent increase in demand for food assistance over the past two years. Rising inflation and financial strain have left countless families, even those juggling multiple jobs, struggling to put food on the table. Bishop Wright and Kyle have a conversation about the broader economic landscape of the US, the unwavering support of volunteers, and the faith based organization that stand alongside the growing work of the Atlanta Community Food Bank. Listen in for the full conversation.Learn more about the Atlanta Community Food Bank here. As President and CEO of the Atlanta Community Food Bank, Kyle Waide leads one of the largest hunger relief organizations in the U.S. Working with a network of 700 community-based nonprofit organizations across 29 Georgia counties, Kyle and his team facilitate the distribution of $250 million in food and resources each year to approximately 700,000 neighbors facing food insecurity. During his tenure, Kyle has led the Food Bank through a decade of dramatic growth and expansion, quadrupling its annual output while launching multiple innovative initiatives to expand food access and increase food security.Prior to joining the Food Bank, Kyle held several management roles at The Home Depot Inc. in disaster relief, corporate responsibility, community affairs and store operations. He also previously served as a founding member of the team that created and launched Charity Navigator, the nation's premier charity evaluation service. Kyle is a graduate of Harvard University and an alumnus of Teach For America. Kyle and his family attend All Saints' Episcopal Church in Atlanta.Support the Show.

On the MoneyTalk show or mission has long been to serve the community by promoting financial education, but we also like to acknowledge the organizations out there serving the health and welfare of our community directly every day. Nathan invites to the show Meghan Grady, Executive Director of Meals On Wheels of RI, to discuss the important work being done by their organization to improve the lives of those who need it most. Also on MoneyTalk, judging tail risk hedging strategies.Host: Nathan Beauvais, CFP®, CIMA®; Guest: Meghan Grady; Air Date: 5/17/2024. Have a question for the hosts? Visit sowafinancial.com/moneytalk-radio to join the conversation!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the MoneyTalk show or mission has long been to serve the community by promoting financial education, but we also like to acknowledge the organizations out there serving the health and welfare of our community directly every day. Nathan invites to the show Meghan Grady, Executive Director of Meals On Wheels of RI, to discuss the important work being done by their organization to improve the lives of those who need it most. Also on MoneyTalk, judging tail risk hedging strategies.Host: Nathan Beauvais, CFP®, CIMA®; Guest: Meghan Grady; Air Date: 5/17/2024. Have a question for the hosts? Visit sowafinancial.com/moneytalk-radio to join the conversation!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we sit down with LaVal Brewer, a beacon of hope from South County Outreach. LaVal's journey, from his early days at the YMCA to being named one of Orange County's 125 most influential people, is nothing short of inspirational. Dive deep with us as they share stories of overcoming hardships, the power of influence for good, and the relentless pursuit of helping those in need. Sit back and get ready to be inspired by real people who remind us of the strength in community and the impact of giving back. Connect with us to hear more stories that inspire and uplift us all. Listen, engage, and be part of our growing community. Enjoy! #SouthCountyOutreach #NeighborlyLove #BibleStudy #SupportNetwork #CommunityResilience CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Intro 2:08 - Positive Influence Strategies 6:06 - Representing Your Organization 10:48 - Overcoming Stereotypes Effectively 15:16 - Faith and Leadership 21:04 - Servant Leadership Example 23:50 - The Power of Acknowledgment 26:04 - Addressing Negative Feedback 31:50 - South County Outreach Introduction 35:35 - Fighting Hunger and Homelessness 38:58 - Passion in Nonprofit Work 39:40 - Skills in Nonprofit Sector 45:50 - Nonprofit Challenges Discussion 49:20 - Supporting South County Outreach 51:46 - The Ambulance Down in the Valley Story 53:00 - Prevention vs. Intervention in Social Work 55:55 - Importance of Early Intervention 58:07 - Contacting LaVal 1:03:21 - LaVal's Personal Motivations Youcan reach LaVal on his LinkedIn page at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lavalbrewer/ You can visit South County Outreach at https://www.sco-oc.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fromthehart/message

America currently faces chronic food insecurity and many families across the country struggle with hunger every day. Dairy products are nutrient-dense, and increasing access to affordable options can increase food security for those struggling the most. This week on The Dairy Download, we are joined by two guests who are working to increase access to dairy with the Healthy Fluid Milk Incentives (HFMI) program. HFMI projects provide SNAP beneficiaries with a dollar-for-dollar match when they purchase healthy fluid milk options.Alicia Powers, managing director for Auburn University's Hunger Solutions Institute, and Becky Bronkema, director of merchandising for dairy and frozen foods at Meijer, dive into how this program is being implemented across the country, and how it can expand in the future.If your company is interested in sponsoring a block of episodes of The Dairy Download, contact IDFA's Melissa Lembke at mlembke@idfa.org.Like the show? Rate The Dairy Download on Apple Podcasts!

Steve Collins is a medical doctor with a PhD in Nutrition, who has spent the last 35 years fighting malnutrition and starvation in the developing world. Steve has witnessed a lot of progress made in this area but unfortunately, he has also seen a reversing of that progress in recent years with global hunger levels starting to rise again.In this thought-provoking episode of Food Done Right, Steve talks about why this is happening and what needs to be done about it; the complexities between the World Health Organisation, the Irish government and the dairy farmer; and why he is growing Aronia Berries on the hills of West Cork. We also explore the intricate web of challenges and solutions at the nexus of food sustainability and global hunger, as Steve Collins shares his wealth of knowledge and experience.

Cornerstone Baptist Church in Dallas takes a multifaceted approach to fighting hunger in the food-desert community it serves, persevering amid rising inflation and greater need. An AdelFi study conducted by Lifeway Research found that having a Christian worldview impacts the way young adults (ages 25-40) manage their money, which is most evident in that Christians give nearly three times as much money as non-Christians. And, prayer is a great resource for helping someone who is hurting.

Helping out a Gluten Free Food Pantry is a great activity in honor of Giving Tuesday. There are a handful across the country that could use our help! Gluten Free and allergy-friendly foods can cost up to 450% more then their counterpart products. This means that for some individuals and families, a medical diagnosis requiring a gluten free diet can lead to a severe financial strain. Gluten free food is rarely available at food pantries, leaving few options for getting affordable, safe hunger relief. Low – income individuals are often forced to choose between health and hunger. Thankfully, a few gluten free, allergy-friendly food banks have opened across the country to address this need. Please consider helping one of the dedicated food pantries that serve those living with food scarcity and a dietary restrictions.S.A.F.E. Food Pantry: Columbia, MDThe Rachel Way Food Pantry: Plymouth Meeting, PAFood Equality Initiative: Kansas City, MOGluten Free Food Bank (run by the National Celiac Organization): Newton, MAMend Hunger Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan announced a large investment by the state in food shelves and was joined by Second Harvest Heartland's Allison O'Toole to talk about their commitment to fighting hunger.

Hour 1: Jason talked about self-checkout lines and locked up items at Target. Then he was joined by Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Allison O'Toole from Second Harvest Heartland to talk about the state's investment in fighting hunger. And Surly Brewing is raising money for Second Harvest too. Head Brewer Ben Smith joined the show with details

Julie Butner shares how Tarrant Area Food Bank in Fort Worth, Texas has been empowering their local community to alleviate hunger for over 40 years, and their special relationship with military and Veteran families in the area. They are making a difference in the lives of those in need, while continuing to develop innovative practices to expand their network of support.    This podcast is made possible by generous funding from the Mountain Post Spouses' Club. To learn more, visit https://www.mpsc.us/.    Audio mixing by Concentus Media, Inc., Temple, Texas.    Show Notes:  Resources:  https://tafb.org/    https://tafb.org/hunger-heroes/    https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank  Type in your zip code to locate the nearest Food Bank, and then click “Find Food” for a list of food pantries and partner organizations.    https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program    Bio:  Julie Butner is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Tarrant Area Food Bank, where she provides executive leadership, fund development, board management, and financial management for one of the largest food acquisition and distribution organizations in the U.S. Julie leads efforts to fulfill Tarrant Area Food Bank's mission to “empower communities to eliminate hunger and improve health.” Through the support of 125 employees and a $130m budget, this year TAFB distributed more than 60 million nutritious meals, over 1,000,000 meals weekly, to the TAFB service area, which includes Tarrant county and 12 surrounding counties, Bosque, Cooke, Denton, Erath, Hamilton, Hill, Hood, Johnson, Palo Pinto, Parker, Somervell and Wise.   Prior to joining the Tarrant Area Food Bank in January 2020, Julie spent most of her career working in the healthcare and hospitality industries, specifically focused on food and nutrition, and has held a variety of leadership positions in operations and business development. Julie also served as a Captain in the United States Army during Operation Desert Storm.   Julie graduated from Texas Christian University with a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Coordinated Dietetics and holds a Master of Science in Food Systems Management with an emphasis in Health Promotion from the University of Oklahoma. Julie is a Registered, Licensed Dietitian.   Julie has served the community through leadership roles in many organizations including Rotary Club, Executive Women's Day PGA Tour Charles Schwab Challenge, Texas   Christian University, Fort Worth Circle Theatre, Leadership Fort Worth, Delta Gamma Fraternity, Leukemia Society, The Cowtown Marathon, and Fort Worth Sister Cities.   In her spare time, Julie enjoys tennis, running, yoga, golf, and travel with her husband of 30 years, Greg, and their two Labradors.  

Edi Abeneto is food shelf supervisor at Feeding Chittenden, a Burlington-based nonprofit that focuses on hunger relief and serves more than 12,000 people every year. Abeneto has worked at the organization for more than 17 years. He speaks six languages, and among other duties, he facilitates communication and provides interpretation for visitors from a wide range of backgrounds.Over time, he said he's built up trust with visitors that help him connect them to whatever help they need. “I was able to break down the barriers to food access, you know, and while building trust and communication with the new Americans,” Abeneto said. “So every time they see me here, I can say, be more comfortable because I speak the languages, you know, I give them more information about what we're doing.Host Sam Gale Rosen talked to Abeneto about some of what his work involves.

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Marcus Walker, Executive Director of Daily Bread Ministries, who shares his personal story of growing up in Texas and being called into ministry, serving overseas and meeting his wife from Switzerland, starting their family and moving back home to San Antonio to serve with the nonprofit organization that works with over 100 ministry partners who help distribute over $10 million dollars' worth of food annually.  During the interview, Marcus talks about having a Swiss wedding and how serving overseas helped reframe his appreciation for the acts of service that happen behind the scenes to create success in life, work, and marriage. He talks about his faith and family and how that creates a strong foundation for his work as Executive Director of Daily Bread Ministries, and then highlights the nonprofit organization's mission, model and efforts to equip their ministry partners to truly help the people they serve through food distribution and training. Daily Bread Ministries focuses on repairing broken relationships to address the Root Cause of Poverty. Marcus details some of their educational programs and some of their plans for the very near future, talks about their facilities and volunteer opportunities and how the community can support their efforts. He also shares a number of important lessons learned, including "the good things that are in us need to be drawn out." It's an interview that will inspire you and help guide you to power the GOOD in your community!  About Marcus Walker: Marcus Walker is the Executive Director of Daily Bread Ministries in San Antonio, Texas. Marcus' journey into ministry began 25 years ago as a youth pastor in a local church, from there he felt called to become a missionary serving oversees in Europe and Africa. In 2011 God called Marcus and his family back home to San Antonio where he has faithfully served in a variety of roles at Daily Bread before taking over as the Executive Director in 2021. Marcus is happily married to his wife Doris and is the proud father of his 15-year-old son Noah.

Last week, officials with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced a combined donation of $44 million to a number of nonprofit organizations dealing with global hunger. “No humanitarian effort is more foundational to Christ's church than feeding the hungry,” Relief Society President Camille Johnson, head of the faith's global women's organization, said in a news release. “We are grateful to have the means to collaborate with wonderful organizations and provide relief to children and young mothers in dire need.” But what about starving Latter-day Saint children, specifically, in developing countries? After seeing hungry kids at church during his Latter-day Saint mission to Ecuador, Las Vegas physician Brad Walker returned decades later and launched the Liahona Children's Foundation to provide a “caloric and vitamin supplement” to those suffering from malnutrition. It began small but now his nonprofit — which changed its name two years ago to the Bountiful Children's Foundation — actively serves “nearly 20,000 children and many of their mothers in 16 countries,” according to its website, and is working with the church's division over humanitarian services for members. Walker says church brass also asked Johnson, the women's leader, to tackle the problem worldwide — without giving her a staff, budget or direction on how to do so. So those needs remain great. Walker says, with emotion, that some six children a day die of starvation somewhere in the world. On this week's show, he explains those needs and how this new collaboration with the church is working — and sometimes not working.

In this episode, Ben and Jeff meet with David Lapp, a remarkable individual and an inspiring journey of faith and service. Growing up in a large Amish family in New Holland, PA, David and his family moved to a dairy farm in Indiana during his early teens and in 2006, he moved his own growing family back to Lancaster, PA. David is one of the founders of Blessings of Hope and served on the board for six years as treasurer. Then in 2018, David stepped into the role of CEO, allowing Aaron to focus on crucial management aspects like marketing, development, and fundraising.His exceptional skill set, encompassing IT knowledge, operational management, logistics expertise, and financial and administrative acumen, proved to be an invaluable asset to Blessings of Hope. Under David's guidance, the organization reached new heights in delivering aid and support to those in need.Tune in on the conversation with David as he reminds us all of the power of faith, compassion, and the transformative impact of serving others selflessly. 

What can Alteryx for Good not accomplish? We have yet to answer that question ourselves! Chris Williams, CTO at Precision Analytics Group, joins us for a discussion on the position analytic analysis holds in elevating nonprofit organizations. Chris shares some use cases he has encountered during his work in the field, as well as his experience working with Alteryx for Good.Show notes – 70: Mapping solutions: using Alteryx to serve community food banksAlteryx for GoodPrecision Analytics GroupUnited Way 211 programSox Box: Foodbank managerPrecision Analytics GroupNonprofits mentioned:Sabil USASecond Harvest Food BankOregon Change Clinic

The ocean is key to food security as the main source of protein for more than a billion people. Some 600 million worldwide depend on fisheries and aquaculture for their livelihoods.As hunger continues to spread around the world, urgent efforts are needed to safeguard the ocean and ensure that it continues to provide food for a growing global population, in a sustainable way.Ahead of Thursday's World Oceans Day, Manuel Barange, Director of the Food and Aquaculture Division of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), has been talking to FAO's Michele Zaccheo about the promise of aquaculture, or farming in water, and how the ocean is an essential part of the solution to the interlinked issues of poverty, malnutrition, food security and climate change.

Katherine Franco has experienced food insecurity in her own life. She spent the first ten years of her life in the Dominican Republic, where she said members of the community always watched out for each other and ensured no one went hungry. “And then coming here (to the U.S.), my mom didn't have much,” Franco said. “(It was) just my mom, her two kids — we were having issues with housing. My mom had to work overnight, all the time. It was just like, we would get what she could give us.” That experience of going without pushed her toward helping others in need. “I want to be able to build a space where people who are struggling from food insecurity can have access to these healthy foods because there are so many things that take into effect when you're not properly being fed,” she said. “Like mental health issues — being overweight comes with a bunch of other issues. So I just want to be part of the movement that brings that resource to people that really need it.” That desire to help others led Franco to start the Neighborhood Fridge. The fridge sits behind the Laundromart, 5065 Edgewater Drive, and is accessible 24/7. “The goal was to target underserved communities,” Franco said. “And then I thought of like, ‘Who do I know that owns a business?' And I thought if my friend Sean (Nelson). I was like, ‘Oh, my gosh, a laundromat would be great.'” Nelson and his family own the laundromat and agreed to host the Neighborhood Fridge. “We need to try and give back as much as we can and not just think about ourselves,” Nelson said in February when the fridge first opened. “The goal was to target underserved communities,” Franco said. “And then I thought of like, ‘Who do I know that owns a business?' And I thought if my friend Sean (Nelson). I was like, ‘Oh, my gosh, a laundromat would be great.'” Nelson and his family own the laundromat and agreed to host the Neighborhood Fridge. “We need to try and give back as much as we can and not just think about ourselves,” Nelson said in February when the fridge first opened. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Survivors of decades of conflict in the Horn of Africa have told the UN how hunger and drought have finally uprooted them from their homes.To help 3.3 million people who've been displaced in Somalia, Ethiopia and Kenya, the UN refugee agency, UNHCR, issued an urgent appeal this week for $137 million.And although famine was narrowly prevented last year, the humanitarian outlook for 2023 is extremely uncertain, as the agency's Olga Sarrado tells UN News's Daniel Johnson.

Sue Zelickson calls to discuss the lows of not being able to eat as well as how inflation has only worsened the fight against hunger. Former Vikings and Buccaneers TE Kyle Rudolph calls in to discuss the common sense and simplicity in keeping people fed. 

Believe it or not, the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution is right around the corner. On this episode, Devin and Lauren discuss how some state agencies and communities are preparing for the big event (from 2025-2033), and how local historians can make the most of the commemoration. We also highlight a pair of William G. Pomeroy Foundation programs designed to recognize sites of the Revolution and patriot burials. Programs of Focus: Patriot Burials, Revolutionary America, LaFayette Trail Guests: Daniel Mackay, deputy commissioner for historic preservation at the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation A New York Minute In History is a production of the New York State Museum, WAMC, and Archivist Media, with support from the William G. Pomeroy Foundation. This episode was produced by Jesse King. Our theme is "Begrudge" by Darby. Further Reading: American Association for State and Local History, The Field Guide for the Semiquincentennial: Making History at 250(2021) Michael D. Hattem, Past and Prologue: Politics and Memory in the American Revolution (2020) Alan Taylor, American Revolutions: A Continental History, 1750-1804 (2016) Rachel Herrmann, No Useless Mouth: Waging War and Fighting Hunger in the American Revolution (2019) Teaching Resources: Consider the Source, New York Learning Activities Fort Ticonderoga, Lesson Plans American Revolution Museum, Teacher Resource Guides PBS, Revolution and the New Nation Teacher Resources Follow Along Devin: Welcome to A New York Minute in History. I'm Devin lander, the New York state historian. Lauren: And I'm Lauren Roberts, the historian for Saratoga County. This month, instead of focusing on an individual marker, we're going to talk about two different marker programs offered by the William G. Pomeroy Foundation that focus on the upcoming 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. The dates of the Revolution are generally understood to be 1775-1783, which recognizes [the battles of] Lexington and Concord as the start of the American Revolution, and the signing of the Treaty of Paris as the end of the war. Certainly, there are other important events that actually happened before 1775 that are worth commemorating. We're only about a year away from the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party. But as far as the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, those dates are 2025-2033. De

Rick Nahmias is the founder and CEO of Food Forward, and an award winning photographer and writer who is focused on the faces and stories of marginalized communities. He is an internationally recognized speaker on food justice and social innovation issues and his work has been profiled in dozens of media outlets. Tune in to learn more about: The story on how Food Forward was born; How Food Forward recovers fruits and vegetables that would have been wasted from backyard fruit trees, public orchards, farmers markets, and the downtown Los Angeles Wholesale Produce Market and distributes them to marginalized communities; How 250,000 pounds of fresh produce a day is being collected and distributed; About “The Migrant Project”; Why eating healthy is a way out of poverty for marginalized and underserved communities.  To learn more about Rick Nahmias and Food Forward go to www.foodforward.org.

Goodr keeps food out of landfills while addressing food insecurity.

Raj and Anna Asava are the founders of HungerMitao, which is a grassroots volunteer movement to mobilize the Indian American community in support of their local food banks. In this episode -- yes -- we talk about their efforts to fight hunger. But we also talk about coming to the U.S. from India, the practice of arranged marriages, moving up the corporate ladder and more! There are too many 'second shots' to count so let's dive into the episode. To learn more about HungerMitao visit https://www.hungermitao.org/ To connect with the Second Shot crew, visit instagram.com/secondshotpodcast To hear more inspiring "second shots" -- subscribe to the Second Shot podcast on any podcast platform!

To many, it seems impossible that in The Greater Sarasota Area there are those who go hungry. But it is true and even more so now when you have a Cat-4 hurricane devastate the southern part of our county. Fortunately, one local organization is working virtually not-stop to help those most affected by Ian's destructive forces and providing food for thousands. This episode was recorded one week after Hurricane Ian hit our area and is part of a series of special episodes we want to bring to you of the front-line organizations helping our neighbors get back on their feet. I'm very pleased to welcome Sandra Frank, CEO of All Faiths Food Bank (AFFB). In this episode, Sandra will share ... Why she chose to head up All Faiths Food Bank for these past 10 years after a successful law career Why AFFB is moving away from providing food to actual hunger prevention What AFFB's greatest needs now as we recover from Hurricane Ian How you can get involved ... and much, much more! Thank you for stopping by today it is my hope you will listen ... learn ... and connect! https://www.facebook.com/AllFaithsFoodBank/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/allfaithsfoodbank/ (Instagram) https://www.linkedin.com/company/all-faiths-food-bank/ (Linkedin) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvlnpIqWxBW_QB_gv6Kll-g (YouTube ) All Faiths Food Bank 8171 Blaikie Court Sarasota FL 34240 Phone: 941-379-6333

Make way for a new kind of entrepreneur, one that includes their own personal values on the balance sheet. We'll meet three innovators who are making a profit while helping to end hunger. Our journey with host and Global Head of Philanthropy at PepsiCo, C.D. Glin takes us to Brazil, Israel, and New York City. David Hertz of Gastromotiva has a startup that is breathing new life into the restaurant business. Then, we meet Eran Pollack of N-Drip, a revolutionary new irrigation technology that is improving crop yields. Finally, Lauren Bush Lauren of FEED explains how fashion can act as a vehicle to end hunger for school children around the globe. You can join us on this journey too, PepsiCo Food for Good will donate up to 1,000 meals per episode every time you share an episode on social media with the hashtag #journeytozerohunger. With your support, we can provide 6,000 nutritious meals to children to help them grow and thrive. This episode will support the Food Bank of NYC, the city's largest hunger-relief organization; they employ a multifaceted approach centered on helping low-income New Yorkers overcome their circumstances and achieve greater independence. Learn more at https://www.foodbanknyc.orgNew episodes come out every Tuesday.Journey to Zero Hunger is available now on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Spotify or wherever you listen.This podcast represents the opinions of the speakers and does not necessarily reflect the opinions of PepsiCo or its affiliates. The speakers' opinions and statements are based on information they consider reliable, but neither PepsiCo nor its affiliates warrant its completeness or accuracy, and it should not be relied upon as such.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Every day, 42 million people in the United States go hungry, with 1/6 of them being children. Regrettably, 35 percent of the food we produce gets discarded. How can this be happening in America, which is supposedly the richest country in the world? Move For Hunger was founded by Adam Lowy to address the issue of food insecurity.  Adam was inspired to begin his relief organization while working for his parent's moving company and found that when families move, they often leave behind perfectly good non-perishable food. He started Move For Hunger as a way to salvage that food and give it to those in need. Today, Adam is recognized as one of the top thought leaders in the food movement, even being named a CNN Hero. It didn't cost them much to transport items to local food banks and make it available. This solved a problem for people moving who did not want to waste the food. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, you'll learn more about this innovative organization and what you can do to make a difference in your own community.   LEARN MORE: >> Follow Move For Hunger on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook {@moveforhunger} {@moveforhunger} {linkedin.com/company/move-for-hunger} {facebook.com/moveforhunger} >> Learn more about the organization at moveforhunger.org   NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: Listen to the bonus episode to learn why Adam is so grateful for his team and more about Adam's mission to educate the public about food insecurity. {https://thens.ls/3yLSXl9}

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The following is a conversation between Rick Nahmias, Founder and CEO of Food Forward, and Denver Frederick, the Host of The Business of Giving. Food Forward fights hunger and prevents food waste by rescuing fresh surplus produce, connecting this abundance with people experiencing food insecurity, and inspiring others to do the same. And here to tell us how they go about this work and the difference that it is making is Rick Nahmias, the Founder and CEO of Food Forward.

In 6-minutes, Clancy asks us to address food security by speaking to people's values. How does that work? Find out by listening to her tips on this “Candid Clancy” episode. For episode details, visit: https://fooddignitymovement.org/podcast/episode-100-fighting-hunger-without-saying-the-word-hunger/ 

2.16.2022 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Arbery killers' hate crime trial, MD County PD brutality lawsuit, Liberia's 200th, Fighting hunger A Maryland law firm is taking on Prince George's County Police Department on behalf of four plaintiffs who each claim they were the victim of police brutality at the hands of a former PGPD Corporal, Attorney Malcolm P. Ruff will tell us about this mass action federal civil rights lawsuit. It was the second day of testimony in the federal hate crime trial of the three white men convicted or murdering black Georgia jogger Ahmaud Arbery began with an FBI analyst describing racist posts by one of the defendants. We'll take at those posts presented to the jury. New Jersey governor is calling for an investigation of what appears to be excessive force used on a black teen. When you see the video, you be the judge. And in our tech talk segments, an app that could help curb food waste and hunger. #RolandMartinUnfiltered partner: Nissan | Check out the ALL NEW 2022 Nissan Frontier! As Efficient As It Is Powerful!