Podcasts about Food bank

In today's show Riley Smith is joined by Annette Hacker with Food Bank of Iowa to discuss the recent food insecurity study from Feeding America, Dustin continues the conversation with Senator Joni Ernst, and Andy learns more about the N-Fact program in the latest segment of Pods of Potential.

In the first of this two-part series, we are highlighting Growing for Good and the relationships it fosters between farms and food banks. Since 2020, the Growing for Good program, a partnership between PCC Community Markets, Harvest Against Hunger, and Seattle Neighborhood Farmers Markets, has provided fresh produce to hunger relief agencies and additional income for local farmers. We sat down with two of these pairings to learn more about how Growing for Good has impacted their work. Note: This episode was recorded in October 2023 and some information may be out of date. Please visit Growing for Good online to learn more about their farm and hunger relief partners, current programming, and new fundraising campaign.In this episode, we first hear from Regino Flores and his son Isai Flores of Regino Farms. Regino Farms is a certified organic vegetable and berry farm located in Burlington, Washington, owned and operated by Regino Flores and his wife Martina Gutierrez. After decades of working in the farming industry, they began their own venture through Viva farms' incubator program in 2009. Since then, three of their children have joined the expanding operation which now comprises 11 acres in the Skagit Valley. Regino's sells at multiple farmers markets and supplies several food retailers, recently expanding to include the Ballard Food Bank through the Growing for Good program. Later in the episode we'll hear from the Director of Programs at the Ballard Food Bank, Kathleen Murphy, who will tell us about the other side of Growing for Good, and how the partnership has benefitted participating hunger relief organizations like hers.

Darby Njos, Communications Manager at Great Plains Food Bank, is in studio to discuss the challenges they are facing with rapidly changing federal funding to nonprofits on Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Looking for a quick and easy way to give back to your community? Jerry Brown, from St. Mary's Food Bank, explains how you can help those in need without needing to even leave your house.

On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Lisa Moon, President and CEO of The Global FoodBanking Network. They discuss the thriving grassroots network of food banks operating around the world, the large void left by foreign aid cuts, and the support that food banks offer communities as crises, from natural disasters to conflict, continue to increase. Plus hear about the workforce reduction at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the most recent proposed cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and new research that demonstrates the importance of traditional and indigenous African crops to global sustainable and healthy diets.  While you're listening, subscribe, rate, and review the show; it would mean the world to us to have your feedback. You can listen to “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg” wherever you consume your podcasts.

It's time to "Stamp Out Hunger"! Jeryy Brown with St. Mary's Food Bank joined the show to tell us how we can help donate this weekend from the comfort of your home.

On May 17th, the community is invited to celebrate the birthday and life-changing services at Community Action Services and Food Bank in Provo. The free Saturday event runs from 11am-2pm and the first 200 attendees get free Food Truck vouchers. There will also be giveaways, games, crafts, a toddler bounce house for kids and hourly behind-the-scenes Food Bank Tours. In this episode, FM100.3 Host Rebecca Cressman is joined by Community Action Services and Food Bank Chief Impact Officer Jessical Miller, Executive Director Karen McCandless, and Chief Operations Officer who share more details of the Birthday Bash celebration and the emergency housing, food, and self-reliance resources, classses, and mentoring available to help to help individuals and families living in three Utah counties. More details at CommunityActionProvo.org .

Jill Dixon Executive Director of the only Food Bank out of Santa Fe which serves 9 counties in Northern New Mexico, comes in and discusses the challenges of federal cuts, and money food banks received from the State Legislature to help distribute food across the State. All on News Radio KKOB See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Beigie Awards are back to recognize the regional Federal Reserve Bank with the best Beige Book entry. On today's episode, we shine a spotlight on a Midwest food bank. Related episodes: Why Midwest crop farmers are having a logistics problem (Apple / Spotify)How many times can you say uncertainty in one economic report? (Apple / Spotify) For sponsor-free episodes of The Indicator from Planet Money, subscribe to Planet Money+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org.Fact-checking by Sierra Juarez. Music by Drop Electric. Find us: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Newsletter. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

We welcome Will Edwards, Event Marketing Manager for Three Square Food Bank, to the show to talk about their impactful Bag Childhood Hunger campaign. Now through May 31st, your donations can go twice as far thanks to matching sponsors like Nevada Gold Mines operated by Barrick and the NV Energy Foundation. Every $1 donated = up to 6 meals for children and families in need right here in our community. It's a powerful way to make a difference! Learn more and get involved at threesquare.org.

Join host Tom Pysz as We Question & Learn welcomes Melissa "Roo" Kojancie, President and CEO of the Erie Zoo, for an engaging conversation about leadership, community engagement, and the future of one of Erie's most beloved institutions. Then, we speak with Gregory Hall, CEO of the Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania, about addressing food insecurity and the vital role the Food Bank plays in the region.

The Columbia Center for Urban Agriculture (CCUA) started in 2008. Its mission is feeding and educating our community. CCUA executive director Billy Polansky joined host Fred Parry in-studio Saturday morning on 939 the Eagle's “CEO Roundtable” program. Mr. Polansky tells listeners that the CCUA aims to connect people with agriculture and their food. The CCUA also helps get young people interested in farming and it grows food for the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri. Mr. Polansky updated listeners on the status of the welcome center at the Agriculture Park, saying the lowest of four bids was about $4.7 million. “It's an 11,000 square foot building. It's going to have office space, a commercial kitchen, event space and a resource library as well,” Mr. Polansky tells listeners. He notes that when people go to the park, they're unsure if they can even be there, saying this will be a “front door” for the park. People will be able to take a tour by going into the welcome center, and they'll also be able to sign up for CCUA programs. Mr. Polansky also updated listeners Saturday on the “food as medicine” and produce prescription programs. The ten-acre Columbia agriculture park is open year-round for you to enjoy. The park includes production fields, a food forest and a greenhouse:

Today is the Big Day of Giving. You have literally hundreds of options to donate to organizations that do great charity work, including food banks. This year, like past years Sam Shane chose the Yolo County Food Bank as a charity to highlight. They serve 30 thousand households each month. You can find out more and donate by simply going to their website... yolofoodbank.org.

Good morning and happy Monday! Today we've got a great new guest joining our program. This morning we're pleased to speak to Tiffany King, Events Manager for the Northern Illinois Food Bank. We're excited to learn from Tiffany and hear about all the wonderful things the Northern Illinois Food Bank has going on in our community. For more information about events volunteering and making a donation you can visit their website here: https://solvehungertoday.org/Here's the news:- Visit Alive Aurora every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for Drop In Space for 5th through 12th graders! From 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm there will be a variety of activities to take part in, teen-led and teen-driven. See the flyer for more details and follow the Alive Center on Facebook and Instagram!Have a great rest of the day! Good Morning Aurora will return with more news, weather and the very best of Aurora. Subscribe to the show on YouTube at this link: https://www.youtube.com/c/GoodMorningAuroraPodcastThe second largest city's first daily news podcast is here. Tune in 5 days a week, Monday thru Friday from 9:00 to 9:30 am. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay updated on all things Aurora.Threads: https://www.threads.net/@goodmorningaurorailInstagram: goodmorningaurorailSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6dVweK5Zc4uPVQQ0Fp1vEP...Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../good-morning.../id1513229463Anchor: https://anchor.fm/goodmorningauroraACTV (Aurora Community Television): https://www.aurora-il.org/309/Aurora-Community-TV#positivevibes #positiveenergy #kanecountyil #bataviail #genevail #stcharlesil #saintcharlesil #elginil #northaurorail #auroraillinois #cityofaurorail #auroramedia #auroranews #goodmorningaurora #morningnews #morningshow #monday #northernillinoisfoodbank

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A conversation with Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty. Also, a food assistance program for farmworkers in Yolo County. Finally, the Sacramento Choral Society's closing show celebrating Broadway duo Lerner and Loewe. Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty

The number of people who go hungry in Hawaii is staggering. Across our state, one in 10 is affected. The Hawaii Food Bank exists to help feed Hawaii's hungry. It doesn't matter who you are or what your situation is. If you're struggling to put food on the table, Hawaii Food Bank can help. Today, HFB President and CEO Amy Miller sits down with us to tell us how the Food Bank works, who is affected, how we can help, and lots more. Michael T is your host.

Quick Pantry Dinners // Pamela Hinckley, Executive Director of Pike Market Senior Center & Food Bank, invites us to get involved in the mission // The Hot Stove Society Tasting Panel takes on tortilla chips - just in time for Cinco de Mayo // Chris Dufore of Gallagher’s Where U Brew shares the story behind his Edmonds-based community brewhouse // Hot Stove Society Chef Nico Cabellero joins us to talk about Arepas // The Caspian Chef, Omid Roustaei joins us to share his new book, Bitter & Sweet: Global Flavors from an Iranian-American Kitchen And of course, we’ll wrap up today’s show with Food for Thought Tasty Trivia!!

Pam Molitoris is the executive director of the Central Illinois Foodbank. She spoke to Community Voices about her journey into the nonprofit realm, how the foodbank is adapting to provide for the community, and initiatives like their mobile kitchen cart, which teaches community members how to cook. She also addresses concerns surrounding cuts to local food programs and leaves a message for the community to come together during uncertain times. Find more information about the Central Illinois Foodbank here.

Food banks play a crucial role in efforts to alleviate food insecurity nationwide. On today's show, we discuss the importance of food banks in 2025. Also, today, TheatreSquared is staging a world premiere. Plus, an appreciation of volunteers for National Volunteer Month.

David Perez, North County General Manager of the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank, is joined by Julie Moore, Director of Corporate Partnerships, to shout out the Food Bank's 13th Annual Gala, slated for Saturday, May 3.  Perez and Moore talk about the Food 4 Kids Backpack Program.About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 19 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.  For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   About Mission Fed Credit Union A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

Lynette McIntosh-Madrigal is joined by Pamela Evans and Pastor Jermaine B. Armour of Saint Luke AME Zion Church in Wilmington, North Carolina. They share stories of hope, discuss how they are partnering with God and their neighbors to see their community flourish, and reflect on their journey from being in the community to being with the community. Saint Luke is part of CCDA's Flourishing Congregations Initiative, a four-year program that empowers church leaders to deepen their congregations' community engagement, enhance their ministries, and contribute to the flourishing of their neighborhoods.Learn more about CCDA's Flourishing Congregations Initiative at ccda.org/fci. Pamela Evans currently serves as the Director of Ministries & Outreach and Administration at Saint Luke AME Zion Church in Wilmington, NC. I have been a member of the church for over 27 years. I have participated in activities at both local and conference levels within the church. I also serve in the community on various boards, such as the local chapter of the Red Cross, advisory board for the Food Bank of NC, health promoter in the Faith Health Network with Novant, and Community Mediator with the Wilmington Cape Fear Museum. I enjoy cultivating partnerships and relationships through community outreach initiatives.Pastor Armour and his wife, Tanya, moved to Wilmington in January 2014. He is a native of Buffalo, NY, and holds a Master of Arts Degree in Christian Education from the Interdenominational Theological Center and an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Ministry from Livingstone College. He serves on several community boards, including One Christian Network, Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministry (WARM), Kids Making It, and the Diversity and Inclusion Committee of the Red Cross. Pastor Armour and his wife have two children, Jadah Alana and Jermaine Elijah.Learn more about Saint Luke AME Zion Church and what they're doing in their community at newsaintluke.com. Connect with CCDA on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Follow CCDA on YouTube.

In today's show, Andy talks about the Iowa Soybean Association field day he is attending today, Riley discusses food rescue with Annette Hacker of the Food Bank of Iowa, and Mark talks soy food month with Soy Foods Council Executive Director Linda Funk.

CommonWealth Beacon reporter Jennifer Smith is joined by state Rep. Lindsay Sabadosa of the First Hampshire district and Laura Sylvester, public policy manager at the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts, to discuss transportation challenges in Western Massachusetts and how they connect with other policy areas.

KGMI's Jason Upton speaks with Bellingham Food Bank Outreach Coordinator Stephanie Sisson about recent cuts to federal funding for the food bank and how the organization is dealing with it amid a surge in demand for its services.

A judge has ordered L-A County to move hundreds of youths out of the Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall. L.A.’s food banks are struggling to feed Angelenos. The San Gabriel Valley's Garvey Avenue is home to some of the region's best Vietnamese food. Plus, more.Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

Retirement for many people means a transition to a fixed income. With the costs of living continuing to increase, most noticeably at the grocery store, more and more older adults find themselves needing to turn to their local food bank. Turns out that the food bank is also a great place to donate your time as a retiree - and food banks rely heavily on volunteers to keep their doors open, as you'll hear from today's guest, Meghan Flindall, Executive Director of the Fare Share Food Bank in Cobourg and Port Hope, Ontario.

St. Mary's Food Bank is known for collecting and distributing food, including turkeys and hams. We are joined this morning by Jerry Brown, Director of Public Relations for St. Mary's, who tells us about this week's food distribution and the community needs they are seeing at the moment. 

In today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about how St. Mary’s Food Bank usually provides turkeys and hams to those who need them during the winter holiday season. However, they say Arizona families are still in need. With eggs becoming harder to come by and increasing in price, they are looking to alternatives. He also talks about Rep. Leo Biasiucci, R-Lake Havasu City, who earned support from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for his bill that would have restricted SNAP recipients from buying soda. 

  Recent federal government budget and staffing cuts imposed by the Trump administration and Elon Musk's so-called Department of Government Efficiency are having devastating impacts in dozens of areas, but one that's received less attention than it probably deserves is agriculture. As journalist Kevin Hardy of the national news outlet Stateline reported recently, the administration […]

In today's show Riley breaks down yesterday's WASDE report with Ben Breisch of Allendale, Dustin learns about the price comparison options from FBN's Charles Barron, and Riley speaks to Mike Murphy of the Murphy Foundation about a recent donation to the Food Bank of Iowa.

President Trump's tariffs mean Americans can expect to see even higher prices on items ranging from coffee to fruits and cheese. It comes at a time when food banks nationwide are reporting record levels of need and after the USDA halted more than $500 million in deliveries to those food banks. Deema Zein reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Governor Mike DeWine joins Bob after a five year break. Bob talks to the Governor about his Browns stadium plans and the money going to help the building of the dome. They also talk property taxes and income tax. They talk about the rumors put out by the Food Bank and the food cuts. Bob even asks about his support for Amy Acton and who he is going to endorse to be the next Governor of Ohio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob kicks off the show talking about the budget deal going toi vote today. Bob then welcomes Dr. Everett Piper to the show to talk about the culture wars . Bob then swutches gears and talk about the Browns stadium funding and where the money is coming from. Bob is then joined by Governor Mike DeWine . They talk about stadium funding, Food Bank funding, property taxes, and income taxes. Bob even asks about who the Governor will endorse to be the next in charge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Appointed, Kim speaks with Dan Huang-Taylor, executive director of Food Banks BC, a provincial association working to end hunger in British Colombia. Kim and Dan discuss the intersection of poverty and food security, and Dan's extensive experience working in the non-profit sector. Dan speaks about his involvement with the Put Food Banks Out of Business initiative, which advocates for the implementation of a guaranteed livable basic income to ensure no Canadians fall below the poverty line, and shares his reflections on the true cost of poverty.To learn more about Dan's work at Food Banks BC, please go here. To read about the Put Food Banks Out of Business initiative, please click here.More information about work being done by food banks in Ontario to end hunger can be found at Feed Ontario.For more information about our work on these issue, please visit our web site at https://senpate.sencanada.ca/en/current-work/s-233/.

Food pantries across the country are reeling from the recent announcement that the federal government has canceled $500 million in emergency food assistance. The move comes as demand for these services is rising.

2025 James Beard Nominee David Utterback of Yoshitomo is on the mic! Heart, craft, attention to detail, David shows all of this on the plates he serves. He's also a busy guy, ya know running three restaurants, traveling to Japan to keep up to date and learn from other Chefs, bringing in the top tier seafood to Nebraska, oh and also cooking to benefit charity. Dave took time out from his day to talk with me about all of these things after we had a chance to connect at the Foodbank for the Heartland Celebrity Chef Gala.  We talk Japanese steel, core memories, and also what he might like to do with those big sushi boats….so Hang onto your fork, then set it down we're talking sushi, keep listening if you're hungry and connect with food!  

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This week on NewsNight, Central Florida food banks grapple with supply shortages triggered by federal funding cuts amid reports of unprecedented demand. Plus, Florida lawmakers discuss a potential sales tax cut as the state's finances come into focus.

Bob kicks off the show talking about the saga of the food bank that continues on. Bob then welcomes AG Dave Yost to the show to talk about his pushback against the courts on the Safe Act. They also talk about the death penalty in Ohio. Bob then welcomes Dave Mortach to the show to talk about the market and the raffle to benefit the Travis Mills Foundation. Bob the talks with Senator Bernie Moreno about the Food Bank vuts that don't exist. They also talk about the Trump tariffs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senator Bernie Moreno joins the show once again to follow up on the gaslighting and outright lies being reported by the Cleveland Plain Dealer about supposed cuts in federal funding to Ohio food banks. Senator Moreno lays out the facts about the funding issue, and also discusses the Trump tariffs and the possibility of the Senate using the "nuclear option" and abolishing the legislative filibuster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Food banks across the country are facing mounting challenges, and the Food Bank of Delaware is no exception.The USDA's Emergency Food Assistance Program, a critical source of food assistance, has halted its scheduled shipments. That means fewer staples like fresh produce, dairy, protein, and shelf-stable items are making it to families in need.This week, Delaware Public Media's Kyle McKinnon sat down with the President and CEO of the Food Bank of Delaware Cathy Kanefsky to examine the implications of the USDA canceling food aid shipments and how it affects food insecurity in the First State.

Reduced state and federal funding impacts local institutions.

Bob kicks off the show continuing to talk about the lies tod by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank regaurding Trump cuts that are not happening. Bob then talks with Dr. Everett Piper about the Pope and his call for immigrants to be allowed in the US. Bob then keeps the fight going against the CEO of the Food Bank and encourages people to call her and demand an apology. Bob also talks about the Trump tariffs and the market reaction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bob kicks off the show talking about the Food Bank lie about trucks being turned around and food being lost because of Trump cuts. Bob then talks with Rep Brian Stewart about new laws on DEI, flags flying and gender identity. Bob then talks with author Scott Powell about Tesla and God's hand on our country. Bob then welcomes Tricia Kuivinen tp the show to talk about child abuse month. Bob wraps the show talking about the new torpedo bat and the effect on the game of baseball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A program that provided millions of dollars worth of donated foods to Michigan food banks has been cut by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. We talked to the head of one West Michigan food bank about what this means for their operations. GUEST: Ken Estelle, president and chief executive officer of Feeding America West Michigan Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Music in this episode by Blue Dot Sessions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On this week's episode of 'The Saturday Show with Jonathan Capehart': Where's the fire? The growing calls for stronger opposition to President Trump's extreme agenda, after Senate Democrats help pass the Republicans' continuing resolution. I'll discuss the real cost of capitulating to Republicans to keep the government open with Andrew Desiderio, of Punchbowl News, former Deputy Chief of Staff to Nancy Pelosi, Drew Hamill, and economic columnist Heather Long of the Washington Post. Vengeance is his: Trump brings his revenge tour to the Department of Justice, calling out his critics by name and even suggesting they should be jailed. I'll ask Rep. Jamie Raskin why he called Trump's speech a "desecration" of the department's values. And a run for the history books: Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist will talk to me about his bid to be the next governor of Michigan and the first Black person to hold the position, plus how he plans to flip a state that Donald Trump narrowly won. All that and more on “The Saturday Show with Jonathan Capehart.” 

Let's talk about Trump hitting farmers, schools, and food banks all at once....