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The New York budget season kicked off with the release of Governor Hochul's Executive Budget. While the proposal includes important investments in New York communities and families, the framework misses the mark on hunger. At a time when food insecurity is on the rise and with a recent Department of Health (DOH) report finding nearly one in four New York adults experienced food insecurity at some point during the past 12 months, the Executive Budget proposes a $22M cut to the state's Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program (HPNAP). The proposed figure, which amounts to a nearly 40% cut compared with current funding levels, would significantly constrain a program that supports millions of New Yorkers struggling to make ends meet. New York's hunger relief programs, HPNAP and Nourish New York in particular, serve as a crucial backstop for hungry New Yorkers. They enable food banks, pantries, shelters, and community-based organizations to provide nutritious and culturally relevant options at food distributions. More investment is needed to meet the rising demand at distributions, not less. Also missing from the Executive Budget were broadly popular initiatives including universal school meals, the Working Families Tax Credit, and a $100 minimum SNAP benefit. These initiatives would go a long way in reducing poverty and affirming food security. The New York Assembly and Senate will now begin developing their respective budget proposals, and state lawmakers need to hear directly from you. Join us in sending a simple message to your elected representatives: healthy food is a basic human right! https://lnkd.in/e7b4mBdu

Today, we released our 2024 Hunger Funding Gap report, which found that hunger-related appeals received only 35% of the funding needed in 2023. This means that the world failed to respond to 65% of urgent requests for #hunger funding, It would take $8.86 billion to fully fund the hunger-related appeals of the 17 countries included in our report, which is roughly half of what the American public is estimated to have bet on last year's Super Bowl. Funding is just one part of what it takes to address the complex issue of hunger. But, after working for nearly 45 years in more than 55 countries, we know that it is a critical part of building long-term solutions. Read more ➡️https://lnkd.in/eBzWypXJ 📸by Toby Madden for Action Against Hunger #wef24 #ZeroHunger

Measure A is supported by affordable housing nonprofits, homeless service providers, nurses, teachers, social workers, labor unions, and community organizations. It is opposed by anti-tax groups. Find out more about Measure A today. measureafacts.com

UPDATE🚨🚨 Congress has passed another CR (continuing resolution) that averts a partial government shutdown. This CR extends the laddered approach for passing federal government funding bills, with the first deadline set for March 1. Although this avoids chaos and confusion for millions of Americans today, it does not change the important fact that nutrition programs like WIC need the proper funding and support so families can continue to use these crucial benefits. Share this post with a friend to help spread awareness. 🤝 #NoKidHungry #FundWIC #foodinsecurity #WIC

📢 May 21st brings some deadlines for several #fundingopportunities! 🕚 Check out these grants from U.S. Department of Justice, USDA, and OJP Bureau of Justice Assistance. 😎 More information on each of these and MORE can be found at ➡NMGrants.com⬅. Be sure to check out the pages with grants specific to your industry too! 👌 #nmgrants #newmexico #fundnewmexico #findyourfunding #meaningfuldollars #supportnewmexico #community #smallbusiness

Op-eds are a powerful tool for nonprofit voices to shape meaningful conversations and drive change. This op-ed by Maryland Food Bank COO, Meg Kimmel, highlights the unique challenges Marylanders face – food insecurity among them – amidst threats of federal government shutdowns. #nonprofitleadership #oped #advocacy #publicrelations #foodinsecurity https://lnkd.in/ere5HC3p

🎁 Day 5 of our Countdown to Christmas! In the last year our average grant was worth £3,786! Every penny distributed has been a powerful investment towards a fairer, happier and healthier region. In 2023, our funding streams were strategically aligned to prioritise key areas, so that every grant contributed to one of the following objectives: 🤝 Supporting Stronger, Fairer Communities: Fostering community resilience and equity. 🏃♀️ Improving Active and Healthy Lifestyles: Promoting well-being and mental health improvement. 💼 Tackling Poverty: Addressing social and economic challenges for better life outcomes. 🌍 Supporting the Climate and Local Environment: A commitment to environmental sustainability. 🚫 Reducing Crime: Contributing to safer neighbourhoods and communities. 🌸 Tackling Domestic Violence, Exploitation, and Sexual Abuse: Advocating for safety and well-being and providing resources to those in need. More details about our grants are waiting for you in our 2023 yearbook - https://bit.ly/3RhmLiq #CountdowntoChristmas #CommunityImpact

CAL MATTERS: Californians to face steep fines for violating water orders under new legislation Ranchers who defied a state water order were only fined about $50 each. Under new legislation headed to the governor, some daily fines for water scofflaws can increase 20-fold. By Rachel Becker, Cal Matters Stay up-to-date with free briefings on topics that matter to all Californians. Subscribe to CalMatters today for nonprofit news in your inbox. #Policystateandfederal #StateWaterResourcesControlBoard #Waterrightenforcement

Didn't have time to dig through the federal budget? Future of Good's article gives a summary of 25 budget items in the 2024 Budget that social good organizations should know. Here are a few of the numbers. 1️⃣ ✋ $400,000 to help Volunteer Canada develop a National Volunteer Action Strategy. 2️⃣ 🧠 $100 million in annual funding for the next five years for a new Youth Mental Health Fund.  3️⃣ $273.6 million in funding over the next six years to combat hate, including community outreach and security, law enforcement reform, tackling hate crime, counter-radicalization and victim support. Check out the full article by Elisha Dacey below. #cdnpoli #budget2024

For the last 14 years, Denny's has raised funds toward ending childhood hunger through the generosity of our guests, which has helped us provide $13.6 million to the nonprofit No Kid Hungry since 2011. It’s an amazing community effort and a need that we don’t take lightly – donations help remove barriers that prevent kids from getting the meals they need to succeed. But one company, alone, cannot solve this critical issue across our country; it takes collective action to drive change. That’s why I am honored to share that I have joined No Kid Hungry’s CEO Pledge to End Summer Hunger. Alongside incredible leaders across industries like Darin Harris, Danny Meyer, Barry McGowan and Charles Watson, CFE, we are joining forces to help create a future where every child has access to three nutritious meals, 365 days a year. By joining this pledge, we commit to mobilize our brands by investing dollars, raising awareness, and using our platforms to help increase the number of children receiving summer meals from 2.8 million to 30 million nationwide. This pledge is a call to action to lead by example. I hope that you’ll consider joining me in this important cause to ensure a brighter future for tomorrow’s leaders. #NoKidHungry #Dennys