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Everyone needs nutritious food to thrive, and in every community in America, people are working hard to provide for themselves and their families. Yet in 2022, 44 million people—1 in 7 people—faced food insecurity in the U.S. Those are the highest numbers in a decade, underscoring the need for more charitable food assistance in the bi-state region and beyond. This month the St. Louis Area Foodbank is grateful to participate in the Walmart Fight Hunger, Spark Change campaign with Feeding America. Now, for the 11th straight year, all U.S. Walmart stores and Sam’s Clubs are launching the Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign, with the goal of providing people facing hunger with access to the food and resources they say they need to thrive. The campaign will run in stores and online from April 1-April 29, with three ways for shoppers to participate: -By donating at check-out in stores or clubs or round up at Walmart.com and the Walmart app. -By purchasing participating products in-store or online at Walmart.com or SamsClub.com. For every purchase of a participating product, the supplier will donate the monetary equivalent of at least one meal ($0.10) on behalf of a Feeding America partner food bank at Walmart and five meals ($0.50) at Sam’s Club, up to applicable limits. See specially marked packages for full details. -By donating at Feeding America’s Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign donation site at either https://lnkd.in/gzaDtKg2 or https://lnkd.in/gsptpHev

🍽️ Take Action with HelloFresh This Hunger Action Month in the US 🍽️ At HelloFresh, our mission is to change the way people eat forever, and that includes making sure nutritious food is accessible to everyone every single day. With over 44 million Americans facing food insecurity, the need for action is greater than ever. This September, we’re joining the nationwide Hunger Action Month campaign to raise awareness and inspire action in the fight against hunger. At HelloFresh, we collaborate daily with corporate partners, local organizations, government officials, logistics experts, and even our customers to make a real difference in communities across the US. Here’s how we’re serving up action year-round: 🍎 Partnering with local food banks and shelters 🍽️ Donating excess inventory to those in need 🚛 Supporting logistics to get food where it’s needed most Want to join us? This Hunger Action Month, let’s unite and make a lasting impact. Read more about the great work we're doing here: https://lnkd.in/gfCeJH4b #HelloFresh #HungerActionMonth #EndHunger #FoodInsecurity #TakeAction #Sustainability #CommunityImpact

UNILEVER PARTNERS WITH ASDA TO HELP COMBAT FOOD INSECURITY Unilever is teaming up with Asda for a new nationwide bespoke campaign to support BBC Children in Need’s fight against food insecurity. The ‘You buy, we donate’ campaign will be live from 8th August until 10th September 2024 in Asda stores nationwide and online and will feature iconic Unilever brands such as Pot Noodle, Hellmann’s, and Radox. Unilever will donate 10% of each product sale price to BBC Children in Need for each qualifying product purchased at Asda 1. The campaign aims to drive awareness of the partnership and more importantly raise money for BBC Children in Need to ensure no child goes hungry over the school holidays. Asda has partnered with BBC Children in Need since 2000 and in that time have raised over £34m to support their vital work. Last year, BBC Children in Need & Asda partnered to launch Fuelling Potential, a campaign to ensure no child is held back by food insecurity. Over the course of three years, the programme seeks to transform the lives of 100,000 children and young people by boosting overall wellbeing and providing access to nutritious meals. To date, the campaign has raised over £3.1 million and has supported 34,000 children and young people all around the UK. In the next year, this impact will be bolstered further by the Unilever campaign which could raise as much as £600k for the charity. Today, approximately 2.7 million children are affected by food insecurity in the UK. ¹ More than two thirds of teachers in England are concerned children will experience food insecurity over the summer holidays. ² The Fuelling Potential programme will make sure children experiencing food insecurity have access to nutritious meals, while attending BBC Children in Need funded holiday sessions throughout the UK, aiming to help boost their mental health and physical wellbeing. The campaign will involve impactful in-store shopper marketing across Asda stores nationwide, which will include many touchpoints throughout store to engage customers, such as gondola end displays, eye-catching point of sale materials in aisles to maximise awareness of the partnership and increase money raised. Jo Taylor, Customer Director for Asda at Unilever says: “We are delighted to be working with two influential partners in Asda and the iconic BBC Children in Need this year to continue the support for helping to end food poverty for children in the UK. Our ambition is to create positive and lasting change across the UK for the children who need it most.” Kris Comerford, Chief Commercial Officer at Asda says: “We have been a proud partner of BBC Children in Need for 24 years, and this summer, we are excited to be working in partnership with Unilever to support BBC Children in Need through the ‘You buy, we donate ‘activity. This great initiative across our stores will raise further funds to support the important work of Children in Need tackling food insecurity, in addition to our ann...

The #notforprofit sector is calling for more support from the government and corporate sectors to help their mission to continue making a positive impact on the lives of people in need in the community. Business News spoke to Foodbank WA's CEO Kate O'Hara, Anglicare WA's General Manager of Philanthropy Bec Stott FFIA, Motor Neurone Disease Association of WA Inc.'s CEO Maeve Egan and Constable Care Foundation's CEO Ian Anstee about the crucial support they need from all angles, whether it's community, corporate or government. Here is some of what they said: “Our wishlist for how we could make more of an impact to the lives of people in WA would include increased funding for our operations, particularly in remote and regional areas where food insecurity is more prevalent." - Kate O'Hara, Foodbank WA “Financial contributions are wonderful, but it’s one of so many ways organisations can meaningfully support the work that we are doing. Corporates have seats at big tables, and we are increasingly deepening our relationships to find ways to use this voice to influence decision makers and advocate for real change.” - Bec Stott, Anglicare WA “We do everything we can to assist families living with MND. Donations, sponsorships, grants or volunteer contributions are essential to our sustainability, however big or small, it all contributes to this community that comes together to make a difference in all sorts of ways.” - Maeve Egan, MNDAWA "We live in complicated times and as WA's leading youth safety provider, we aim to address all these hazards, expand our offering of programs and reach as many young people as possible. To meet this need and arm the next generation with lifesaving skills we need more financial support from all levels of government and the private sector.” - Ian Anstee, Constable Care Foundation Read more on Business News https://lnkd.in/g5PPKPS6

The Felix Project found in a recent survey that almost nine in 10 community organisations they support are concerned about increasing demand this year in 2024. The CEO of the charity Charlotte Hill OBE FRSA CCMI said, “These results really demonstrate the immense amount of pressure being felt by so many of those charities working on the frontline to feed people facing food insecurity and hunger. It’s clear, too, that many people in London are struggling with the cost-of-living crisis. 170,000 working people in London had to turn to a food support service for the first-time last year to ensure they could feed their children. Each week we send food to over 1,000 organisations and all of them want more food. To have so many respond to our survey and say they worried about an increase in demand shows how much The Felix Project has to do this year.” #costoflivingcrisis #thefelixproject #charity

[Fulltime] Trusts and Grants Manager at FareShare UK: Location: Hybrid/ London  Contract: Permanent, Hours: 35 hours, Full Time We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident Employer that welcome disabled applicants and provide reasonable adjustments. About FareShare FareShare is the UK’s national network of charitable food redistributors, made up of 18 independent organisations. Together, we take good quality surplus food from right across the food industry and get it to nearly 8,500 frontline charities and community groups. The food we redistribute is nutritious and good to eat. It reaches charities across the UK, including school breakfast clubs, older people’s lunch clubs, homeless shelters, and community cafes. Every week we provide enough food to create almost a million meals for vulnerable people. Every year, more than three million tonnes of food go to waste in the UK, enough for 7 billion meals. Meanwhile, the cost of living crisis is driving millions into food insecurity. We are fortunate to benefit from the support of major retailers, the media, ambassadors and a groundswell of public engagement. As a result, there has never been a more exciting time to join an organisation at the heart of public consciousness. FareShare’s Strategy & Vision Vision: We have the vision of a UK where “No good food goes to waste”. Mission: To use surplus, fit for consumption, food to feed those who are vulnerable in the UK by supporting frontline charitable organisations that tackle the cause and not just the symptoms of food poverty. Our Values: Passion – for our cause and the challenge that lies ahead. Ambition – to go the extra mile and drive the change that must happen. Respect – for ourselves, each other, our volunteers, our partners and our beneficiaries. Collaboration – it’s only by working with others that we can be stronger. Focus – on providing the best service possible so that we deliver and achieve the most for our clients/customers. The role We are looking for a Trusts and Grants Officer to play a crucial role in ensuring the ongoing success and expansion of our partnerships with trusts, foundations and statutory givers. Working closely with the Trusts and Grants Manager and four more team members, this new role will lead on nurturing low and mid-value relationships with prospective funders who have capacity to give ongoing funding to FareShare. As the cost of living crisis pushes millions into food insecurity, and the world is faced with a climate emergency, the difference you can make by joining the Trusts and Grants Team is substantial. Our dual social and environmental purpose has never resonated more with partners and we have just launched an ambitious strategy to double the number of meals we can provide, amplifying our impact and presenting a compelling case for support.… #Diversity #Equality #Jobs

🌱💼 Are you looking to incorporate more healthy foods and vegetables into your daily routine? With inflation making it tough to stretch that dollar, ProducePac is your answer! Our fully customizable produce PACs are delivered right to your door, saving you those disappointing trips to the grocery store. Trust me, after feeding over 14,000 seniors a month, I know that quality matters! By choosing ProducePac, you’re not just getting fresh, top-notch produce; you’re also supporting a mission that prioritizes access to healthy food for seniors. Each purchase helps us sustain our organization and fight access to fresh quality prodoce in our community. Plus, our ProducePac can be incorporated into employee wellness programs, providing a great option for workplaces looking to promote healthier eating! Want to save money? You could spend over $65 at a local store, but with ProducePac, you could save up to $1,400 a year on fresh vegetables! And since we operate as a nonprofit, your purchase is considered a donation, giving you a tax benefit while nourishing yourself. Don’t wait—order ProducePac today and experience the difference! 🥦💚 #ProducePac #HealthyLiving #CommunitySupport #EmployeeWellness

In today’s rapidly evolving world, seniors are increasingly facing barriers in a variety of areas. Two of these areas include navigating technology and affording basic necessities such as food. At the Senior Support Network, a 501c(3) non-profit organization, we have made it our mission to address these challenges through two core initiatives: our Technology Initiative and our Food Initiative. Our Technology Initiative focuses on empowering seniors to confidently use their technical devices. Through our workshops and events, we have helped over 1,000 seniors in the Bay Area overcome their struggles with technology. Many seniors are unable to keep up with the constant updates being made in technology, isolating them from the younger generation as well as the benefits of technology. At the Senior Support Network, our mission is to provide personalized support for seniors to learn about their devices. Alongside this, our Food Initiative aims to tackle the urgent issue of food insecurity among seniors. With 44 million U.S. citizens currently facing hunger—5.5 million of whom are seniors—and a 28.5% increase in food costs. To address this, we are building a Bay Area-wide network dedicated to making food accessible to all seniors through food drives and partnerships with local organizations. Our mission is to provide direct, easy access to groceries for seniors in need, starting with our work in the Bay Area. Recently, our Food Initiative team successfully secured the Candle Lighters Funding Proposal, an grant that supports proficient non-profits. After a thorough three-week evaluation process and a competitive preliminary round presentation, we were awarded the grant, which will help us achieve our mission. We have started collaborating with community centers like Davis Street and local senior centers who are eager to distribute our food donations. We have also been visiting and establishing relationships with various community organizations, creating partnerships for future food drives to make a positive impact on senior hunger. We believe that with continued support, we can expand the reach of both our Technology and Food Initiatives, benefiting seniors nationwide. Our goal is to create a lasting impact on the well-being of seniors across the nation. With your support, we can continue our journey to provide seniors with the resources and confidence they deserve—whether through mastering technology or accessing nutritious food. Donate: 💵https://lnkd.in/eACBVrDD Join us: ✅https://lnkd.in/e7EU8-VX Website: ❗️https://lnkd.in/eNH_RgUv Instagram: 🥳https://lnkd.in/edEPqV48 Facebook: 😎https://lnkd.in/e76vuXeD Our team at the Candle Lighters Funding Proposal

🤝 JOIN US to change food insecurity across Aotearoa💙 We’ve successfully delivered over 2.1 million mince and milk meals to more than 115 food banks and community organisations nationwide 🥛🥩 Our business partners play an essential role in helping to change the face of food insecurity, one meal at a time, and we couldn't be more proud to align ourselves alongside those who are also committed to making sure no one goes hungry or unnourished 👊 Our tiered partnership opportunities provide a unique chance for organisations to help combat hunger across Aotearoa. Here are some of the benefits YOU get when you partner with Meat the Need ⬇️ 🎯 Direct Impact: Your contributions will help to deliver meals directly to 115 food banks and community organisations, providing essential nutrition to those who need it most. The impact is tangible, visible and measurable, and also life changing for some. 🔵 Unique Support: We are the only charity in New Zealand that donates a continuous supply of protein to food banks. As a farmer led charity in a food producing country, we are uniquely positioned within our networks and processors to meet critical nutritional needs and ensure no one in this country goes hungry or unnourished. 🎗️ Community Engagement: Aligning with Meat the Need showcases and strengthens your organisation's commitment to social responsibility, with multiple connection points within your communities and nationwide to provide help and support, as well as enhancing primary sector relations with communities throughout New Zealand. 💪 Enhanced Reputation: Our charity's cause resonates deeply with communities and consumers alike, enhancing your organisation's reputation and social responsibility through supporting a positive strategic initiative. 🍲 Sustainable Impact: You can contribute to reducing hunger, transforming food access and enhancing food availability by making a sustainable difference in the lives of many. Together, we can ensure that every New Zealander has access to healthy, nutritious food. Be part of the solution to food insecurity and sign up to partner with us today! https://hubs.li/Q02zpbPR0 #MeatTheNeed #FeedOut #NZFarmersFeedingNZCommunities #MakingADifference #TogetherWeCan #NourishNZ #philanthropy #socialimpact #nonprofit #corporatesocialresponsibility

Today, I am excited to share that DoorDash’s Project DASH is celebrating 100 million charitable meals delivered in partnership with food pantries, food banks, and community organizations. As people experiencing food insecurity grapple with transportation and time challenges, local delivery breaks down these barriers and connects them with the resources they need. These 100 million meals delivered include: - More than 63 million meals delivered to areas with a higher rate of SNAP-receiving households than the national average; - More than 12 million meals delivered to food deserts and about 15 million meals to rural communities; - More than 34 million meals delivered to areas with a higher rate of seniors than the national average; and - More than 49 million meals delivered to areas with a higher rate of people with disabilities than the national average. https://lnkd.in/dpTRZr-y