Alliance to End Hunger

It is National School Lunch Week! On our latest episode of Voices to End Hunger, Minerva speaks with Abbie Watts of @foodadvocatesny.bsky.social to discuss CFA’s solutions to both issues of school meals access and appeal in New York, as well as NY’s journey to “Universal School Meals."

On this #WorldFoodDay, we recognize all the advocates, organizations, businessowners, farmers, researchers, federal workers, parents, educators, neighbors, community leaders & more who are working to bring us a little bit closer to a #ZeroHunger World. Thank You!

It's National School Lunch Week! One way we’re commemorating this event this year is by enrolling in “America’s Child Nutrition Programs, offered by the Congressional Hunger Center. It is free and open to the public at www.zerohungeracademy.org. #zerohungeracademy #childnutrition #schoolmeals.

Closing a fantastic Hunger Free Communities convening! Huge thanks to Instacart for sponsoring; also @azfoodbanks.bsky.social, WHEAT, Lutheran Advocacy Ministry AZ. Big thanks to Kelvin Beachum Jr for his support & First Church UCC for opening up their doors. Thank you everyone who participated!

We are pleased to announce that Congresswoman @repshontelbrown.bsky.social (OH-11) will deliver a keynote address to this year's Hunger Free Communities Virtual Summit! ALSO, the Summit agenda is now LIVE! Learn more about the summit and how to register: www.accelevents.com/e/2025-hunge...

What the shutdown means for the Women, Infants and Children program The GOP is blaming the Left for keeping baby formula and healthy foods out of the hands of low-income families.

Tune in to 1A on WAMU and NPR today at 10:20am ET. The Alliance's Eric Mitchell will join to talk about the #Shutdown, #WIC, and #FoodSecurity. Should be a great discussion! the1a.org/segments/wha...

WIC funding could run out in weeks, as government shuts down More than 6 million Americans rely on WIC for food assistance, breastfeeding support and nutrition education.

“Everyone wants their children & grandchildren to have healthy lives where they can be their most productive... and WIC definitely helps babies get off on the right start to do that.” - Karen Ehrens, Alliance to End Hunger www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

National WIC Association Emphasizes WIC Has Funds to Remain Open Temporarily in Government Shutdown, Urges Congressional Action The National WIC Association (NWA) is the non-profit education arm and advocacy voice of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC).

This morning ushered in a partial government shutdown and new anxieties for millions of mothers who rely on #WIC for themselves & children. Congress must act NOW to ensure WIC does not move from urgent to crisis! See @natwicassoc.bsky.social statement below:

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USDA Decision to Cancel Food Security Survey Sends the Wrong Message to Families Struggling with Hunger - Alliance to End Hunger WASHINGTON (September 20, 2025) The following is a statement from Eric Mitchell, president of the Alliance to End Hunger, on USDA’s decision to discontinue its annual food security survey. “The U.S. D...

We are deeply troubled by news that #USDA will be discontinuing their food security survey. The survey is incredibly important to those committed to ending hunger in America, and its cancellation sends the message that hunger is no longer a priority. alliancetoendhunger.org/usda-decisio...

Dr. Yum Project: Why We’re Fighting Hunger by Teaching Kids to Love Healthy Food - Alliance to End Hunger By Dr. Nimali Fernando, MD, MPH | Founder, The Dr. Yum Project I’m Dr. Nimali Fernando, a pediatrician and the founder of the Dr. Yum Project. I’m thrilled to introduce our organization as a new partn...

"Hunger is not just about the absence of food, it’s also about the absence of nourishing, developmentally supportive food experiences." Dr. Fernando & The Dr. Yum Project work hard to encourage child nutrition, and we are looking forward to working together!

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On Voices to End Hunger, Brooke Jamison
@ifad.org discusses the intersection of ag and #FoodSecurity, recent advances, and unique approaches to positively impact farmers and communities. Check it out through any of your favorite podcast streaming platforms! www.buzzsprout.com/2451786/epis...

We are pleased to welcome our latest member, The Dr. Yum Project! Dedicated to a mission to help families and communities overcome barriers to eating well, the Dr. Yum Project will add another fantastic perspective on nutrition to our growing coalition. Welcome!

The MAHA plan for healthier kids includes 128 ideas, but few details The Make America Healthy Again commission is proposing more than 100 moves to address the root causes of childhood chronic disease. Critics say other Trump administration moves contradict the goals.

With the release of the latest #MAHA strategy report, there remain some glaring questions, as pointed out in the latest NPR piece, featuring Alliance president Eric Mitchell.

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Alliance president Eric Mitchell has been in Dakar, Senegal for the Africa Food Systems Forum. The Forum highlighted the role of youth in innovation and agricultural development, as well as holistic approaches to food systems that benefit people, economies, and nations.

Curious about the state of global hunger today, some of the latest developments, and what we as advocates should be on the lookout for coming up? Check out our latest #podcast featuring our great friend and colleague Asma Lateef @sdg2advocacyhub.bsky.social!
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We are in the Final days of early bird registration for the 2025 Hunger Free Communities Virtual Summit! Register by September 1 to receive half off admission ($25) at bit.ly/2025-HFC-Sum.... We look forward to a fantastic event!

On #WorldHumanitarianDay we salute the selfless individuals who wake up every day & risk their lives so others can have hope. It is their dedication that gives us hope for a world where every child, household, and community has the food and support they need to thrive. Thank you!

CBO released its latest assessment of H.R. 1. More people will struggle to get food on the table, more local communities and businesses will suffer, and there will be more pressure on states and food banks to make up for increasing hunger. Updated breakdown of the law: publuu.com/flip-book/85...

Zero Hunger Generation - World Food Program USA Join a community of young people to use your time, voice and network to end global hunger. Earn points, gain networking & experience, and get prizes.

🚨 Big news! @wfpusa.bsky.social ’s Zero Hunger Generation for college students & young professionals is launching soon! 🌍
✅ Earn service hours
✅ Build skills
✅ Make a global impact in the fight against hunger!
Learn more and sign up: wfpusa.org/ZHG
#ZeroHungerGeneration

The Older Americans Act has supported senior nutrition & wellbeing for 60 yrs. On this Voices to End Hunger Josh Protas @mealsonwheelsus.bsky.social discusses the OAA & senior nutrition policy. Check out this latest episode wherever you get your favorite podcasts.

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The Older Americans Act is 60. Tune in Aug. 4 for Voices to End Hunger as Josh Protas @mealsonwheelsus.bsky.social discusses how OAA has assisted with the health and nutrition of our older neighbors & what we need to know as advocates to ensure the OAA continues to succeed into the future.

We recently organized a congressional staffdel to our friends at member organization Edesia Nutrition. Participants learned about the RUTF products & importance of supporting valuable food security/nutrition programs. Huge thanks to Edesia and the Eleanor Crook Foundation for making this possible!

Alliance to End Hunger Statement on Starvation Deaths in Gaza - Alliance to End Hunger WASHINGTON (July 23, 2025) The following statement can be attributed to Eric Mitchell, President of the Alliance to End Hunger. “Recent reports of violence surrounding food distributions and child dea...

Statement on the ongoing humanitarian emergency in #Gaza: "Reports of violence surrounding food distributions & child deaths from starvation highlight the toll of the conflict... We call on parties to facilitate peaceful delivery of critically needed aid.” alliancetoendhunger.org/alliance-to-...

Impacts of HR 1 Welcome to interactive presentation, created with Publuu. Enjoy the reading!

The recent passage of HR1 severely impacted our ability to end hunger and malnutrition here in the United States. It's a lot to digest, which is why we pulled together an easy-to-read breakdown of how the legislation will affect food security in America.

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The Older Americans Act: 60 Years of Supporting Seniors’ Lives, Health, and Nutrition - Alliance to End Hunger Karen Ehrens, U.S. Policy Manager, Alliance to End Hunger The Older Americans Act turns 60 this week, and there is so much to celebrate! Since 1965, the Older Americans Act (OAA) has provided our nati...

The Older Americans Act (OAA) turns 60 today! Providing our seniors with programs and services to help them enjoy healthy & fruitful lives. Tell Congress to support and strengthen this incredible and proven legislation for years to come!
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🎙️In this episode of Voices to End Hunger, GCNF’s Arlene Mitchell shares how #SchoolMeals are increasingly understood as key multi-sectoral investments shaping the future.

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"There should never be anything that is partisan about feeding kids." Listen to the latest Voices to End Hunger on summer meals & EBT, feat. Carolyn Vega @nokidhungry.org & Jonathan Hansen of Hunger Task Force on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your favorite podcasts.

Congress Passes Final Budget Bill to Make America “Hungrier, Sicker, and Poorer” - Alliance to End Hunger WASHINGTON (July 3, 2025) The Alliance to End Hunger is dismayed by the final passage of H.R. 1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBB). The final reconciliation bill, passed in the House of Represen...

Our statement on final passage of HR 1: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act:

The Alliance to End Hunger is dismayed by the final passage of H.R. 1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (#OBBB). The legislation will make America hungrier, sicker, and poorer.

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As we count down the minutes to a final vote on #OBBB Congress is on the verge of taking food & health assistance from millions of people and families in need. Call your Representative RIGHT NOW and tell them to vote NO on this devastating legislation. 📢 bit.ly/snap-matters

This afternoon the Senate passed their #OBBB reconciliation bill. As with the House bill, the Senate is serving up a bill to make America Hungrier, Sicker, Poorer. Tell Congress: #OBBB will NOT make America Great.

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