After financial struggles, Reaching-Out Community Services reopens food pantry in new location Brooklyn PaperReaching-Out Community Services resumed operations at a new site, overcoming financial struggles to continue supporting low-income families facing food insecurity.
Exclusive | NYC grinches steal 'thousands' in food stamps from senior living residents ahead of holidaysThieves stole thousands of dollars in food stamp benefits from a Queens senior living center just before the holidays, impacting vulnerable residents.
Brooklyn Org Spark Prize Winner: Community Help in Park SlopeCHiPS has been awarded the 2025 Spark Prize to enhance services for expectant and new mothers.
Bay Area food banks sounding the alarm about donationsBay Area food banks are facing unprecedented challenges due to increased food assistance needs and decreased financial support.
How Do Food Banks Actually Work?Food assistance can have a profound emotional impact on those in need, affirming the importance of compassion in social work.
CSSY seeks donations for Yomim TovimCSSY works to ensure all families in Crown Heights have food and essentials during Yom Tov amid rising food prices.
After financial struggles, Reaching-Out Community Services reopens food pantry in new location Brooklyn PaperReaching-Out Community Services resumed operations at a new site, overcoming financial struggles to continue supporting low-income families facing food insecurity.
Exclusive | NYC grinches steal 'thousands' in food stamps from senior living residents ahead of holidaysThieves stole thousands of dollars in food stamp benefits from a Queens senior living center just before the holidays, impacting vulnerable residents.
Brooklyn Org Spark Prize Winner: Community Help in Park SlopeCHiPS has been awarded the 2025 Spark Prize to enhance services for expectant and new mothers.
Bay Area food banks sounding the alarm about donationsBay Area food banks are facing unprecedented challenges due to increased food assistance needs and decreased financial support.
How Do Food Banks Actually Work?Food assistance can have a profound emotional impact on those in need, affirming the importance of compassion in social work.
CSSY seeks donations for Yomim TovimCSSY works to ensure all families in Crown Heights have food and essentials during Yom Tov amid rising food prices.
A judge ordered foreign aid to resume. Aid groups say it's not happening.U.S. foreign aid chaos persists despite a court order, risking global humanitarian efforts.
Why a card with a QR code brings hope to the hungry in EthiopiaThe necessity of a secure and transparent food aid distribution system in Ethiopia after previous corruption. Better registration is essential for effective aid delivery.
A judge ordered foreign aid to resume. Aid groups say it's not happening.U.S. foreign aid chaos persists despite a court order, risking global humanitarian efforts.
Why a card with a QR code brings hope to the hungry in EthiopiaThe necessity of a secure and transparent food aid distribution system in Ethiopia after previous corruption. Better registration is essential for effective aid delivery.
Brooklyn Victims Speak Out About Stolen SNAP BenefitsSNAP fraud is rampant in NYC, leaving many without funds for groceries due to stolen benefits.
NYC Recovers $48 Million in Stolen SNAP, Cash Assistance BenefitsNew York City recovered $47.7 million in stolen benefits for 95,000 low-income families impacted by EBT card skimming.
SNAP theft reimbursements could end for many without congressional action by FridayThe expiration of funds for reimbursing stolen SNAP benefits could significantly impact low-income families, especially before the holiday season.
Why Won't the Federal Government Reimburse People Whose Food Stamps are Stolen?EBT theft severely impacts low-income families, with California reporting $15 million stolen monthly and reimbursement funds cut.
Brooklyn Victims Speak Out About Stolen SNAP BenefitsSNAP fraud is rampant in NYC, leaving many without funds for groceries due to stolen benefits.
NYC Recovers $48 Million in Stolen SNAP, Cash Assistance BenefitsNew York City recovered $47.7 million in stolen benefits for 95,000 low-income families impacted by EBT card skimming.
SNAP theft reimbursements could end for many without congressional action by FridayThe expiration of funds for reimbursing stolen SNAP benefits could significantly impact low-income families, especially before the holiday season.
Why Won't the Federal Government Reimburse People Whose Food Stamps are Stolen?EBT theft severely impacts low-income families, with California reporting $15 million stolen monthly and reimbursement funds cut.
$17.8 million in food funding for Austin-area kids is on the line when the Legislature convenes - Austin MonitorTexas may lose over $17.8 million in food assistance if they do not participate in the Summer EBT program.
North Bay food bank issues holiday SOS for donationsThere is an unprecedented need for food assistance in North Bay, far surpassing the donations received by local food banks.
Pantry collaboration expands mission to fight food insecurity | Cornell ChronicleEnfield Food Distribution is expanding due to increased demand, highlighting the impact of the pandemic and inflation on food assistance.
A North Brooklyn Guide to Volunteering this Holiday Season - GreenpointersThere are multiple volunteer opportunities in North Brooklyn to support local communities during the holiday season.
7 ways to do good in the D.C. area this ThanksgivingVolunteering during Thanksgiving in D.C. offers diverse opportunities to help families in need and engage with the community.
Identifying Volunteer Opportunities for Older AdultsTom Thousand exemplifies how retirees can continue contributing positively to their communities through dedicated volunteer work.
What's News, Breaking: Friday, March 15, 2024Ramadan is a month of service and spiritual development for Muslim communities.Partnership provides over 8,500 halal meals at grab-and-go sites across New York City during Ramadan.
A North Brooklyn Guide to Volunteering this Holiday Season - GreenpointersThere are multiple volunteer opportunities in North Brooklyn to support local communities during the holiday season.
7 ways to do good in the D.C. area this ThanksgivingVolunteering during Thanksgiving in D.C. offers diverse opportunities to help families in need and engage with the community.
Identifying Volunteer Opportunities for Older AdultsTom Thousand exemplifies how retirees can continue contributing positively to their communities through dedicated volunteer work.
What's News, Breaking: Friday, March 15, 2024Ramadan is a month of service and spiritual development for Muslim communities.Partnership provides over 8,500 halal meals at grab-and-go sites across New York City during Ramadan.
New York City Will Stop Giving Debit Cards to MigrantsNew York City will end a pilot program providing debit cards to migrant families due to a decline in their population and contract investigations.
Summer food program helping South Bay families in need shop for groceriesSUN Bucks provides essential food support for California families during summer months when school lunch programs are paused.
Big changes afoot for US women and children's nutrition program | Cornell ChronicleSignificant revisions to the WIC food package enhance nutritional quality, incorporating more whole grains, seafood, and a focus on fresh fruits and vegetables.
State to Send $120 Per Child in Summer EBT MoneyNew York issued nearly $200 million in food assistance to 1.5 million low-income children through the Summer EBT program.
NY providing $200M in summer food assistance for families: HochulNew York state is distributing $200 million in federal summer food assistance to 1.5+ million children via the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer program.
State to Send $120 Per Child in Summer EBT MoneyNew York issued nearly $200 million in food assistance to 1.5 million low-income children through the Summer EBT program.
NY providing $200M in summer food assistance for families: HochulNew York state is distributing $200 million in federal summer food assistance to 1.5+ million children via the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer program.
New York City begins giving illegal immigrants prepaid debit cards as part of $53 million pilot programPrepaid debit cards given to migrant families in NYC for food and baby supplies.$53 million pilot program in NYC provides migrant families with up to $350 each week.
NYC launches $53 million illegal immigrant debit card programIllegal immigrants in NYC are receiving pre-paid debit cards for daily necessitiesCity's aim to replace food boxes for illegal immigrants with $53 million pilot program
New York City begins giving illegal immigrants prepaid debit cards as part of $53 million pilot programPrepaid debit cards given to migrant families in NYC for food and baby supplies.$53 million pilot program in NYC provides migrant families with up to $350 each week.
NYC launches $53 million illegal immigrant debit card programIllegal immigrants in NYC are receiving pre-paid debit cards for daily necessitiesCity's aim to replace food boxes for illegal immigrants with $53 million pilot program