Blog
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July 13, 2012
Why We Need Food Assistance Now More Than Ever
The Capital Area Food Bank strongly disagrees with the notion that “growth in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) is being driven by politics as usual.”
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July 12, 2012
Stories From a Stocked Kitchen
Resident Dietitian Jodi Balis talks dry goods strategy and cornmeal bakes.
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July 11, 2012
The Magic of Gardening
Gardeners take great pleasure knowing the little seed they once planted became a delicious and healthy addition to their meal.
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July 10, 2012
Getting Fancy with It
The Capital Area Food Bank recently had the unique opportunity to collect 135,000 pounds of food leftover from the 58th Summer Fancy Food Show.
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July 9, 2012
Here We Go Again
According to findings from Feeding America, the House could cut an additional $11.5 billion in SNAP funds.
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July 9, 2012
Free Summer Meals for Children and Teens
Help the Capital Area Food Bank spread the word about where children and teens can eat for free this summer.
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July 5, 2012
Big Help Comes in Small Packages
As demonstrated by the fourth grade students at Immanuel Bible School, volunteering can be done by people of all ages.
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July 3, 2012
Four Generations of Answering the Call
We are problem solvers, interviewers and legacy-makers. We are Hunger Lifeline Coordinators at the Capital Area Food Bank.
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July 3, 2012
These Wheels Are on Fire
In the past year, the food bank has shifted into high gear as more staff members are riding their bikes to work, proving that spinning your wheels really can get you somewhere.
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June 28, 2012
Never Too Early to Raise Hunger Awareness
As summer continues to heat up, so does the broader conversation on domestic hunger issues and securing access to fresh, nutritious food for all Americans.