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Feeding Missouri Announces New Board Leadership, Welcomes Lindsay Young Lopez as Board President
JEFFERSON CITY, MO. — Feeding Missouri recently announced a transition in board leadership, welcoming Lindsay Young Lopez as Board President as the organization continues its statewide, collaborative work to strengthen hunger relief across Missouri. Lopez serves as...
Missouri’s Food Banks Prepare to Support Neighbors Amid Uncertainty
As Missouri monitors potential delays in November SNAP benefits, food banks are responding withsteady leadership and community support. JEFFERSON CITY, MO. — As the federal government shutdown continues and the Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS) advises that...
Feeding Missouri names Leigh Anne Haun as Executive Director
Leigh Anne’s passion for strengthening communities and her experience in relationship building and advocacy make her a strong asset for Missouri’s food banks during a time of much uncertainty and escalating food insecurity,” said Joey Keys, President of the Feeding Missouri Board
Together in 2025: Continuing Innovations in the Fight Against Hunger
As we continue into this new year, we remain hopeful for a better future—one where none of our neighbors has to wonder where their next meal will come from. Unfortunately, the reality is that an increasing number of individuals across our nation are seeking charitable...
Hunger Beyond the Headlines: Food insecurity among military families
Military families make many sacrifices so their loved ones can bravely serve our country. Unfortunately, one of the challenges they are being asked to take on is struggling to afford basic necessities like food. A recent study found that nearly one-fourth (24%) of...
Hunger Beyond the Headlines: Utility assistance may be available for Missourians facing difficult trade-offs
Many people in Missouri struggle to afford basic needs despite having a job. They often have to choose between buying food and paying for utilities. In fact, according to a recent study, nearly half of those helped by the Feeding Missouri network have had to make this...