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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...
September: A Call to Action Against Hunger in Missouri
September is Hunger Action Month. While Feeding Missouri works every day to raise awareness and educate about hunger in Missouri, this month in particular, is an opportunity to encourage action in our communities across the state. Hunger can affect anyone at any...
Hunger Beyond the Headlines: Missouri launches SuNBucks to provide nourishment to over 400,000 children
Missouri’s choice to support the Summer EBT is a wise investment in our community’s future, and the estimated 429,000 children in Missouri are eligible for the program.
SNAP recipients impacted by storms get replacement benefit extension
Originally shared by Missouri DSS - June 5, 2024 JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Missourians who lost food purchased with their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to severe storms on May 25-26, 2024 in Barry, Bollinger, Butler, Carter, New Madrid,...