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Sally and her grandkids show off the food they received

How one grandma keeps food on the table without work or help from SNAP

On a blustery day in late October, a Feeding America West Michigan truck pulls up in front of Ridgeview Elementary in Sparta. Volunteers and school staff begin unloading an abundance of food – squash, sweet potatoes, beef, milk, pop tarts … Continue reading →

Posted on November 29, 2020January 14, 2021 in Client Spotlights

Proposed Budget Targets Hunger-Relief Program for Big Cuts

More than 43 million Americans receive food through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the same program the White House hopes to cut by 25 percent over the next decade.

Posted on May 22, 2017May 22, 2017 in Food for Thought

What’s the Best Way to Get SNAP Users to Eat Healthy?

Millions of Americans get help buying groceries from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. With diabetes, obesity, and other diet-related illnesses widespread among all Americans, our country has a vested interest in making sure they’re eating healthy food.

Posted on October 12, 2016October 12, 2016 in Food for Thought

Should Food Stamp Users Be Able to Order Food Online?

For people with busy schedules, ordering food online and having it delivered to your door is a convenient way to keep the fridge stocked with healthy food.

Posted on July 25, 2016July 25, 2016 in Food for Thought

Mobile Pantries: Crossing Food Deserts to Meet the Need

In the old days, it was up to people in need to find their way to a food pantry, even if they didn’t have a car. Today the pantries come to them.

Posted on June 14, 2016June 14, 2016 in Food for Thought

Contrary to What You’ve Heard, Food Stamp Spending is Declining

It’s a common political talking point: More people are on food stamps (SNAP) than ever before. The implication is that government spending on food assistance is out of control.

Posted on April 21, 2016May 8, 2016 in Food for Thought

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