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Kent School to Host 10th Annual Empty Bowls Event to Combat Food Insecurity

Kent School to Host 10th Annual Empty Bowls Event to Combat Food Insecurity

Kent School in Chestertown is preparing to host its 10th annual Empty Bowls benefit on Friday, November 13, at 6 p.m. The event aims to support local families experiencing food insecurity. Every student at Kent School, from preschool through eighth grade, will create a ceramic bowl for the occasion. Members of the public are invited to attend and can purchase a bowl for $10, which includes a choice of homemade soups. All proceeds generated from the event will directly benefit the Kent County Food Pantry. This initiative is part of a broader, grassroots Empty Bowls movement, where artists and craftspeople globally raise funds for food-related charities. The project also serves as an educational tool, teaching students about hunger in their community and the significance of helping others through hands-on participation. In addition to the Empty Bowls event, Kent School students are actively involved in organizing a food drive, coat drive, and diaper drive to further assist those in need.

WhyHunger Seeks Events Specialist to Coordinate Fundraising and Cultivation Events

WhyHunger Seeks Events Specialist to Coordinate Fundraising and Cultivation Events

WhyHunger, a non-profit organization dedicated to ending hunger and advancing the human right to nutritious food, is seeking an Events Specialist. This role, part of the Development team, will be responsible for coordinating the planning, project management, and execution of various fundraising and cultivation events. The specialist will report to the head of Institutional Giving and will eventually lead the day-to-day planning for major annual events such as the Chapin Awards Gala, Hungerthon Hustle, and Amplified concert. Additionally, the role involves coordinating donor site visits, smaller cultivation events, and artist activations. The Events Specialist will manage event consultants, coordinate logistics with vendors, and ensure internal teams are aligned on responsibilities and deadlines. This hybrid position is based in the NYC Metro area and requires occasional evening and weekend availability for events and related travel. The organization, founded in 1975, focuses on addressing the root causes o...

Ameriprise Financial Mobilizes Employees and Advisors for 17th Annual Hunger-Relief Day of Service

Ameriprise Financial Mobilizes Employees and Advisors for 17th Annual Hunger-Relief Day of Service

Ameriprise Financial Mobilizes Employees and Advisors for 17th Annual Hunger-Relief Day of Service

Grocery Retailers Launch Diverse Hunger Relief Campaigns Ahead of Holidays Amid Rising Food Insecurity

Grocery Retailers Launch Diverse Hunger Relief Campaigns Ahead of Holidays Amid Rising Food Insecurity

As the holiday season approaches and food insecurity reaches its highest level in a decade, grocery retailers across the U.S. are launching various campaigns to combat hunger. Hannaford Supermarkets is investing $500,000 in Maine nutrition programs, part of its 'Eat Well, Be Well' initiative, which has provided $5 million since 2022. This funding will support programs like Preble Street's 'Harvest to Home' for chef-prepared meals, The Christine B. Foundation's cancer nutrition services, MaineHealth's 'ProduceRx' program, and The Dempsey Center's 'Nutrition and Garden Program.' Albertsons Companies' Southern Market banners (Tom Thumb, Albertsons, Randalls) are running a 'Holiday Bucks' checkout campaign with a goal of raising $1 million, with all proceeds staying in local communities. The Save Mart Companies and Keurig Dr Pepper have renewed their 'Friends Feeding Friends' food drive, aiming to collect donations through 'Pantry Packs' and corporate contributions. Food City is conducting its 34th 'Race Again...

Purolator Tackle Hunger Campaign Delivers Nearly 210,000 Meals to Food Banks Across North America

Purolator Tackle Hunger Campaign Delivers Nearly 210,000 Meals to Food Banks Across North America

The fourth annual Purolator Tackle Hunger National Red Bag campaign successfully delivered the equivalent of 208,123 meals to local food banks across Canada and the United States. This initiative, which ran throughout September and October as part of Hunger Action Month, saw employees, customers, and community members contribute to the effort. Purolator volunteers distributed over 66,000 reusable Red Bags door-to-door in 25 communities in both countries, collecting non-perishable food donations that were then delivered directly to participating food banks. Since its inception in 2023, the National Red Bag campaign has provided more than 720,000 meals to communities facing food insecurity. This year, the campaign also introduced a virtual Red Bag option, allowing for online monetary donations to further support hunger relief efforts. John Ferguson, President and CEO of Purolator, expressed gratitude for the growing support, noting the increasing need for such initiatives.

Subaru of America's 'Share the Love' Event Donates Over $320 Million to Charities

Subaru of America's 'Share the Love' Event Donates Over $320 Million to Charities

Subaru of America's 'Share the Love' Event Donates Over $320 Million to Charities

Link Logistics Exceeds $10 Million in Community Grants for Hunger Relief and Education

Link Logistics Exceeds $10 Million in Community Grants for Hunger Relief and Education

Link Logistics Exceeds $10 Million in Community Grants for Hunger Relief and Education

Governor Tate Reeves Directs Major Poultry and Egg Donation to Mississippi Food Network and Salvation Army

Governor Tate Reeves Directs Major Poultry and Egg Donation to Mississippi Food Network and Salvation Army

Governor Tate Reeves has directed the annual donation of chicken meat and eggs from Mississippi's poultry and egg companies to the Mississippi Food Network (MFN) and the Salvation Army. This year's donation, which marks the start of the 2026 giving season, includes 519,600 servings of protein. Specifically, the charities will receive 97,500 pounds of chicken meat and 129,600 eggs. This initiative is a long-standing tradition, with Governor Reeves coordinating the effort for seven years. The Mississippi Poultry Association, through its members like Amick Farms, Cal Maine Foods, Koch Foods, Mar-Jac Poultry MS, Peco Foods, Tyson Foods, and Wayne-Sanderson Farms, facilitates this substantial contribution. Since the program's inception, over 1 million pounds of chicken and more than 2 million eggs have been donated, totaling six million servings of protein to assist Mississippians in need.

Global Produce Floral Show Donates Over 270,000 Pounds of Fresh Goods to Central Florida Communities

Global Produce Floral Show Donates Over 270,000 Pounds of Fresh Goods to Central Florida Communities

The 2026 Global Produce & Floral Show, held from October 14-16 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, resulted in a significant donation of fresh produce and floral items to Central Florida communities. The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) facilitated the donation of 230,752 pounds of fresh produce and 42,000 pounds of flowers and plants. The produce, rescued in partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, is estimated to provide 192,293 meals to individuals in need. The floral donations, comprising 180 pallets of bouquets, loose stems, potted plants, and outdoor plants, were distributed to over 40 local organizations, including food pantries, senior centers, nursing homes, veterans' care facilities, foster care organizations, and schools serving special needs students and Title I families.

Duke Energy Launches $500,000 Hunger Relief Campaign in South Carolina

Duke Energy Launches $500,000 Hunger Relief Campaign in South Carolina

Duke Energy and the Duke Energy Foundation have initiated a month-long campaign, 'Powering Plates. Nourishing Neighbors.', investing over $500,000 to combat hunger across South Carolina. This initiative supports nearly 70 organizations statewide through financial grants and employee volunteer projects. A key component of the campaign is a new partnership in Florence, establishing a permanent FoodShare South Carolina distribution hub. This hub, a collaboration between My Brother's Keeper Shelter, FoodShare South Carolina, and Duke Energy, aims to provide families in the Pee Dee region with consistent access to fresh, nutritious food. Duke Energy volunteers recently packed and distributed 200 boxes of fresh food in Florence as part of this effort. The campaign also includes events like the fifth annual Yam Jam in Greenville, where over 200 volunteers will pack sweet potatoes, and a Thanksgiving meal packing event for veterans in Sumter.

WhyHunger Launches 41st Annual Hungerthon Campaign Featuring Lucy Dacus and Other Artists

WhyHunger Launches 41st Annual Hungerthon Campaign Featuring Lucy Dacus and Other Artists

WhyHunger has initiated its 41st Annual Hungerthon campaign, a major fundraising and awareness initiative aimed at combating hunger and improving access to nutritious food. The campaign features a lineup of prominent artists, including Lucy Dacus, The Lumineers, and Jason Mraz. A series of events are planned, such as the third annual Hungerthon Hustle, a 4.8K benefit walk/run hosted by Kalen Allen, scheduled for November 7 at New York's Citi Field, with virtual participation also available. A sold-out Amplified Hungerthon Concert featuring Lucy Dacus, with support from Infinity Song and special guest Julio Torres, is set for December 1 at Webster Hall, with all proceeds benefiting WhyHunger's efforts. The campaign also includes radio partnerships with SiriusXM and iHeartMedia New York, an online celebrity auction starting November 10 via Charitybuzz, and exclusive Hungerthon merchandise. Last year's campaign successfully raised $1.4 million, contributing to WhyHunger's broader mission.

Dave Chappelle to Perform at New York Comedy Festival Amidst 22nd Annual Event

Dave Chappelle to Perform at New York Comedy Festival Amidst 22nd Annual Event

Dave Chappelle to Perform at New York Comedy Festival Amidst 22nd Annual Event