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WhyHunger was selected as one of only 50 organizations around the globe awarded as part of Citi Foundations’ first-ever Global Innovation Challenge! The grant program provided a total of $25 million to pilot or expand catalytic solutions to improve food security globally. With funds from the Global Innovation Challenge, WhyHunger will partner with grassroots organizations in 8 countries across 4
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Sabrina Christiansen [email protected] / ​801-836-0789 NEW YORK (September 5, 2023) – WhyHunger, a non-profit working to end world hunger and the injustices that cause it, is excited to announce a partnership with the digital contest fundraising platform, Fandiem, along with the Grammy Award-winning American blues and rock group, Tedeschi Trucks Band. Together, they are giving fans
June is National LGBTQ+ month! There are so many amazing organizations that raise awareness, challenge discrimination, and provide crucial support for mental health and well-being for the LGBTQ+ community. To celebrate, WhyHunger is uplifting five inspiring organizations to support!  Iridescent Earth Collective Queer, Black & Latinx led farm group growing food upstate for mutual aid in the Bronx! How can
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Alex Kofsky  301-775-1851 [email protected] New York (June 27, 2023)—WhyHunger—a leader in the movement to end hunger and advance the human right to nutritious food in the U.S. and around the world—today announced Jenique Jones as the organization’s newly appointed executive director. A seasoned non-profit leader in the hunger space, Jones joins WhyHunger from City Harvest,
By: Krystal Lee As AAPI heritage month comes to an end, we would like to highlight these five AAPI restaurants in New York City that were hand-picked by our Communications Intern. These are some of her go-to places when craving delicious, authentic eats! Big Wong 67 Mott St New York, NY 10013 Bustling, cash-only joint serving congee, BBQ pork &
Celebrating AAPI authors brings much-needed recognition and appreciation to the diverse voices and experiences within the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. AAPI authors contribute immensely to literature and provide a platform for marginalized voices. To celebrate AAPI Heritage Month, we are highlighting five compelling books by AAPI authors that we are reading this month! The Color of Success: Asian
By: Krystal Lee Supporting AAPI organizations is crucial in promoting social justice, fostering community empowerment, and combating systemic inequities. To celebrate AAPI Heritage Month, we are highlighting five amazing AAPI-led nonprofit organizations to support! Heart of Dinner 愛心餐 Founded at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic to fight food insecurity in the Asian-American elderly population. They serve 1,500+ elders across
Written by: Krystal Lee Farmers markets are a vibrant hub of sustainability. As consumers, we are constantly looking for ways to access quality and nutritious food. However, we should also be conscious about reducing our impact on the environment. Farmers markets provide a solution to this challenge by supporting small, local farmers and their operations. This helps to strengthen the
Saludos, compañeras, compañeros y compañerxs. Nos complace compartir con ustedes nuestro primer boletín trimestral del año. El equipo de Programas de WhyHunger espera compartir más con ustedes a este año - desde información programática importante hasta recursos ofrecidos en el sector filantrópico y comunicaciones y acciones que estamos elevando desde y dentro de los movimientos. Si hay alguna forma en
Women authors have played a crucial role in broadening the scope of literature. They have often had to overcome significant obstacles to have their voices heard. Their efforts have led to the creation of iconic literary works that have inspired readers for generations. In honor of Women’s History Month, please join us in celebrating and supporting women authors! Our Stories,

Statement from WhyHunger on Lawsuit Against Trump Administration’s Plan to Cut Food Stamps

New York (January 17, 2020) – Alison Cohen, Senior Director of Programs at WhyHunger, issued the following statement regarding the lawsuit filed by 14 states, Washington, D.C. and New York Read more.
Hungerthon Campaign Raises $1 Million to End Hunger for Good

New York (January 6, 2020) —WhyHunger— a leader in the movement to end hunger and advance the human right to nutritious food in the U.S. and around the world—today announced Read more.
Statement from WhyHunger on the Unwarranted SNAP Requirements

Statement from WhyHunger on the Unwarranted SNAP Requirements New York (December 4, 2019) – Noreen Springstead, executive director of WhyHunger, issued the following statement regarding the tightening of work requirements Read more.
WhyHunger’s Hungerthon Campaign Aims to End Hunger

WhyHunger’s Hungerthon Campaign Aims to End Hunger – 34thannual awareness month and fundraising drive launches November 1 –   New York (October 30, 2019)—WhyHunger— a leader in the movement to Read more.


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Food Access Problems need Food Justice Solutions

Canadians have a right to food – sort of. In accordance with the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, which the Canadian government ratified in 1976, everyone living Read more.
Solidarity, Education and Action! Comedores Sociales: An emerging movement in Puerto Rico

Before Hurricanes Irma and Maria struck in 2017, a large percentage of Puerto Ricans faced food insecurity on a daily basis. In fact, Puerto Ricans were 4 times more likely Read more.
L’agroécologie

L’agroécologie permet aux communautés de définir eux-mêmes leurs propres solutions pour produire des aliments sains et conserver les eaux et les sols.   Read more.
Agroecology

WhyHunger is proud to release its first agroecology publication, “Agroecology: Putting Food Sovereignty into Action.” Agroecology is an agricultural method… Read more.


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