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WhyHunger partnered with Vitafusion Gummy Vitamins as an official Hungerthon sponsor. Leveraging the star power of Tiffany Haddish, Vitafusion helped generate widespread attention and momentum for the campaign. Funds donated by Vitafusion and raised through Haddish's media tour fueled WhyHunger’s efforts to combat food insecurity across America, with a portion directed to local communities to produce healthy food. This partnership
21-03-2025
Today, the USDA announced more than $1Billion in cuts to programs that enable schools and food banks to purchase local food. Jenique Jones, executive director of WhyHunger – a non-profit working to end world hunger and the injustices that cause it – issued the following statement: “The recent decision by the USDA to cancel $1 billion in local food purchasing for
18-03-2025
Dead & Company: Amplifying Impact on Tour Dead & Company's commitment to social change extends far beyond the concert stage. Their long-standing partnership with WhyHunger has become a powerful force in our mission to end hunger, bringing the WhyHunger's crucial work directly to their passionate fanbase. For years, the band has generously invited WhyHunger on tour, providing a platform to
05-03-2025
Yoko Ono Lennon: Imagine There's No Hunger - A Legacy of Impact Yoko Ono Lennon's unwavering commitment to peace and social justice fuels the "Imagine There's No Hunger" campaign, a powerful, nearly decade-long partnership with WhyHunger and Hard Rock International. This partnership, steeped in the legacy of John Lennon and pioneered by Yoko Ono Lennon, leverages the iconic "Imagine" lyrics
05-03-2025
Bruce Springsteen: Three Decades of Dedication to WhyHunger Bruce Springsteen's enduring commitment to WhyHunger spans over three decades, making him one of the organization's most steadfast and impactful allies. His support isn't limited to occasional gestures; it's a deep and sustained engagement that has become an integral part of his career. Springsteen has consistently leveraged his prominent platform to amplify
05-03-2025
Rage Against the Machine: Anti-Status Quo. Anti-Hunger. Rage Against the Machine, known for their powerful music and uncompromising activism, turned their 2022 summer tour into a force for social change. By dedicating a portion of ticket sales to WhyHunger, the band channeled the energy of their fans into a powerful movement against hunger. “When starting our 2022 tour, we
05-03-2025
Kevin Bacon PLAY ON (Executive Produced by Kevin Bacon): A National Broadcast for Change Driven by a commitment to social change, Kevin Bacon spearheaded the "PLAY ON" benefit concert special, bringing together music, film, and television stars to support WhyHunger and the NAACP Legal Defense & Educational Fund (LDF). His vision, brought to life through the Play On Fund created
05-03-2025
Harry Belafonte: A Voice That Echoes Across Generations. More than an artist, Harry Belafonte was a force for change. His life's work, a blend of art and activism, amplified the fight against hunger and injustice. Food for Thought: Partnership - The Perfect Pairing: 2003 ASCAP Harry Chapin Humanitarian Award honoree, Civil Rights icon, and WhyHunger champion. Harry Belafonte's partnership was
05-03-2025
Cimafunk, the Grammy-nominated Cuban musician electrifying audiences with his unique blend of funk, hip-hop, and Afro-Cuban rhythms, has become a dynamic partner in WhyHunger's mission to end hunger and poverty. His commitment goes beyond a single performance, representing a genuine dedication to using his talent and platform to amplify the voices of those facing food insecurity. Food For Thought Partnership
05-03-2025
Harry Chapin: The Founding Vision Legacy: Harry Chapin's role as a co-founder of WhyHunger underscores the organization's deep roots in music and social activism. More than just a musician, Chapin was a passionate advocate for social justice, driven by a profound belief in the power of music to inspire change. His vision was clear: to create an organization dedicated to
05-03-2025
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.
January 17, 2020
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.
January 6, 2020
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.
December 5, 2019
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.
October 30, 2019
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.
January 16, 2020
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.
July 8, 2019
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.
April 12, 2018
Agroecology
WhyHunger is proud to release its first agroecology publication, “Agroecology: Putting Food Sovereignty into Action.” Agroecology is an agricultural method… Read more.
April 12, 2018