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New Milford woman leads global anti-poverty organization

The founders of World Hunger Year sought to end hunger and poverty by supporting grass-roots movements and community solutions. Today, WhyHunger is known for its annual Hungerthon campaign, running this year…

November 20, 2018

Food insecurity

The annual health care costs associated with hunger are estimated to be $130.5 billion in the U.S. alone, showing that addressing food insecurity and poor nutrition is a necessary step…

November 15, 2018

SiriusXM to Participate in WhyHunger's Hungerthon for 10th Straight Year

For a tenth consecutive year, SiriusXM will participate in WhyHunger's annual Hungerthon campaign, it was announced Wednesday (Nov. 14). The annual Thanksgiving radio tradition began in 1975, according to Hungerthon's…

November 14, 2018

Hard Rock International Collaborates With WhyHunger On New Bruce Springsteen Signature Series: Edition 36 Merchandise Collection

Hard Rock International is partnering with WhyHunger to release the brand's latest limited-edition merchandise line on Oct. 2. The Bruce Springsteen Signature Series: Edition 36 collection supports WhyHunger's work to…

October 02, 2018

The 2018 Farm Bill is a crisis of democracy

The social contract between our government and its people is hanging on by a thread. If the 2018 Farm Bill is any indication of the strength of that last thread,…

July 21, 2018

August 17, 2017

August 17, 2017

Tom Morello's Rage Against Injustice

WhyHunger is in Billboard Magazine's 2016 Music + Philanthropy issue along with our partners at Food Chain Workers Alliance and longtime supporter Tom Morello.

November 02, 2016

Interview with Noreen Springstead, Executive Director of WhyHunger

Interview with New York City Food Policy Center and WhyHunger Executive Director, Noreen Springstead.

October 26, 2016

How to Help Fight Hunger

Alison Cohen, Senior Director of Programs, sits down with WNBC4 New York to share five fresh tips on how to fight hunger for the holidays.

October 25, 2016

Giving Back To End Hunger

Alison Cohen speaks to ABC 7 Chicago about the different ways you can help end hunger.

October 04, 2016

Prophets of Rage to Perform Surprise Set at Governors Ball

After a cancelled GovBall performances, Prophets of Rage dedicate proceeds from make-up show in Brooklyn, to WhyHunger.

July 13, 2016

Kenny Loggins on the Joy of Giving Back and What Makes WhyHunger Cool

Q&A with recent WhyHunger Chapin Awards honoree Kenny Loggins

July 12, 2016

Tom Morello Wins Humanitarian Award, Addresses N.W.A Rock Hall Controversy

July 12, 2016

Landmark program to end world hunger

Bill Ayres and Jen Chapin discuss hunger, poverty and the role we can play in finding solutions.

July 12, 2016

Rockland-Bergen Music Festival lineup announced

Music festival hosts 15 charitable organizations on-site, including WhyHunger.

July 12, 2016

At Ethical Brew in Teaneck, Live Folk Music Meets Social Action

Socially-conscious musical shows benefit organizations like WhyHunger.

July 12, 2016

Antihunger Organization’s Radical Message: ‘Charity Won’t End Hunger’

WhyHunger's approach in working to end hunger, goes beyond charity.

July 12, 2016

Tom Morello And Kenny Loggins Honored At WhyHunger Chapin Awards

May 19, 2016

The WhyHunger Awards and My Full Circle Moment

Writer Ilene Angel discusses the memorable full circle moments she had at the WhyHunger Chapin Awards.

May 18, 2016

Emily Kinney Interview

March 19, 2016

Talking About Food with WhyHunger Activists, Tess and Beatriz

March 19, 2016

Southside Johnny Plays 30th Annual Hungerthon

March 19, 2016

Emily Kinney’s Taking Over Our SnapChat for a Solid Cause

March 19, 2016

Emily Kinney on why watching The Walking Dead now is like going back to high school

March 19, 2016

For Love and for the Love of Lennon in New York City: 35th Annual Tribute Concert Preview

March 19, 2016

Deb Gordon with Suzanne Babb and Denny Marsh

March 19, 2016

Make it Plain with Mark Thompson Broadcast Live from Bed-Stuy Campaign Against Hunger with Alison Cohen

March 19, 2016

Stories From Main Street: In 30th Year, Hungerthon Needed More Than Ever, Organizers Say

March 19, 2016

It’s Hungerthon Day! Join the Fight to End Hunger in America Now

March 19, 2016

Family Circle

WhyHunger featured in Family Circle's "Best Of" List for November, 2015

March 19, 2016

Grassroots Struggle for Food Sovereignty and Liberation of Black Cultures

March 19, 2016

Steve Adubato’s Lessons in Leadership

March 19, 2016

Creating Harmony With WHYHUNGER

Creating Harmony with WhyHunger

March 19, 2016

Millennial Startup Founders Are the Must-Have Item This Fundraising Season

March 19, 2016

Black and Afro-Indigenous Farmers Share 2015 Food Sovereignty Prize

March 19, 2016

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Must-Try AAPI Restaurants in NYC

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 &

01-06-2023

What We’re Reading: AAPI Heritage Month 2023

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

19-05-2023

AAPI Organizations to Support

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

19-05-2023

Earth Month 2023: Support Farmers Markets!

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

25-04-2023

Noticias del Programa Movimientos Globales de WhyHunger

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

28-03-2023

What We’re Reading: Women’s History Month 2023

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,

24-03-2023

Notícias do Programa de Movimentos Globais da WhyHunger

Notícias do Programa de Movimentos Globais da WhyHunger Saudações, compañeras, compañeros e compañerxs. Temos o prazer de compartilhar com vocês nossa primeira boletim trimestral do ano. A equipe de Programas da WhyHunger espera compartilhar mais com você este ano - desde informações programáticas importantes até recursos oferecidos no setor filantrópico, passando pelas comunicações e ações que estamos levantando a partir

23-03-2023

Women-Led Organizations to Support

To celebrate Women’s History month, we are highlighting five incredible women-led nonprofit organizations worth supporting. Women have always been an integral part of history and should continue to be celebrated and empowered in all aspects of society. Join WhyHunger in honoring the achievements and contributions of women throughout history. Acta Non Verba Founded and led mainly by women of color

21-03-2023

Updates from The Global Movements Program at WhyHunger

Greetings comrades and partners. We are excited to share with you our first quarterly update of the year. The Programs team at WhyHunger looks forward to sharing more with you throughout the year: from important programmatic information to resources being offered in the philanthropic sector to communications and actions we are elevating from and within the movements. Please be in

17-03-2023

SNAP Benefits Cut Amidst Rising Food Prices

Written by: Krystal Lee Millions of American households currently rely on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps, to help meet their basic needs. Unfortunately, these individuals are about to lose hundreds of dollars from their monthly grocery budget due to cuts in the 2023 Omnibus spending bill. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Congress increased SNAP benefits

23-02-2023