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Commodities and Subsidies, Explained
You've probably heard of commodities and the subsidies the government pays the people (or businesses) who grow them. But what are commodities, anyway? Who gets subsidies, how do they work, and why?
22-08-2012
Food Deserts: In the News
Articles and news discussing the causes of food deserts, debate about the term itself, and proposed solutions to increasing healthy food access.
21-08-2012
Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon
20-08-2012
On Film: Generation Food
By Siena Chrisman, Programs Communications Manager We're excited here at WhyHunger about our friend Raj Patel's new "fair film" and community-building project, Generation Food. The project's focus on locally-based knowledge, agroecology, and community-driven change are right in line with our mission, and we're looking forward to seeing these stories brought beautifully to life on film by Raj and Steve James,
16-08-2012
Stories from the National Hunger Hotline: Helping Families in Crisis
The National Hunger Hotline (NHH), a service of WhyHunger’s National Hunger Clearinghouse, provides real-time referrals for people in need across the U.S. to emergency food and assistance programs. Receiving an average of 700 calls per month, the NHH is a portal to information, assistance, and resources, ultimately empowering families and individuals to meet their vital needs including fresh, healthy food.
15-08-2012
Thank You Carolyn Wonderland & Blurred Vision
A big thank you goes out to AAH&P members Carolyn Wonderland and Blurred Vision for their recent fundraising efforts on behalf of WhyHunger. On July 18th, we were lucky enough to catch Carolyn Won
15-08-2012
Cherry Poppin’ Daddies & Grind Out Hunger Benefit
Through our AAH&P program, we have the unique opportunity of connecting artists to grassroots organizations nationwide that are focused on a local level on ending hunger and poverty. We take pri
15-08-2012
Satinwood Harry Chapin Tribute
On Saturday August 25th, the band Satinwood, along with original Chapin band members "Big John" Wallace and Howard Fields, will be performing a tribute concert to the late great Harry Chapin. The co
15-08-2012
The Nutopians On Tour
AAH&P member The Nutopians are hitting the road showcasing their "Imagined" CD and supporting WhyHunger along the way. Upcoming shows include stops in New York City at City Winery, Norfolk, CT a
15-08-2012
How Other Politics Affect the Food and Farm Bill
Historic drought, ongoing economic downturn, budget negotiations
14-08-2012
Commodities and Subsidies, Explained
You've probably heard of commodities and the subsidies the government pays the people (or businesses) who grow them. But what are commodities, anyway? Who gets subsidies, how do they work, and why?
22-08-2012
Food Deserts: In the News
Articles and news discussing the causes of food deserts, debate about the term itself, and proposed solutions to increasing healthy food access.
21-08-2012
Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon
20-08-2012
On Film: Generation Food
By Siena Chrisman, Programs Communications Manager We're excited here at WhyHunger about our friend Raj Patel's new "fair film" and community-building project, Generation Food. The project's focus on locally-based knowledge, agroecology, and community-driven change are right in line with our mission, and we're looking forward to seeing these stories brought beautifully to life on film by Raj and Steve James,
16-08-2012
Stories from the National Hunger Hotline: Helping Families in Crisis
The National Hunger Hotline (NHH), a service of WhyHunger’s National Hunger Clearinghouse, provides real-time referrals for people in need across the U.S. to emergency food and assistance programs. Receiving an average of 700 calls per month, the NHH is a portal to information, assistance, and resources, ultimately empowering families and individuals to meet their vital needs including fresh, healthy food.
15-08-2012
Thank You Carolyn Wonderland & Blurred Vision
A big thank you goes out to AAH&P members Carolyn Wonderland and Blurred Vision for their recent fundraising efforts on behalf of WhyHunger. On July 18th, we were lucky enough to catch Carolyn Won
15-08-2012
Cherry Poppin’ Daddies & Grind Out Hunger Benefit
Through our AAH&P program, we have the unique opportunity of connecting artists to grassroots organizations nationwide that are focused on a local level on ending hunger and poverty. We take pri
15-08-2012
Satinwood Harry Chapin Tribute
On Saturday August 25th, the band Satinwood, along with original Chapin band members "Big John" Wallace and Howard Fields, will be performing a tribute concert to the late great Harry Chapin. The co
15-08-2012
The Nutopians On Tour
AAH&P member The Nutopians are hitting the road showcasing their "Imagined" CD and supporting WhyHunger along the way. Upcoming shows include stops in New York City at City Winery, Norfolk, CT a
15-08-2012
How Other Politics Affect the Food and Farm Bill
Historic drought, ongoing economic downturn, budget negotiations
14-08-2012