Earlier this month, the United States Department of Agriculture released the 2023 Economic Research Report on Household Food Security. The newly released statistics detail a disturbing increase in food insecurity over the past year. 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
19-09-2024
WhyHunger's Amplified: Annual Hungerthon Kickoff Concert Presented by EY Comes To New York’s Irving Plaza On October 15 Featuring Performances By The Roots, Grace Bowers + Special Guests Event Raises Critical Funds To Help End Hunger And The Injustices That Cause It August 29, 2024 — WhyHunger, a non-profit working to end world hunger and the injustices that
29-08-2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Ejita Holmes, [email protected] Michael Franti and fellow honorees Jason Chapin, Rick Korn, and S.A. Baron’s celebrated for their commitment to ending hunger at gala hosted by LaChanze NEW YORK (August 6, 2024) – WhyHunger, a global nonprofit dedicated to ending hunger and advancing the human right to nutritious food, is proud to announce Michael Franti will
07-08-2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Ejita Holmes [email protected] |757.535.0013 “Criminalizing poverty and homelessness is a violation of our basic human rights and an ineffective strategy that further penalizes an already marginalized community.” NEW YORK (June 28, 2024) – Jenique Jones, executive director of WhyHunger – a non-profit working to end world hunger and the injustices that cause it – issued the
28-06-2024
By Debbie DePoala For an organization that uplifts “nutritious food is a human right” in their official tagline, there was no question that WhyHunger would have a presence at the 2nd annual national Right to Food Summit held in Syracuse, NY in early June. Sponsored by the National Right to Food Community of Practice and co-organized with leaders in the
26-06-2024
Dear Community, As the temperature rises and the schools prepare to close for summer break, the joy of freedom and adventure fills the air for many children. However, for some, this time marks the beginning of a daunting period of uncertainty and hunger. Working within schools opened my eyes to the harsh truth that for far too many children, the
18-06-2024
Summer EBT Makes a Permanent Splash New for Summer 2024! Summer EBT is officially a permanent program, bridging the hunger gap before back to school season. This important initiative provides families with an extra boost to their grocery budget during those long summer months. How Does it Work? Imagine this: fresh fruits and veggies, nutritious snacks, and wholesome meals –
14-06-2024
Earlier this month, the United States Department of Agriculture released the 2023 Economic Research Report on Household Food Security. The newly released statistics detail a disturbing increase in food insecurity over the past year. 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
19-09-2024
WhyHunger's Amplified: Annual Hungerthon Kickoff Concert Presented by EY Comes To New York’s Irving Plaza On October 15 Featuring Performances By The Roots, Grace Bowers + Special Guests Event Raises Critical Funds To Help End Hunger And The Injustices That Cause It August 29, 2024 — WhyHunger, a non-profit working to end world hunger and the injustices that
29-08-2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Ejita Holmes, [email protected] Michael Franti and fellow honorees Jason Chapin, Rick Korn, and S.A. Baron’s celebrated for their commitment to ending hunger at gala hosted by LaChanze NEW YORK (August 6, 2024) – WhyHunger, a global nonprofit dedicated to ending hunger and advancing the human right to nutritious food, is proud to announce Michael Franti will
07-08-2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Ejita Holmes [email protected] |757.535.0013 “Criminalizing poverty and homelessness is a violation of our basic human rights and an ineffective strategy that further penalizes an already marginalized community.” NEW YORK (June 28, 2024) – Jenique Jones, executive director of WhyHunger – a non-profit working to end world hunger and the injustices that cause it – issued the
28-06-2024
By Debbie DePoala For an organization that uplifts “nutritious food is a human right” in their official tagline, there was no question that WhyHunger would have a presence at the 2nd annual national Right to Food Summit held in Syracuse, NY in early June. Sponsored by the National Right to Food Community of Practice and co-organized with leaders in the
26-06-2024
Dear Community, As the temperature rises and the schools prepare to close for summer break, the joy of freedom and adventure fills the air for many children. However, for some, this time marks the beginning of a daunting period of uncertainty and hunger. Working within schools opened my eyes to the harsh truth that for far too many children, the
18-06-2024
Summer EBT Makes a Permanent Splash New for Summer 2024! Summer EBT is officially a permanent program, bridging the hunger gap before back to school season. This important initiative provides families with an extra boost to their grocery budget during those long summer months. How Does it Work? Imagine this: fresh fruits and veggies, nutritious snacks, and wholesome meals –
14-06-2024