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Girl holding fruits in a grocery store, symbolizing access to healthy food in Georgia.

Healthy food is one of Georgia’s most practical health investments

by Mel Lindsey, President, Amerigroup GeorgiaMarch 31, 2026March 31, 2026

Healthy food is one of Georgia’s most practical health investments, shaping heart health, managing chronic conditions, and reducing healthcare costs.

A family in Gaza facing severe food insecurity amidst destroyed buildings and empty food containers.

Hunger Crisis in Gaza: A Catastrophic Humanitarian Emergency

by Samuel E. OrtizMarch 17, 2026March 17, 2026

Volunteers at the St. Louis Area Foodbank pack boxes for the "Food on the Move" program, showcasing community support in East St. Louis.

Community News Networks

Metro East St. Louis News: Community in Crisis: East St. Louis Faces Federal Grant Loss, Violent Crime, and Food Insecurity

by Samuel E. OrtizDecember 26, 2025December 26, 2025

A person walking on a sunny suburban street, carrying two reusable shopping bags, with parked cars and greenery in the background.

Hunger at the Feast: How Food Insecurity Impacts Health During Thanksgiving

by Artemis IngramNovember 7, 2025November 7, 2025

Children eating lunch at a school cafeteria, with segmented trays, milk cartons, and oranges, symbolizing healthy and equitable meals.

What Happens When Every Child Gets to Eat at School?

by Alvin BuyinzaNovember 7, 2025November 7, 2025

Volunteers distribute food, including fresh produce and packaged goods, at a community event, highlighting the importance of SNAP benefits.

Articulated Insight

Forty Million Americans Without Food: How the Halt of SNAP Benefits Will Show Up in Communities Across America

by Dr. Frederick EcholsOctober 27, 2025October 27, 2025

Volunteers package corn at a food bank, highlighting the importance of data in addressing food insecurity and resource allocation.

The Narrative Matters

USDA cuts 30-year survey of food insecurity

by USDA News ReleaseOctober 17, 2025October 17, 2025

How Systemic Change Can Combat Childhood Obesity

by David BeckfordSeptember 6, 2025September 6, 2025

Food

Cargill Donates $250,000 to Atlanta Community Food Bank as Demand for Food Assistance Continues to Soar

by The Newsletter 05January 18, 2025January 19, 2025