Higher interest rates will do nothing to reverse the surging costs of basics such as meat or eggs. But shoring up the supply chain would help.
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Giving Voice: Community is the key to success
When I started to volunteer at Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program in 2009, little did I know this choice would lead to so many opportunities and collaborations with other Brunswick nonprofits. My experience, though hardly unique, demonstrates how much we can accomplish as a community when we are open to sharing resources, talent and time […]
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Commentary: Let’s end hunger in Maine, especially among children
The Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger is fighting for the nearly 37,000 people under 18 who are facing food insecurity in our state.
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Another View: We need a hit song on food insecurity, not a hit job on SNAP
Food stamps – which help 12.5% of Americans – should be low on the list of things to complain about.
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Food banks join effort to end hunger in state by 2030
The Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future has convened a committee of 40 permanent members who will work together to implement Maine’s ‘Roadmap to End Hunger by 2030.’
Posted inTimes Record
Bowdoinham Community School to open food pantry for students
Bowdoinham Food Pantry has teamed up with the elementary school to open a school market after Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program ended its backpack food assistance program.
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Brunswick indoor food pantry reopens after pandemic shutdown
The Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program has seen a rise in demand for its food pantry due to the expiration of pandemic benefits and higher food and housing costs.
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Bath Area Family YMCA fights summer food insecurity
Meals are available at 13 mobile delivery sites and one stationary location on weekdays through Aug. 25.
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Freeport Community Services launches Summer Snacks food program
Freeport Community Services launched its new Summer Snacks food program on June 28, and the strong community response shows a clear need in the Freeport and Pownal communities, according to FCS. The demand for the student food program comes amid a marked increase in demand at the FCS Food Pantry, alongside a decline in food […]
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Hot Lunch Summer returns to the Midcoast, providing free and nutritious meals for kids
A summer lunch program hosted by Maine Hunger Prevention Program and Maine Department of Education lessens the burden for families who participate in free school lunch programs during the year.