hunger

554,000 in Massachusetts Struggle to Put Food on the Table

Project Bread — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:33:21 -0500

Project Bread, the state’s leading antihunger organization, released numbers from its upcoming annual status report on hunger in the Commonwealth. The disquieting trends described in this report, caused by high unemployment, point to 554,000 people in the Commonwealth struggling with hunger. Food insecurity has found its way into middle class suburbs and has driven low-income people further into crisis. The report argues for a public health approach and asks that the state continue to bring systemic solutions to scale — especially healthy school and summer food programs for kids.

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Strike Out Hunger

Project Bread — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:42:01 -0400

Spare some time to Strike Out Hunger with Project Bread! Today, local families are struggling now more than ever to put food on the table. Make a difference while having a good time at Project Bread’s bowl-a-thon event on Monday, November 9, from 6–10 P.M. at Lucky Strike Lanes/Jillian’s in Boston. The money raised will help ensure that your neighbors in Massachusetts have enough to eat in the tough winter months ahead. For more information or to start a team visit www.projectbread.org/bowlathon.

Boston Assistance Agencies receive $737,278 from Project Bread to Relieve Hunger in Tough Times

Project Bread — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 15:56:07 -0400

Percussion Sensation STOMP Partners with Project Bread to STOMP Out Hunger!

A large gift of funds has been awarded to Boston-area hunger relief agencies to support their work throughout the long winter ahead. Project Bread, the state’s leading antihunger organization, distributed $616,825 to 91 emergency food services as part of its annual Appreciation and Grant Award Ceremony at the Colonnade Hotel Boston last night.

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STOMP Out Hunger!

Project Bread — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:52:31 -0400

Join 7NEWS and Project Bread to STOMP Out Hunger! at the opening night performance of STOMP in Boston, Thursday, October 1 (show runs through October 18 at the Cutler Majestic Theatre). On opening night Project Bread will receive a $10 donation for each ticket sold! STOMP, the award-winning, international percussion sensation, has performed in 350 cities and 36 countries. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments — such as matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters and hubcaps to fill the stage with sensational rhythms.

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Green Mountain Coffee Steps Forward with $25,000 for Walk for Hunger

Project Bread — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 09:40:21 -0400

Despite Economic Instability, Sponsorship Support Remains Strong for Project Bread's Walk

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The need is greater than ever

Project Bread — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 12:37:57 -0400

2009 Walk for Hunger on Sunday, May 3

In the midst of the steepest economic downturn in fifty years, Project Bread’s Walk for Hunger on Sunday, May 3, takes on urgent meaning for those struggling to put food on the table. “We have never needed it more,” says Ellen Parker, the executive director of Project Bread, the state’s leading antihunger organization. “This year, we’re asking everyone to do something to help. Every dollar, every mile, and every volunteer hour counts.”

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Wal-Mart Foundation Gives $25,000 to Project Bread

Project Bread — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 12:11:10 -0400

Grant Supports Food for Frail Homebound Seniors in Boston

The Wal-Mart Foundation recently awarded Project Bread $25,000 to support the Food for Seniors Program. This program supports Project Bread’s mission by providing immediate hunger relief to homebound elders while helping them enroll in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as “food stamps.” Escalating food costs and fixed incomes are causing an increasing number of seniors to seek out food assistance.

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Boston most generous city when raising funds for hungry

Project Bread — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 10:52:56 -0400

Boston Residents Nourish Food Programs through Walk for Hunger

Boston was named “most generous city” by Project Bread, the state’s leading antihunger organization, for its contribution of 4,000 Walkers and nearly a half million dollars to fight hunger through the annual Walk for Hunger.

This effort allowed Project Bread to contribute $648,000 to 92 area food programs and a total of $909,559 to these and other hunger prevention programs that are helping hungry families in Boston cope with the economic crisis right now.

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Hunger: No one should face it alone

Project Bread — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 10:24:29 -0500

Register for The Walk for Hunger, May 3

The demand for emergency food has never been greater. Pantries and meal programs supported by Project Bread, Massachusetts’ leading antihunger organization, have never been more crucial. And The Walk for Hunger, Project Bread’s annual fundraiser, has never been timelier. On May 3, thousands of people will come to Boston for the 20-mile pledge walk to raise money during the 41st Walk for Hunger. Every dollar, every mile, and every volunteer hour counts for our neighbors in need. Registration is now open to participate.

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Recipes to End Hunger: 7NEWS Personalities Contribute Their Favorite Dishes to Raise Money for Project Bread

Project Bread — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 11:47:37 -0500

The 7NEWS team has cooked up a great way to help feed the hungry. For a modest contribution to Project Bread, the state’s leading antihunger organization, donors can treat themselves to more than 20 different holiday recipes - from Randy Price’s “Mud Bug Salad,” and Frances Rivera’s “Crusted Baked Brie and Apricot Dip;” to Pete Bouchard’s “Homemade Chocolate Coconut Bars,” and Joe Amorosino’s “Pan-Seared Halibut with Black Bean Salsa Fresca.” These recipes and more are now available online.

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