Year: 2023
The Greater Boston Food Bank’s policy and advocacy team was busy this fall advancing policy change at the federal, state, and local levels.
National Grid is an example of how corporate citizens can play a crucial role in addressing pressing issues facing our community.
Deborah’s journey from job loss to community service is a testament to resilience and the power of giving back. Read her story here.
At The Greater Boston Food Bank, September marks Hunger Action Month™— Feeding America’s annual nationwide campaign designed to raise awareness of hunger in the United States and inspire people to take action. During Hunger Action Month, advocates, supporters, and community leaders acros...
Every five years, Congress has the chance to fund critical programs that end poverty through the Farm Bill. Right now, legislators are undergoing deliberations over what will make it into the final bill this year to fund policy priorities for the next five years.
Our GBFB team dove into our Annual Community Day, joining forces with volunteers and partner agency teams to pack nutritious meals and load trucks with essential supplies.
Students and Advocates Testify for Hunger Free Campus Legislation at College Hunger Day of Awareness
Students and advocates from the Hunger Free Campus Coalition made their voices heard at at the Joint Committee on Higher Education hearing on September 18 in support of “An Act Establishing the Massachusetts Hunger Free Campus Initiative” (S835 / H1293).
Catch up on stories from WCVB Channel 5’s telethon dedicated to spreading awareness about hunger in MA and raising funds for GBFB to continue feeding families in need here in Eastern MA.
This Hunger Action Month, GBFB’s Public Policy Manager reflects on why policy and advocacy are critical to our mission to end hunger across Eastern MA.