Did you know there are more than 35 million Americans who regularly face the prospect of hunger? And that nearly one in every five American children is food insecure?*
Food Stamps and other critical resources are currently at stake for these Americans. The Senate is considering the 2007 Farm Bill right now. Please contact your senators today and tell them we need a Farm Bill with a strong Nutrition Title. Take Action!
*Sources: America's Second Harvest & USDA 2007
One Mother's Story
"I know many other people who are like me, who work hard, and who need a little help to make a better life for themselves and their children."- Taquana Spicer, Food Stamp Recipient
Taquana Spicer represents a growing number of people who work full time jobs, but would not be able to make ends meet without the aid of federal anti-hunger programs provided through the Nutrition Title of the Farm Bill.
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Got Cheese?
Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind wine and cheese event Sunday, Oct. 14 at Shaun's Restaurant in Inman Park! The four-course dinner hosted by Chef Shaun Doty, Cheese Guru Raymond Hook and Carlos Souffront of Zingerman's Deli will feature fine handcrafted cheeses from Sweet Grass Dairy and wine selections from Motovino Wine Company. A portion of the evening's proceeds will benefit the Food Bank. Click to continue.
