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The USDA has the legal authority and moral responsibility to send SNAP benefits for November. Our families are not bargaining chips.
Visit foodhelpworcester.org/get-food/foo... to find food pantries and meal programs in and near Worcester, MA
Visit foodhelpworcester.org/get-food/foo... to find food pantries and meal programs in and near Worcester, MA
October 25, 2025 at 4:23 AM
The USDA has the legal authority and moral responsibility to send SNAP benefits for November. Our families are not bargaining chips.
Visit foodhelpworcester.org/get-food/foo... to find food pantries and meal programs in and near Worcester, MA
Visit foodhelpworcester.org/get-food/foo... to find food pantries and meal programs in and near Worcester, MA
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The USDA says it lacks the legal authority to use contingency funds for food assistance benefits, increasing the likelihood that millions of people will go without aid next month.
USDA Says It Won’t Use Emergency Funds to Provide SNAP Benefits During Shutdown
With benefits set to halt in November, the agency said in a memo it also won’t reimburse states after the government shutdown ends.
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October 24, 2025 at 10:00 PM
The USDA says it lacks the legal authority to use contingency funds for food assistance benefits, increasing the likelihood that millions of people will go without aid next month.
🚨 SNAP helps families put food on the table and strengthens our farms, grocers, and local economies. But Congress is considering cuts that would increase hunger and weaken our communities.
📢 Email and call your members of Congress today! projectbread.quorum.us/campaign/120.... #ProtectSNAP!
📢 Email and call your members of Congress today! projectbread.quorum.us/campaign/120.... #ProtectSNAP!
April 30, 2025 at 4:20 PM
🚨 SNAP helps families put food on the table and strengthens our farms, grocers, and local economies. But Congress is considering cuts that would increase hunger and weaken our communities.
📢 Email and call your members of Congress today! projectbread.quorum.us/campaign/120.... #ProtectSNAP!
📢 Email and call your members of Congress today! projectbread.quorum.us/campaign/120.... #ProtectSNAP!
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Learn the Basics of Advocacy: Empowering Our Communities for Change
There are ongoing and proposed changes to critical programs that threaten the well-being and future of our communities—locally and nationwide. Cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, education, Social Security, child...
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April 26, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Join us for a free 2-hour advocacy workshop designed for community advocates, nonprofit leaders, and concerned residents. Learn practical tools to raise your voice and protect the programs our communities rely on. Co-sponsored by Center on Food Equity and Boys and Girls Club of Worcester. #HandsOff
April 15, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Join us for a free 2-hour advocacy workshop designed for community advocates, nonprofit leaders, and concerned residents. Learn practical tools to raise your voice and protect the programs our communities rely on. Co-sponsored by Center on Food Equity and Boys and Girls Club of Worcester. #HandsOff
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#ChickenUpWorcester! #BackyardChickens have been on our local food policy priorities list since 2017, when they got bumped from the #UrbanAg ordinance. It looks like there's a way to move forward! Stay tuned and @woofoodpolicy.bsky.social for updates!
Chickens in Worcester? Planning Board urges city to allow egg-laying hens
Citizen petition filed in light of high retail egg prices.
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April 10, 2025 at 7:03 PM
#ChickenUpWorcester! #BackyardChickens have been on our local food policy priorities list since 2017, when they got bumped from the #UrbanAg ordinance. It looks like there's a way to move forward! Stay tuned and @woofoodpolicy.bsky.social for updates!
#ChickenUpWorcester! #BackyardChickens have been on our local food policy priorities list since 2017, when they got bumped from the #UrbanAg ordinance. It looks like there's a way to move forward! Stay tuned and @woofoodpolicy.bsky.social for updates!
Chickens in Worcester? Planning Board urges city to allow egg-laying hens
Citizen petition filed in light of high retail egg prices.
www.telegram.com
April 10, 2025 at 7:03 PM
#ChickenUpWorcester! #BackyardChickens have been on our local food policy priorities list since 2017, when they got bumped from the #UrbanAg ordinance. It looks like there's a way to move forward! Stay tuned and @woofoodpolicy.bsky.social for updates!
Community-led efforts are vital in protecting us from harmful policy changes and budget cuts. Building a robust network of local safety net groups can help us all support each other through any crisis.
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Activist and author Robin Greenfield offers his suggestions for strengthening your community through food.
10 Ways to Get Involved With Food Mutual Aid
Activist Robin Greenfield, author of 'Food Freedom,' offers suggestions on how to connect with and strengthen your community through food.
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April 8, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Community-led efforts are vital in protecting us from harmful policy changes and budget cuts. Building a robust network of local safety net groups can help us all support each other through any crisis.
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Passionate about ending hunger?
The National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference is where real change happens. Learn from top experts, connect with advocates, and take action in Washington, D.C. Join us May 4-6—sign up now: bit.ly/4hCWaZa #hungerpc25
The National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference is where real change happens. Learn from top experts, connect with advocates, and take action in Washington, D.C. Join us May 4-6—sign up now: bit.ly/4hCWaZa #hungerpc25
Registration - National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference
Registration is now open. Reserve your spot today. As of March 15th, Early Bird rates are no longer valid. Those applying to be a speaker through our RFP or for a scholarship may be eligible for the ...
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March 31, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Passionate about ending hunger?
The National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference is where real change happens. Learn from top experts, connect with advocates, and take action in Washington, D.C. Join us May 4-6—sign up now: bit.ly/4hCWaZa #hungerpc25
The National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference is where real change happens. Learn from top experts, connect with advocates, and take action in Washington, D.C. Join us May 4-6—sign up now: bit.ly/4hCWaZa #hungerpc25
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Op-ed: Food and Moral Courage Are Needed to End Childhood Hunger
Op-ed: Food and Moral Courage Are Needed to End Childhood Hunger
Studies have documented the advantages to kids, schools, and the economy when students receive nutritious school meals.
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March 29, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Op-ed: Food and Moral Courage Are Needed to End Childhood Hunger
SNAP is a pillar of our entire food economy. We're about to hear from Chef Tom Colicchio about the importance of SNAP to food security. He quotes @repmcgovern.bsky.social People are hungry in this country because we don't have the political will to feed them. #ProtectSNAP!
March 25, 2025 at 7:22 PM
SNAP is a pillar of our entire food economy. We're about to hear from Chef Tom Colicchio about the importance of SNAP to food security. He quotes @repmcgovern.bsky.social People are hungry in this country because we don't have the political will to feed them. #ProtectSNAP!
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The hearing on the impact of proposals that would cut and weaken SNAP is starting now. These attacks on food assistance would hurt millions—tune in to watch LIVE: democraticleader.house.gov/live.
Watch Live
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March 25, 2025 at 7:08 PM
The hearing on the impact of proposals that would cut and weaken SNAP is starting now. These attacks on food assistance would hurt millions—tune in to watch LIVE: democraticleader.house.gov/live.
Are you watching with us? Democratic leadership is holding a meeting on the cuts to SNAP right here: democraticleader.house.gov/live We need Congress to #ProtectSNAP!
Watch Live
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March 25, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Are you watching with us? Democratic leadership is holding a meeting on the cuts to SNAP right here: democraticleader.house.gov/live We need Congress to #ProtectSNAP!
Solidarity, not charity, is a cornerstone of WooFridges, a network of free community fridges located across Worcester. They're filled and maintained by community members, always open, and available to anyone. Watch @civileats.com video, then visit www.woofridge.org to see it in action in Worcester.
March 21, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Solidarity, not charity, is a cornerstone of WooFridges, a network of free community fridges located across Worcester. They're filled and maintained by community members, always open, and available to anyone. Watch @civileats.com video, then visit www.woofridge.org to see it in action in Worcester.
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Some in Congress are proposing cutting $12 BILLION from school meals—making it harder for 12 MILLION kids to get free breakfast and lunch. No child should go hungry at school. Congress should be expanding access to meals, not gutting it. bit.ly/40oFWvm
March 20, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Some in Congress are proposing cutting $12 BILLION from school meals—making it harder for 12 MILLION kids to get free breakfast and lunch. No child should go hungry at school. Congress should be expanding access to meals, not gutting it. bit.ly/40oFWvm
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🌟 Happy Women's History Month! Erin McAleer, President and CEO of Project Bread, was featured in this spotlight on women leaders.
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#WomensHistoryMonth
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#WomensHistoryMonth
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March 17, 2025 at 7:13 PM
🌟 Happy Women's History Month! Erin McAleer, President and CEO of Project Bread, was featured in this spotlight on women leaders.
Read more ➡️ www.msn.com/en-us/lifest...
#WomensHistoryMonth
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#WomensHistoryMonth
Who does SNAP help? Who doesn't it help? The benefits of SNAP extend far beyond participants in the program.
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#SNAPChallenge25 – Salaam Bhatti
YouTube video by Food Research & Action Center
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March 18, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Who does SNAP help? Who doesn't it help? The benefits of SNAP extend far beyond participants in the program.
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Our #SNAPChallenge25 starts today! Participants from across the country are taking on the challenge of trying to get the nutrition they need on just $6 per day.
March 18, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Our #SNAPChallenge25 starts today! Participants from across the country are taking on the challenge of trying to get the nutrition they need on just $6 per day.
The SNAP Challenge starts tomorrow! Are you signed up yet?
Hey, Worcester folks? Are you taking the #SNAPChallenge25? We want to know! Be sure to register and share the word on social media.
Only 5 days left until the #SNAPChallenge25 begins!
Could you make it on a SNAP budget? Sign up now to take the challenge and tell Congress to protect and strengthen this critical nutrition program. frac.org/snap-challen...
Could you make it on a SNAP budget? Sign up now to take the challenge and tell Congress to protect and strengthen this critical nutrition program. frac.org/snap-challen...
March 17, 2025 at 3:09 PM
The SNAP Challenge starts tomorrow! Are you signed up yet?
Thieves using skimmers steal about $1M a month from households that use SNAP, often leaving them with no way to buy food for their families. The long-term solution is replacing the current EBT cards with chip & pin cards. In the meantime, the state must return to replacing stolen funds.
Opinion/Guest column: Chip EBT cards answer to SNAP theft
Nearly every other credit and debit card in the marketplace utilizes chip technology to protect against card-skimming.
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March 17, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Thieves using skimmers steal about $1M a month from households that use SNAP, often leaving them with no way to buy food for their families. The long-term solution is replacing the current EBT cards with chip & pin cards. In the meantime, the state must return to replacing stolen funds.
Hey, Worcester folks? Are you taking the #SNAPChallenge25? We want to know! Be sure to register and share the word on social media.
Only 5 days left until the #SNAPChallenge25 begins!
Could you make it on a SNAP budget? Sign up now to take the challenge and tell Congress to protect and strengthen this critical nutrition program. frac.org/snap-challen...
Could you make it on a SNAP budget? Sign up now to take the challenge and tell Congress to protect and strengthen this critical nutrition program. frac.org/snap-challen...
March 14, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Hey, Worcester folks? Are you taking the #SNAPChallenge25? We want to know! Be sure to register and share the word on social media.
Research shows that there is very little difference between the shopping carts of people who use SNAP and people who don't. Restricting food choices simply makes it harder to shop.
Are the MAHA-motivated restrictions common sense, condescending, or even useful? buff.ly/CNtg49w
Bans on Soda and Candy in SNAP Are Back on the Table, and They’re Still Controversial
MAHA backers are pushing for restrictions on unhealthy foods within SNAP, but experts disagree on whether the bans would make anyone healthier.
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March 11, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Research shows that there is very little difference between the shopping carts of people who use SNAP and people who don't. Restricting food choices simply makes it harder to shop.
Learn how many people in your state will be directly affected by cuts to SNAP. @fracposts.bsky.social has fact sheets for all 50 states.
FRAC and @centeronbudget.bsky.social released state-by-state fact sheets detailing how proposed Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) cuts would worsen childhood hunger, hurt families, and create unnecessary burdens for schools and districts.
Learn more here: bit.ly/3DKc1q6
Learn more here: bit.ly/3DKc1q6
Proposed Cuts to School Meals Would Harm Students, Families, and Schools - Food Research & Action Center
Media Contact: Food Research & Action Center Jordan Baker jbaker@frac.org 202-640-1118 Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Ellie Blachman eblachman@cbpp.org 202-325-8718 Food Research & Action Cent...
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March 11, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Learn how many people in your state will be directly affected by cuts to SNAP. @fracposts.bsky.social has fact sheets for all 50 states.
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How would you stay healthy, focused & energized on just $6 a day?
The SNAP Challenge offers a glimpse into the many struggles millions of Americans face daily to put food on the table.
Join us to learn, empathize & advocate for a stronger safety net. Together, we can fight hunger. bit.ly/3Q7eIVe
The SNAP Challenge offers a glimpse into the many struggles millions of Americans face daily to put food on the table.
Join us to learn, empathize & advocate for a stronger safety net. Together, we can fight hunger. bit.ly/3Q7eIVe
March 10, 2025 at 6:12 PM
How would you stay healthy, focused & energized on just $6 a day?
The SNAP Challenge offers a glimpse into the many struggles millions of Americans face daily to put food on the table.
Join us to learn, empathize & advocate for a stronger safety net. Together, we can fight hunger. bit.ly/3Q7eIVe
The SNAP Challenge offers a glimpse into the many struggles millions of Americans face daily to put food on the table.
Join us to learn, empathize & advocate for a stronger safety net. Together, we can fight hunger. bit.ly/3Q7eIVe
SNAP reduces hunger & strengthens local economies. It helps 1,105,569 Massachusetts people put food on the table. They include 19,991 veterans. Of the households who use SNAP, 80% include someone who works, 44% an older adult, 40% w/ children, 50% w/ disability.
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February 27, 2025 at 3:28 PM
SNAP reduces hunger & strengthens local economies. It helps 1,105,569 Massachusetts people put food on the table. They include 19,991 veterans. Of the households who use SNAP, 80% include someone who works, 44% an older adult, 40% w/ children, 50% w/ disability.
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