Addressing Childhood Hunger During Spring Break and Beyond

Spring Break is often a time of relaxation and a chance for families to unwind and escape the stresses of school. However, for many Utah children, this break from school also means a break from the reliable food they receive through school meal programs. As families struggle to provide additional meals on already tight budgets, […]

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Embracing Hope: Utah Food Bank Unveils New Pantries on Navajo Nation

Amidst remarks and traditional Navajo Blessings, two ribbon-cutting ceremonies unfolded, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the fight against hunger statewide. We are thrilled to announce the opening of two new pantries, each spanning an impressive 4,000 square feet, strategically located in Montezuma Creek and Monument Valley, on the Navajo Nation.   These […]

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Doubling Hope

As we approach the end of 2023, it is crucial to acknowledge the economic challenges that many individuals and families are facing across Utah. Soaring living costs have placed hardworking people in the position of making tough choices, often having to decide between putting food on the table and meeting their basic needs. Yet, in […]

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Hunger Can Make the Holidays Hurt

As the holidays approach, and you are making your list and checking it twice, please don’t forget the 1 in 10 Utah kids who are unsure of where their next meal will come from. Many who were already living paycheck to paycheck find themselves having to make tough choices this holiday season…a time when budgets naturally […]

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6 Ways to Help During Hunger Action Month

September 15th We Recognize Hunger Action Day As we approach the halfway mark in September, Hunger Action Month is a crucial time to raise awareness about food insecurity and make a real impact in your community. The opportunity to have donations matched up to $50,000 by an anonymous donor is a fantastic chance to double […]

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It is Hunger Action Month: Double Your Impact Now!

Help Provide 450,000 Meals Before Sept. 30! September is national Hunger Action Month, which is a time for our communities to act on the issue of hunger and bring attention to the reality of food insecurity in Utah and across the nation. This year’s Hunger Action Month campaign is being launched with a unique opportunity […]

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Back to School Hunger: Addressing a Hidden Educational Barrier

As summer comes to an end and the excitement of a new academic year begins, it’s important to remember that for many students, the return to school also signifies the return of a concerning issue: back-to-school hunger. While the sight of bustling hallways and eager learners may seem promising, hunger is an often-overlooked reality impacting […]

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The Hunger Cliff in Utah

Utah is home to majestic mountains, peaks and valleys, but we (along with much of the country) have arrived at a critical juncture known as the “Hunger Cliff” – the sudden end of increased Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits that were made available during the pandemic. On March 1, 2023, all SNAP recipients suffered […]

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