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What would be the best type of food to donate?

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What would be the best type of food to donate?

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Factors: Nutrition, accessibility, etc.

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Just a friendly reminder, do NOT donate junk food!

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Just a friendly reminder, do NOT donate junk food!

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Junk food can cause addiction and obesity, which can hamper people's ability to find a job and, therefore, earn money by themselves. We don't want people to stay homeless forever, do we?

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We are having an ISP about food shelters, which do you recommend the most?

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We are having an ISP about food shelters, which do you recommend the most?

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Hi! I know it is pretty early on, so its okay if you don't know yet! Is this for spreading awareness or are you planning on gathering people for a food drive?

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Little did you know that soups are helpful to donate! especially canned soups, as they stay good longer. Most canned soups are easy to eat and are delicious! people will thank you!!

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I like soup. I REALLY like soup. In fact, there is this one canned soup that I love called Progresso Creamy Chicken Noodle. But I want to try more. I am going to try to find the best soup (in my opinion) with the best bang for your buck. I would love some good soup recommendations! Oh, and this is related because I'm trying to find a good soup to donate in bulk to food drives.

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Hi! I don't know much about this, only getting knowledge from like random food drives, so sorry if this is a simple question! Do food kitchens only feed homeless people or anyone who goes in there, because it feels like some people would abuse the system.

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MOST RECCOMENDED! It is best because they don't spoil as fast as other foods like produce, dairy items, or even small snacks including, granola bars, fruit strips, and trail mix.

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It has such a high amount of protein, Its liked by most children and adults! you could also donate peanut butter alternatives! Like almond butter or sunflower butter!

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I have researched this type of thing in the past, and I even double checked a couple minutes ago, but so many websites recommend donating peanut butter! It's so common on best things to donate lists, but it is such a common allergy, so why is it so common to see on there?

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Should I make another website on Homelessness?

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Should I make another website on Homelessness?

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you might find yourself asking this question, the answer is https://moveforhunger.org/hunger-and-homelessness or click the picture.

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ABOUT HOMELESSNESS
According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, over 582,000 people experience homelessness on any given night in the United States.
Homelessness Facts

Chronic homelessness is the term given to individuals that experience long-term or repeated bouts of homelessness.

127,705 individuals are considered chronically unhoused, an 16% increase between 2020 and 2022.

Over 67,000 of all homeless persons are veterans, comprising 10.6% of all unhoused people in the U.S.

Veterans are more than 2x as likely to become unhoused than those who didn't serve in the military.

60% of the entire homeless population are men.

Although they only make up 12% of the U.S. population, 37% of all people experiencing homelessness are African American.

Causes

The U.S. has a shortage of 7.3 million rental homes affordable and available to renters with extremely low incomes - that is, incomes at or below either the federal poverty guideline or 30% of their area median income. Only 33 affordable and available rental homes exist for every 100 extremely low-income renter households.

Poverty is the other major factor that contributes to homelessness. A lack of employment opportunities, combined with a decline in public assistance, leaves low-income families just an illness or accident away from being put out on the street.

According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition, a family with a full-time worker making minimum wage could not afford fair market rent for a two-bedroom apartment anywhere in the U.S.

The average person would need to make $25.82 per-hour to afford a modest 2-bedroom apartment - more than 3x the federal minimum wage.

Poor health is also closely linked to homelessness. 20% of the homeless population reported having a mental illness, 16% had conditions related to substance abuse, and thousands had HIV/AIDS, diabetes, or heart disease.

For many young people, single adults, and families, domestic violence is the primary cause of their homelessness.

The nationwide issues of homelessness and food insecurity form a critical intersection that severely impacts public health. An escalating housing crisis and inadequate income have trapped millions of Americans in a relentless cycle, leaving their health subjected to stressful living situations. Homelessness and food insecurity are not isolated problems, rather they amplify each other, creating a tempest of social and health deficiencies.

To combat these critical issues, there are a few things you can do to help. Starting with food insecurity, you can contribute to food banks, volunteer at local food distribution centers, and endorse policies that ensure everyone has access to healthy food options.

Simultaneously, it's important to address homelessness - by advocating for affordable housing, offering time or resources to shelters, and supporting policy changes for fair wages and employment opportunities. Our collective actions can build a compassionate and understanding society, significantly impacting those who are suffering.

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About Hunger and Homelessness | Move for Hunger

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Learn about hunger and homelessness in America. A look at the facts about homelessness and food insecurity data show that hunger and homelessness often have distinct causes.

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a website showing how to save strays and giving information on the problems that strays have.

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Please make sure to ask on topic questions

Be kind and respectful of others.

I will try my best to answer within a few hours to a day. Thank you!

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Did this website interest and/or inform and help you learn?

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Did this website interest and/or inform and help you learn?

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Thank you all for lending a helping hand and looking at this website.

This website was made by a fellow NHJS member, Cali Kasper

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Share the website to as many people you know! ( please do it safely!)

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Learn and inform people you know! (safely)

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Go back to our volunteer slide and volunteer near you!

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Go back to our food donation center slide and donate!

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Hunger and health are deeply connected. People who are food insecure are disproportionally affected by diet-sensitive chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure, and according to research, food insecurity is also linked to many adverse effects to overall health

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Hunger and health are deeply connected. People who are food insecure are disproportionally affected by diet-sensitive chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure, and according to research, food insecurity is also linked to many adverse effects to overall health

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According to the 2024 report released on April 24, there was an increase of 1 million people facing emergency levels of acute food insecurity across 39 countries and territories — with the biggest increase in Sudan — in 2023.

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According to the 2024 report released on April 24, there was an increase of 1 million people facing emergency levels of acute food insecurity across 39 countries and territories — with the biggest increase in Sudan — in 2023.

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Hunger rates in Africa are especially high, with 1 out of 5 people going hungry each day. 2.8 billion people around the world cannot afford a healthy diet — 35% of the global population.

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Hunger rates in Africa are especially high, with 1 out of 5 people going hungry each day. 2.8 billion people around the world cannot afford a healthy diet — 35% of the global population.

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The world produces enough food to feed all of its 8 billion people, yet 35% of the population (1 in 11 people) go hungry every day.

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The world produces enough food to feed all of its 8 billion people, yet 35% of the population (1 in 11 people) go hungry every day.

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Someone Cares Soup Kitchen and Tutoring Program

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Discover Someone Cares Soup Kitchen and Tutoring Program in Costa Mesa, CA. Join us in making a difference by providing nutritious meals to those in need.

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Thank you for considering a volunteer opportunity at
The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank!

Participate in the best volunteer
opportunity in Los Angeles

Volunteering at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is one of the best volunteer opportunities in LA. By donating a few hours of your time, you'll help us provide food for the 2 million people in Los Angeles County who face food insecurity.

Volunteers help us by boxing, sorting and gleaning food that is later distributed through our network of more than 600 agency partners to our neighbors in need.

Groups and individuals can easily register through this website. There are many ways for groups and individuals to get involved, and the details are below.

On behalf of the Food Bank, we thank our volunteers who donated their time helping on-site at the Food Bank and at food distribution sites.

PLEASE NOTE: WE CANNOT ACCEPT COURT-REFERRED VOLUNTEERS AT THIS TIME

Standard volunteer activities at the LA Regional Food Bank are for 18 years of age and above, except for the following:

No walk-ins are allowed. All volunteers must register online.

Please dress in comfortable clothing, such as jeans, t-shirts, and tennis shoes. All volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes.

You may contact our Senior Director of Volunteer Services and Partnerships, Ana Martinez, to learn more about becoming a Food Bank volunteer.

Stay Connected

Sign up for the latest in our fight against hunger.

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Volunteering at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is one of the best volunteer opportunities in LA. By donating a few hours of your time, you'll help us provide food for the 1.4 million people in Los Angeles who face food insecurity.

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Volunteers are needed in every aspect of our operation, from our pantry garden to warehouse, office work, distribution, and more

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Largest Food Bank in the Inland Empire serving Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.

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Our vision: No one goes hungry in Los Angeles.

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The Salvation Army helps cure hunger daily by providing nutritious meals to anyone in need.

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Looking for free food in your community? You can easily find a food bank near you by entering your zip code or state. We will provide you with a list of Feeding America partner food banks and their contact information. Connecting with your local food bank is the first step towards getting free food and grocery items.

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Find the Feeding America member food bank nearest you. Over 200 member food banks can connect you with free food, food pantries, soup kitchens, and mobile pantries in your community.

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Food Donations | Riverside County Department of Environmental Health

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A Share Table is a table in student common areas where students can place unopened food and drinks that they choose not to eat or drink. This provides an opportunity for other students to take additional helpings of food or beverage at no cost to them.

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Find a Local Food Bank

If you are in need of immediate assistance, please call 2-1-1 to speak with someone about services in your area (lines are open 24 hours a day).

About Food Banks

A food bank is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that has a Board of Directors representing the community it serves.

Food banks work with their local communities to ensure that everyone has access to healthful foods. They solicit, receive, store, and distribute fresh produce and pantry staples. They help people get connected to other essential benefits and serve as community hubs for volunteers. Our food banks operate with principles of client choice, dignity, respect, and appreciation for the diverse communities they serve.

Ten Food Bank Facts

If you are a food bank that is interested in becoming a member, please reach out to our membership team.

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California Association of Food Banks | Find a Local Food Bank

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Find a Local Food Bank If you are in need of immediate assistance, please call 2-1-1 to speak with someone about services in your area (lines are open 24 hours a day). Become a Member If you are a food bank that is interested in becoming a member, please reach...

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Kids will eat anything, the alternatives they find to eat are not safe or healthy, so many kids die from food poisoning, water poisoning, and other food-related illnesses.

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1 out of 5 kids in America is at risk of going hungry!

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1 out of 5 kids in America is at risk of going hungry!

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kids are constantly not able to have food, almost 14 million children in America go hungry.

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This website is giving resources, donations, and volunteer opportunities to all who want to help and support our cause! please read the rules and follow them. Failure to do so will result in being removed and/or blocked from this website. This was made by NHJS Member Cali Kasper.

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We are able to share many things, but please let it be related to either homeless, Rasing food, or other things related to this cause. I will have to remove comments if I do not see them fit to help.

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Please try to share this website with as many people (Safely, of course!) The more people we get to join the easier it will be to raise awareness

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No posts that include, Cuss words, inappropriate talk, or Over 18 discussion.

Failure to do so will result in being kicked out and blocked from this website.

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Because this is made with NHJS, this Is filled with middle school students, so please be respectful and keep in mind we are all still under the age of 16. You can have disagreements and discussions but please do not go overboard. Thank you!

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please do not copy this website and use it for other purposes than to find donation, resources, and volunteer opportunities. We would appreciate if you do not copy others posts and use your own posts. If someone copys your post please email us at calikasper883@gmail.com or please ask that person to change or delete their post. Thank you!