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Food Bank Supports New Food Security Legislation
Rhode Island Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) has teamed up with Senator Jim Justice (R-WV) to introduce the Strengthening Local Food Security Act.
This new legislation would create a permanent grant program for state and tribal governments to procure local foods for distribution to nearby hunger relief programs and schools to bolster economic development and combat food insecurity.
Melissa Cherney, the Food Bank’s new CEO, commented on the legislation for a release put out by Senator Reed’s office: “At a time when we’re serving more people than ever before, this type of legislation is critical, both for Rhode Island families and for our state’s economy. We’re honored to support Senator Reed’s bill.”
Recipe Video: Easy, Versatile Fruit Cobbler
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What’s better in late summer than a fruity dessert? (Apart from that perfect native tomato!) Our Community Nutrition team specializes in easy, low-cost recipes that use healthy foods in all their forms, whether it be fresh, frozen or canned. Check out this versatile fruit cobbler recipe. This one is made with fresh peaches, but swap in your favorite fruit in any form!
Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Providence, RI, the Rhode Island Community Food Bank (“the Food Bank” or “RI Food Bank”) serves as the central hub for food distribution across its state-wide network of 147 member agencies/food pantries, ensuring that nutritious food reaches those who need it most. Through donations, federal programs, and community partnerships, the Food Bank works to improve the quality of life for all Rhode Islanders by advancing solutions to the problem of hunger.
The RI Food Bank is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Your donation is tax-deductible as allowed by law.
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