NM: Hunger/Food/Nutrition
Individuals, groups contribute thousands of volunteer hours to NM food bank
Volunteering is a "leap of faith" - donating time and in-kind support to help others who are struggling - but research shows people who pitch in…
SW food banks meet to brainstorm hunger solutions, create action plan
People who receive emergency food services from New Mexico food banks and other charitable organizations were among those at a strategic summit Friday…
How hunger disproportionately impacts rural communities
Some 44 million Americans are struggling with hunger, including 250,000 in New Mexico, and a nationwide food bank network wants Congress to help…
Hosting a food drive could be your best ever New Year's resolution
The new year is an opportunity to reset and presents an opportunity to give back to your community by hosting a food or fund drive. New Mexico's …
Navajo Nation children embrace cafeteria's native foods
Across the globe, hunger is an enormous threat to children. To combat the problem, one rural school district in northwest New Mexico is bringing …
New Mexico aims for 'no hungry holidays' by doubling donations
Just a few days into December, food bank demand is high while some warehouse shelves are lean, and in New Mexico, a matching donation program this …
Delayed Farm Bill could affect millions of Americans
The Farm Bill, typically renegotiated every five years will likely be extended to six years this time around, as Congress seems months away from …
Continued food waste in U.S. alarms states with high food scarcity
A new government report highlighted the urgent need to keep food waste out of landfills, noting 30% to 40% of food produced in the U.S. is never …
USDA unveils new alliance to strengthen school food procurement
As part of October's National Farm to School MonthNational Farm to School Month, the Department of Agriculture has announced a new effort to improve …
New Mexico's Food Activists Shine Light on Hunger
The lines at hunger relief organizations are longer now as pandemic-related benefits have ended, but you can help your neighbors with grocery …
NM Aims to Promote Justice with Tax Rebates for Immigrant Workers
Tax rebates can boost economic growth, and the rebates available in New Mexico this summer are designed to reverse discriminatory exclusions of …
NM Schools Use 'Real-life' Experiences to Ready Students for College, Career
A New Mexico program is offering high school students more real-world experiences to boost their interest in college and a career. Future Focused …