Food pantries are often the heart of hunger-relief efforts, serving as the direct connection between food banks and families. These local hubs provide far more than groceries — they are places of comfort, connection, and hope. Across the Feeding America network, food pantries distribute millions of pounds of food each year. But what makes them […]

The back-to-school season is filled with excitement and hope. For children, a new year means new teachers, new friends, and new opportunities to learn. But for millions of families across the country, it also means new challenges. School supplies, fees, and the rising cost of groceries place extra strain on households already stretched thin. For […]