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HUNGER ACTION MONTH: FOOD SHOULDN'T BE AN IMPOSSIBLE CHOICE

HUNGER ACTION MONTH: FOOD SHOULDN'T BE AN IMPOSSIBLE CHOICE

September is Hunger Action Month: a time when the Feeding America network and the national public come together to raise awareness and help our neighbors facing the impossible choices of hunger. With an understanding of the economic and health impacts that COVID-19 has left on our community, we believe it’s more important than ever to bring attention to the reality of food insecurity in central North Carolina.

CBS 17's My Carolina Shines a Light on Child Hunger Initiatives

CBS 17's My Carolina Shines a Light on Child Hunger Initiatives

As a Back-to-School week feature, CBS 17's My Carolina highlighted the issue of child hunger and Food Shuttle initiatives geared toward providing children with the food they need to grow, learn, and thrive.

Allison Itin Joins Inter-Faith Food Shuttle Board of Directors

Allison Itin Joins Inter-Faith Food Shuttle Board of Directors

Inter-Faith Food Shuttle is pleased to announce that Allison Itin has joined their Board of Directors. Allison, an employment lawyer at Red Hat, says that she has developed a real passion for and interest in identifying ways to resolve hunger in our community, and Inter-Faith Food Shuttle is a clear leader in this effort in our area.

Now that’s a good egg! 7-year old Donovan turns eggs into meals for neighbors in need.

Now that’s a good egg! 7-year old Donovan turns eggs into meals for neighbors in need.

Christy Perrin and her seven-year-old son Donovan started raising chickens. But when one raises chickens, one eventually ends up with eggs. So, when the eggs came along, Christy and Donovan decided to sell them and raise money for charity, and their charity of choice was Inter-Faith Food Shuttle.

Cooking and nutrition on the go! Introducing the Charlie Cart

Cooking and nutrition on the go! Introducing the Charlie Cart

Now, thanks to individual and corporate donors that support the Food Shuttle, we have entered a new era of flexibility that will allow cooking classes to be held just about anywhere through the purchase of a Charlie Cart.

John Deere's Commitment to Making a Difference

John Deere's Commitment to Making a Difference

Thanks to shared values, John Deere recently donated $46,340 to Inter-Faith Food Shuttle to support neighbors in need. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our communities and contribute to a growing number of families facing food insecurity, John Deere's support will assist the Food Shuttle in efforts to navigate the path to recovery.

Inter-Faith Food Shuttle Offers Solutions to Child Hunger As Kids Head Back to School

Inter-Faith Food Shuttle Offers Solutions to Child Hunger As Kids Head Back to School

Inter-Faith Food Shuttle has long been a source of strength for those facing food insecurity, especially children. This year, Chiesi USA has thrown their weight behind this effort with a dollar-for-dollar match for all back-to-school gifts, up to $25,000, made before August 31, 2021.

New Crops Popping Up at the Food Shuttle Farm

New Crops Popping Up at the Food Shuttle Farm

Brand new crops are popping up at the Food Shuttle Farm this year include poblano and cayenne peppers, tomatillos, and chayote squash. These crops are grown specifically for the Latinx community served through Food Shuttle distribution outlets.