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Today is #GivingTuesday, an annual day of giving that follows the consumer holidays of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. After snagging great deals on gifts or tech for yourself, take today to reflect on where you can financially give back this holiday season. I may be biased, but 412 Food Rescue is such a great option, since you're supporting hundreds of nonprofits with your dollars. As a food rescue, we partner with food retailers to pick up their surplus food (that's still fresh and safe to eat) and deliver it to local nonprofits serving the community – safe houses, schools, housing authorities, LGTBQIA+ programs, churches, etc. Taking off the burden of where someone's next meal is coming from means they can focus on other things like caregiving, job search, addiction recovery or their mental health. A cool byproduct is also that keeping this surplus food out of the landfill mitigates harmful greenhouse gases like methane from being released into the atmosphere. Your donation doesn't just deliver food, but also access, security, and sustainability. It's creating a better future for us all. Donate today 💚 https://lnkd.in/dAFNegqe

I've summarised the key findings of the report on public diners in today's Footprint article. https://lnkd.in/eybUapis

Saturday, April 20, from 1:00 - 4:00 pm, is our day for an ALA-Oregon Chapter fun-filled social event full of camaraderie, bowling, and food! Register by April 10! Several of you participated in past events supporting the Sunshine Division, and we want to continue that support! We are hoping that you can bring one or more non-perishable food items for donation to the Sunshine Division as your entrance to this event—the more the better! This is an exciting opportunity to connect with your fellow members and business partner colleagues while we continue our support of a local community partner. Perhaps a bit of competitive bowling or competitive eating—who knows! Knowing that weekends are often family time, our event is open to your +1 and kids. The Grand Central Bowling venue should be a fun way to mix and mingle, enjoy some good food, enjoy bowling at your leisure, or take in a few arcade game activities. Space is limited so register at oregonala.org EARLY! Be sure to register yourself as well as any family members who will join. Please email Lori Hughes at lori.hughes@millernash.com with any questions. Let her know if you will be bringing any children so that we can plan the menu and arcade opportunities. Let’s kick off spring together, support our local community, and spend time with the best in our community -- you! Sunshine Division Food Donation Recommendations: "We rely heavily on food donations to make our mission possible. We are always looking for the following non-perishable items: canned meats, pasta, rice, cereal, soup/broth, peanut butter, canned/dried beans, canned fruit, canned vegetables, cooking oil and shelf-stable milk.    To ensure food safety we cannot use: Noncommercial or repackaged items, perishable items, open or used items, alcoholic beverages, damaged or unlabeled cans, homemade items." #networking #ALABuzz #LegalManagment #FoodDonation

Wild Oats Market in Williamstown, Massachusetts, is more than just a grocery store—it’s a vibrant community hub where fresh flavors meet friendly faces. Here’s why you’ll love Wild Oats: 1.     Locally Grown Goodness: Their shelves burst with locally sourced produce, from crisp apples to leafy greens. When you taste their offerings, you’ll experience the difference that community support makes. 2.     Bulk Aisle Bliss: Say goodbye to excess packaging! Explore their bulk aisle, where you’ll find organic grains, nuts, and spices. It’s both eco-friendly and budget-friendly. 3.     Quick Bites, Big Smiles: On busy days when cooking feels like a marathon, grab a ready-to-eat meal from their cooler. Convenience meets deliciousness! 4.     Every Penny Counts: When you shop at Wild Oats, you’re not just buying groceries—you’re supporting local nonprofits. The Every Penny Counts program donates to community causes. 5.     Co-op Basics: Healthy choices shouldn’t break the bank. Check out their Co+op Basics section for affordable essentials. Join Wild Oats … Where: 320 Main St, Williamstown, MA 01267 Call Us: (413) 458-8060 Open Daily: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM 🛒🌱🌟 #shoplocal #communitylove #intheberkshires

In Michigan, nearly 12% of people face food insecurity, and many of our community members face barriers to accessing nutritious food. Food insecurity has soared over the past few years, making it more important than ever to create a future where our food system is equitable, sustainable, and equipped to meet southeast Michigan’s needs. At our foundation, we support a number of nonprofit organizations, including Fair Food Network, Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan, Forgotten Harvest, Capuchin Soup Kitchen, and Make Food Not Waste, who are working to increase food access, destigmatized food insecurity, and provide education and resources so that people throughout our region can thrive. Read about our community collaboration to strengthen regional food security: https://lnkd.in/gZ-xUHUM

"Public diners are a place to grab a meal after a 10-hour shift. A place to eat when you’ve run out of ideas for what to cook tonight. A place to go for a meal between classes." Enjoyed reading this thought-provoking new report by Nourish Scotland calling for a new generation of public diners to be created. It's a throwback to the British Restaurants established during the Second World War, which numbered over 2,000 at their peak some of which survived as civic restaurants right up until the 1970s. These are not charities but state-supported, community assets serving healthy, tasty, affordable meals to the general public. They are designed for everybody – not just those struggling to make ends meet – rather than being targeted at a particular demographic of customer like many private restaurants. They are also places where customers can influence the running of the restaurant, for example through climate-friendly menu design or sourcing from local, agroecological producers; places “where people are not food consumers – they are food citizens.” It feels like a stretch to imagine public funding will be forthcoming for such a venture given Labour's grim acceptance of fiscal constraints. I wonder too how private restaurants and caterers would respond given the pressures they themselves are facing? Would they see public diners as a threat or a complementary part of the eating out of home landscape (since eating there would not be considered a 'treat' as such)? Either way, I feel Nourish Scotland makes a strong argument that their time has come given the perfect storm of food insecurity, diet-related ill health and climate breakdown we are facing. It also feels like community eating is having a moment with the success of The Long Table restaurant and the scaling up of the CanTeam initiative in schools as pioneered by Jonathan Harper FRSA Future Foundations. https://lnkd.in/ewJxMxtm

Each day we hand out bagged meals to our clients who work offsite along with individuals who come to our front door seeking a meal. As summer approaches, and our need for bagged meals increases, you can help us feed the hungry by joining our Meal Bag Program and packing meals that we can hand out to those who need them! Here's how you can get started: 1. Pack lunches in a clear Ziploc bag and fill them with a granola bar or cracker pack, a small bag of chips or pretzels, a fruit cup packed in fruit juice (not syrup); raisins; or dried fruit 2. Please purchase items to make a sandwich (loaves of bread, turkey or ham slices, etc.) but do not pre-make the sandwiches 3. Optional— add a note of encouragement to let the person receiving the bagged meal know they are loved! 4. Knowing in warmer months we can hand out up to 200 meal bags a day, we kindly ask that you prepare and deliver at least 40 meals at a time. 5. Schedule a delivery time in advance at carlat@raleighrescue.org or 984-272-2001 We're so grateful for the generosity of so many who have helped us sustain this program! And, the work must continue. Please join us in providing for the Raleigh community! Learn more about our Meal Bag Program here: https://lnkd.in/ggC7qy7E #RaleighRescueMission #NonprofitMinistry #BreakTheCycle #EndHomelessness #FeedTheHungry

Today as we gather to celebrate Thanksgiving and enjoy delicious home-cooked meals, it's important to remember that not everyone in our community has the same opportunity. Many still face the challenges of food insecurity. 🦃 Together, with the support of incredible organizations like the Food Bank of Northern Nevada we can continue working toward reducing hunger in our region. 🥫 Let's give thanks and give back. ❤️ #TruckeeMeadows #TMT #TruckeeMeadowsTomorrow #DataStorytelling #DataForGood #Community #CommunityProgress #CommunityProgressReport

🫵 1 in 5 children in New York go hungry every day! 🎁 Give Back This Holiday Season: Tips to Support Local Food Pantries 🌟 Here are 4 impactful ways your organization can support local food pantries and families in need: 1️⃣ Reach Out to Local Pantries – Partner with a nearby pantry to provide resources, from donations to logistical support. 2️⃣ Donate Dried Goods & Essentials – Organize an office food drive to collect non-perishable items, baby formula, or even household essentials that many families rely on. 3️⃣ Volunteer at Distribution Events – Encourage your employees to volunteer at food distribution sites. Whether packing or handing out goods, your team can have a meaningful impact. 4️⃣ Partner with FoodStream’s Community Impact Program – Want to take it a step further? Collaborate with FoodStream Network to host engaging, community-focused food distribution events in underserved neighborhoods. 💡 Interested in organizing a FoodStream Community Impact Event? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e6pA4aRy Together, let’s make this holiday season one of generosity, community, and connection. 🎄 #CorporateSocialResponsibility #CommunityImpact #FoodInsecurity #FoodStreamConnect #HolidayGiving #VolunteerWithPurpose