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This April, the Annual Zam Fam Vision Trips with Rise Against Hunger came back to life, bigger and better than ever! 24 extraordinary members of the Zam Fam, including our incredible franchisees, rockstar suppliers, and unstoppable team members, embarked on the adventure of a lifetime.    They jetted off to the Philippines and South Africa, ready to witness firsthand the incredible work done by Rise Against Hunger and the mind-blowing impact of Zambrero's #plate4plate initiative on countless individuals, families and their little munchkins.  Anthony Meyer, the protein guru from Meyer Food Co., spilled the beans on his life changing South Africa Vision Trip journey:     ” I had no idea about the depth and breadth of the true impact these meals have to empower communities. The integrated approach of combining charity and commerce is brilliant. A meal is not just a pack of grains and dehydrated vegetables, a meal is a job for a teacher, an education for a child, an income for a street vendor, and not least a smile on the face of a leader of tomorrow.     Without a doubt, Zambrero’s Plate 4 Plate program and Rise Against Hunger have earned my unwavering support for life. They have shown me how compassion and commerce can unite to shape a better future.”    So, how does our Plate4Plate initiative work? Plate 4 Plate is the secret sauce that gives us the energy to jump out of bed each day. Every time you purchase a regular or big burrito or bowl, kids' box or any of our tasty retail items, we donate a meal to someone in the developing world through our Plate 4 Plate initiative.    So, what happens next? Rise Against Hunger swoops in, spreading the love by distributing these meals all over the globe. School feeding programs? Heck yeah! We're all about those! We've even joined forces with LoveMercy to bring smiles to women in Uganda. But the love doesn’t stop there! In Australia, our buddies at Foodbank are making sure those meals find their way to local communities.    But you're not just here to read about it, are you? You want to dive right in and lend a helping hand! Zambrero supporters like you can jump in and help pack those life changing meals during our annual Plate 4 Plate Day meal packing day which takes place every October around World Hunger Day.   So, roll up your sleeves and join us as we pack meals for those in need.    Let's flip the script on hunger, one meal at a time! #plate4plate #feelgoodmex

We are thrilled to share an insightful article from The Examiner News highlighting our comprehensive plan to tackle food insecurity in our community. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ei4TSKXE In the article, you will find details about our robust strategy, which aims to address the root causes of hunger and ensure that no one in Westchester County goes to bed hungry. Here are some key highlights: 1️⃣ Enhancing Access: We're expanding our network of food pantries, community kitchens, and mobile markets to make nutritious meals accessible to individuals and families facing food insecurity. By strengthening our partnerships with local organizations, we're bringing food closer to those who need it most. 2️⃣ Strengthening Education: We believe that education is a powerful tool in the fight against hunger. That's why we're investing in nutrition education programs, teaching individuals and families how to make healthy choices on a limited budget. By empowering our community with knowledge, we're fostering long-term solutions to food insecurity. 3️⃣ Advocating for Change: To address the systemic issues behind hunger, we're actively engaging in advocacy efforts at the local, state, and national levels. By working alongside policymakers and community leaders, we strive to create policies that promote food security and support those in need. 4️⃣ Collaborating for Impact: We recognize that no single organization can solve hunger alone. By fostering collaboration with partners such as the YMCA of Yonkers and the Yonkers Office for the Aging, and many other dedicated organizations, volunteers, and community members, we can amplify our impact and create lasting change for our neighbors facing food insecurity. We're grateful to The Examiner News for shedding light on our mission and the critical work we're doing. None of this would be possible without the incredible support of our dedicated volunteers, donors, and partners. If you feel inspired by our efforts, we invite you to join us in the fight against hunger. Visit our website www.feedingwestchester.org to learn more about how you can get involved, make a donation, or volunteer your time. Let's work together to ensure that everyone in Westchester County has access to nutritious food and the opportunity to thrive. Together we are Feeding Westchester. #FeedingWestchester #CommunityImpact #EndHunger

Did you hear the news? Solving Hunger has announced 2024 campaigns in Illinois, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Ohio, and Arkansas. In a nation with 40 million hungry people and over 34,000 citizens worth over $100 million, no one should go hungry. Over the past year, Solving Hunger has spent $6 million to help feed 13 million Americans and unlocked nearly $2 billion for hunger programs. We’ve won 24 campaigns in 19 states with an 80% success rate to feed those who are going hungry.  Read our November 2023 press release to learn more about what we are working on this year. https://bit.ly/3SRgvAl Learn about the benefits of expanding USM and Solving Hunger's impact at solving-hunger.org

Spotlight on Impact: Eat Up Australia and Lyndon Galea's Remarkable Contribution to Education Through Nutrition This week, I had the privilege of speaking with Lyndon Galea, the driving force behind Eat Up Australia. This incredible initiative supports 650 schools across the country each year, ensuring that no child's learning is compromised by hunger. In the realm of hospitality, we understand that food is not just about sustenance; it's an act of service and a gesture of gratitude. Eat Up's mission is powered by the generosity of community volunteers and donations from committed partners like Goodman Fielder, Bidfood, Sanitarium, Peerless, and Good Food Partners. It's more than just preparing sandwiches; it’s about showing our children that their community cares and sees them. I am deeply inspired by the simple yet profound impact of Eat Up. It’s a reminder that in hospitality, like in life, the small acts of giving can have an enormous impact—providing not just a meal but hope. Call to Action for Corporate Partners: If your organisation is looking for a meaningful way to give back, consider joining Eat Up in making sandwiches or providing support. It’s a tangible way to contribute to the well-being of our children and ensure they have the energy to learn and thrive. The link to their website is here: https://lnkd.in/ea9Md5FW Let’s champion initiatives like Eat Up that break down barriers to education and build up our communities. Every little bit counts towards nurturing a generation that feels valued, supported, and empowered. #Education #CommunitySupport #HospitalityIndustry #ChildWellbeing #EatUpAustralia #CorporateResponsibility

Imagine stepping into a room buzzing with energy, a space transformed into a hub of compassion and action. This isn't just any day at the office; it's the day you and your colleagues join hands with Rise Against Hunger Africa for a meal packing event. As you walk in, you're greeted by a "Feel Good" atmosphere, palpable in every corner of the room. The setup is impressive - rows of tables lined up neatly, each station equipped with all the essentials for meal packing: funnels, scales, sealers, neatly stacked boxes, and bags. The ingredients - soya, rice, soup mix, and crucial vitamin sachets - are ready, waiting to be transformed into meals feeding hungry children. You're handed gloves and a hairnet, a small step for hygiene but a huge leap into the world of making a difference. The Rise Against Hunger Africa team is there not just to oversee but to inspire. They share stories - about the needs in South Africa, where these meals will go, and the impact of just a few hours of your time. It's more than packing meals; it's about feeding hope and dreams. As you start, the rhythm of teamwork takes over. There's a sense of unity, with everyone working towards a common goal. The upbeat music playing in the background adds to the energy. It's not long before you find yourself and your colleagues moving to the beat, singing along, all while your hands skilfully pack meal after meal. Updates keep coming throughout the event - you're getting closer to the target. Every meal packed is a step closer to feeding a child, a step closer to eradicating hunger. The realization dawns on you that this isn't just a corporate social responsibility activity - it's a moment of transformation for you and the recipients of these meals. As the event concludes, you step back, looking at the stack of packed meals, a testament to what can be achieved when hearts and hands come together. You leave with a sense of accomplishment, your heart full, knowing you've danced, laughed, and packed your way into making a tangible difference in the world. You can expect this at a meal-packing event with Rise Against Hunger Africa - a day filled with fun, unity, and the powerful impact of collective action. Want to join us? https://lnkd.in/dRxAKyMj hashtag #Teamwork hashtag #EradicateHunger hashtag #RiseAgainstHungerAfrica hashtag #MealPacking hashtag #ItAllStartsWithAMeal

Update # 2: Israel Emergency Grassroots Response Initiative The magnitude and rippling effects of the emergency necessitate multiple drivers of impact. Trusted grassroots partners assuming major responsive roles must pivot to address emerging needs. The Israel Emergency Grassroots Response Initiative connects resources with these first responders. 1. Support for Evacuated Families, Especially “Invisible Evacuees” It is critical to provide support to neighborhood community centers and local community organizers for services such as: • childcare respite and support. • help connecting with employment and income generation. • critical supplies such as medicine and clothing. • pop-up food stands. • connections with neighborhood resources. • neighbor-to-neighbor adopt a family pairing programs. 2. Food Distribution and Rescue Grassroots food rescue and accessibility supported by the Initiative includes: • building capacity to rescue tons of food through logistics coordination and volunteer support. • local pop-up food markets. • delivery and transportation of rescued food to cooking and food preparation activities and communal centers and bases. 3. Families of Reservists Examples of support services for families of reservists are: • special kits for children’s activities. • therapeutic play and other supports for children to cope with these very stressful situations. • support groups and nights out for the parent at home. • childcare respite. • family matching services. 4. Releasing the Hostages Advocating for hostages and telling their stories is the most important thing we can all do. More than 1,500 volunteers, including top security, medicine, media, and legal experts, are working together to push for the release of 239 hostages and to support their families. This requires a tremendous amount of advocacy to influence global opinion and especially the countries that have any kind of relations with Hamas, financial support and psychological assistance for family members, worldwide media and PR campaigns, organizing events and activities to maintain global awareness, and more. Every dollar raised will be forwarded and advanced by the Initiative to provide immediate support 🇮🇱

It’s back-to-school season, but for students facing food insecurity, returning to the classroom can be stressful. 46% of children from low-income households say hunger impacts their performance in school. At Allied, we know it takes a village to address major problems like this. That’s why we’ve partnered with Move For Hunger to help address food insecurity head-on and make an impact on the communities we serve. Learn more about how we’re fighting hunger, one move at a time: https://bit.ly/3oCDC5b

At Chobani, our mission has always been to make better food available to all. And when we say "all," we mean even the most vulnerable members of our community: our infants and children. They are the future, and they deserve access to good, nutritious food to support their healthy development.     That's why I'm deeply passionate about ending child hunger. It's why we are committed to paying our employees living wages, partnering with nonprofit organizations and food pantries, and donating millions of pounds of food to feed hungry kids and their families.     Hunger is not a partisan issue; it's a humanitarian one. In the richest country on Earth, it's heartbreaking to know that 13 million children are at risk of going to bed hungry tonight. This is where the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) steps in — it's America's essential feeding program.     WIC provides healthy fruits and vegetables, baby formula, and more, making a significant impact on the well-being of our little ones. The USDA has shown that WIC can reduce infant mortality by an impressive 16%.     However, the clock is ticking, and Congress's commitment to feeding our most vulnerable, our children, remains uncertain. Politics should never get in the way of ensuring our kids have enough to eat.     I urge you to join me, Chobani, Jennifer Garner, Once Upon A Farm, and the National WIC Association in calling on Congress to act swiftly and pass full funding for WIC before it expires on January 19. Every child in our nation deserves a healthy start in life. Let's come together and make sure no child goes to bed hungry. 🙏 Together, we can make a difference. #EndChildHunger #WIC #ChildNutrition #CongressActionNeeded https://lnkd.in/eTNa_yvX This article originally appeared on Fortune.com 

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives and fighting hunger? Look no further! Here are 8 unique ways your support can tackle hunger and create lasting change. 🌱🍎 1. Food drives: Organize or participate in food drives to collect non-perishable items for those in need. 2. Community gardens: Support local community gardens that provide fresh produce to families facing food insecurity. 3. Mobile pantries: Help bring food directly to underserved areas through mobile pantries, reaching those who may not have access to traditional food banks. 4. School meal programs: Support school meal programs that provide nutritious breakfasts and lunches to children from food-insecure households. 5. Emergency food bags: Assist in assembling and distributing emergency food bags for individuals and families in crisis situations. 6. Nutritional education: Volunteer or donate to programs that educate communities on the importance of healthy eating and provide resources for budget-friendly nutritious meals. 7. Food rescue programs: Get involved with food rescue programs that redirect surplus food from restaurants and grocery stores to those in need, reducing waste and fighting hunger simultaneously. 8. Job training: Support organizations that provide job training and employment opportunities, empowering individuals to overcome the cycle of poverty and gain independence. Remember, every small action can have a big impact. Together, let's tackle hunger, change lives, and build a better future for all! 🌍🤝 #FightHunger #MakeADifference #sfbcrc #sahuaritafoodbank #communityresourcecenter