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@MaryAustinBooks@mstdn.social · 2 days ago

I've seen articles saying November #SNAP benefits won't be sent. The pressure on food banks will be tremendous. Many US protest groups are combining mutual aid with protesting. Volunteering or donating is a great contribution to the resistance, and those unable to protest (e.g., members of very targeted groups) are working hard to feed communities.

Please remember, cash donations are better than canned food, but food banks are hesitant to say so.

https://www.feedingamerica.org/hunger-blog/why-cash-donations-help-food-banks-more

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Feeding America

Why Cash Donations Help Food Banks More

With [custom:reus_number_people_food_insecure] people in the U.S. facing hunger, donating your extra or purchased dry and canned goods might seem like the best way to help your neighbors in need. But, the best way to support your local food bank is actually through donating money.Here are four reasons why donating money over food helps more families in need: We can turn a donated dollar into more meals Rather than paying retail prices, our network of food banks works with major manufacturers, retailers, and farmers to secure healthy food. This means that when you donate a dollar, you’re

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@MaryAustinBooks@mstdn.social replied · 2 days ago

But, of course that doesn't mean don't have a food drive. Everybody is used to the idea, and it does help. If you do want to host a donation drive of food or personal items, here's a guide from Feeding America:

https://www.feedingamerica.org/hunger-blog/what-donate-food-bank-and-what-avoid

Feeding America

What to donate to a food bank and what to avoid

So, you’re ready to donate food to your local food bank. That’s great! Whether you’re starting a food drive or just planning to grab a few extra items for donation while out grocery shopping, there are a couple of things you should know about what you can (and should) donate and what food banks won’t accept.What food you CAN donate to your local food bank:This part is pretty easy. Food banks accept dry and canned food donations. What does that mean? Basically, any food that is “shelf-stable” or nonperishable – you can keep it in your pantry and it won’t go bad. And remember, only donate food

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