And more of what's inside: A staff member's own experience with food insecurity, a policy update about recent CalFresh cuts, and honoring a pioneer in food banking.
 
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"We have to help people. No matter who needs it. If we can help, we have to help."

โ€“ Mr. Singh, featured above with his 5-year-old grandson, Arnav

See how your support is making an impact this summer:

๐Ÿ A staff member's own experience with food insecurity
๐Ÿ“‹ A policy update about recent CalFresh cuts
๐Ÿงก Honoring a pioneer in food banking

 

Brain health starts with access to nutritious food

The foods we eat play an important role in supporting memory, focus and lifelong brain health. Learn why access to nutritious food does more than relieve hunger.

 

A fresh take on giving back

The internet knows her for her dense bean salads. We're grateful to know her as a dedicated volunteer.

Violet Witchel brought her love of fresh food to our warehouse, helping pack 600 boxes โ€” that's 15,000 pounds of fresh produce now headed to neighbors across our community.

Watch to find out what Violet loved most about volunteering and helping ensure families have access to the nutritious food they need to thrive.

 

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