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The World's Largest Box of Chocolates Contains Over 5,000 Pounds of Candy

Russell Stover is celebrating its 100th anniversary in the biggest way possible.

Focus Atlanta - Feed the Children

Feed the Children discuss their new partnership with the Atlanta Mayor’s Office and AMERICOLD.

Herbalife and the Herbalife Nutrition Foundation Expand Partnership To Reduce Global Hunger and Malnutrition With Leading Anti-Hunger Organization, Feed the Children

With more than 828 million people around the world facing hunger daily, Herbalife, a global health and wellness company and community, and the Herbalife Nutrition Foundation (HNF), through their Nutrition for Zero Hunger initiative, have expanded their partnership with Feed the Children.

FedEx Guatemala celebra su 50 aniversario retribuyendo a la comunidad

Guatemala. FedEx celebró el 50 aniversario de la empresa a nivel global, llevando a cabo una actividad junto a la organización internacional Feed the Children.

Mzimba caregivers decry poor state of classrooms

Some caregivers in Mzimba Community Based Care Centres (CBCCs) have complained of poor state of classroom structures in their centres, saying the classrooms are not conducive to the learning of children.

Americold, Feed the Children partner on hunger relief

Plus, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta sends mentors to schools

Feed the Children works to feed Atlanta families facing food insecurity

Atlanta families have some much-needed support tonight. Several groups including Feed the Children and Americold came together to keep as many people as possible from going hungry.

Feed the Children Receives $46 Million Grant to Support Women and Children in Malawi

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has awarded Feed the Children more than $46 million, including $23 million leveraged from private sector partners, to continue its mission of improving the health and nutritional status of women and children in Malawi.

Coventry Patriots football, PriceRite Marketplace donate to Connecticut Foodshare

Recently, the Coventry High School Patriots football program and PriceRite made a donation to the Connecticut Foodshare Organization, at the PriceRite Marketplace in Wethersfield.

'No Hunger Holiday' helps brighten season for hundreds of families

Holiday cheer and gratitude were abundant Dec. 8 as hundreds of Garvin County families received holiday care packages.

Women Who Work: How USANA and Avon Empower Female Entrepreneurs

Women hold as much as 80% of the buying power in most households—and they aren’t just shopping ‘til they drop. The modern woman is making informed decisions about where she spends her money.

Let's remember families who struggle silently during holiday seasons

As the days get colder and the holiday season draws near, I am reminded that many families across Oklahoma are facing a stark reality. For thousands of Oklahomans ― as well as millions across America ― a significant gap exists between how much food they can afford to buy and what they need to feed their family.

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‘The kids are just happier’: could California’s universal school meal program start a trend?

Before California became the first state to implement a universal meals program for its 6.2 million public school students, Alyssa Wells would keep granola bars in her classroom for students who complained of being hungry.

Serving Those Who Serve Our Nation: Feed the Children Launches Military Family Fund

As we honor the sacrifices of military servicemen and women during Military Appreciation Month, more than 160,000 active duty military families are struggling to put food on the table for their children.

FTC Transportation wins recognition

FTC Transportation, a full-service contract carrier offering truckload hauling throughout the United States, has been named one of the 2022 Best Fleets to Drive For by The Truckload Carriers Association and CarriersEdge.

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Lee Co. Schools, Feed the Children, Nature Made open FREE food pantry

Feed the Children and Nature Made is partnering with Lee County schools to help families by opening a free pantry.

Project Kaito unveils NFT project showcasing anime series created by Michael Chasteen

Project Kaito is on a mission to end world hunger and give hope to the hopeless, with thirty percent of all sales set to be donated to ‘Feed the Children’ and Mental Health charities.

Evangelicals Choose to Give to Secular Charities over Christian Organizations, Poll Finds

More than half of evangelicals choose a secular charity over a Christian organization as their favorite target for giving outside their church, according to a new poll.

More than 9,400 Miles Traveled with Love: Americold, Kraft Heinz and Feed the Children Partner to Feed Struggling Families

With a shared heart for serving, Americold, Kraft Heinz and Feed the Children have been working together to deliver nine semi-truck loads of Ore-Ida Frozen Potatoes to families across the nation living below the poverty line.

StarKist Opens its New Corporate Headquarters in Reston, VA

StarKist Co. today opened its corporate and administrative headquarters in Reston, Virginia, at 1875 Explorer Street, with room for more than 70 employees.

Friend Ships collaboration results in shipments to war refugees

The situation in Ukraine is beyond desperate and heart wrenching to witness on our screens. Friend Ships at Port Mercy in Lake Charles is doing its part to send relief.

Expanding Our Global Impact for Nutrition for Zero Hunger

Organizations are, now more than ever, in need of support, and we are doing our part by increasing the level of our engagement with our strategic partnerships.

Understanding Goals of a Nonprofit Organization: A How-To Guide

Nonprofit organizations saw explosive growth in 2020 and 2021 thanks to a rise in charitable giving and donor retention.

PharaGods Launching First Ancient Museum In The Metaverse, And You’re Part Of The Family!

PharaGods, a new NFT project, aims to become the first ancient museum in the metaverse, offering art creators the chance to sell their creations.

Children hit by climate change

Children keep bearing the brunt of climate change, which has increased the frequency of devastating disasters.

How Gary Sloan Of Feed the Children Is Helping To Address The Growing Challenge Of Food Insecurity

Be patient in your career and life. Things don’t always come easy and your career and life “is truly a marathon and not a sprint.”

Viewpoint: Reading, education are key to breaking cycle of poverty in Oklahoma

We know strong reading skills are a vital component to education. However, recent reports show many students across Oklahoma and millions across the U.S. are falling behind in this critical area due to COVID-related school closures and virtual learning.

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Frito-Lay collaborates with GENYOUth and local nonprofits to fight student hunger

Providing nutritious meals is just one way Frito-Lay and its partners across the country give back to the communities where we live and work.

Feed the Children to Provide More Than $4 Million in Books to Schools, Community Partners Across America During National Reading Month

Feed the Children, a leading nonprofit focused on alleviating childhood hunger, is distributing more than 275,000 books to Title I schools and community partners across the nation during National Reading Month.

NGOs and Charitable Organizations Market 2022 Status and Business Outlook - Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Direct Relief, Médecins Sans Frontières, AmeriCares

The NGOs and Charitable Organizations Market report is a compilation of first-hand information, qualitative and quantitative assessment by industry analysts, inputs from industry experts and industry participants across the value chain.

Tyson Foods Donates 64 Million Meals to Fight Hunger in 2021

Tyson Foods supported its U.S. team members and plant communities in 2021 through numerous hunger and disaster relief efforts, community grants and on-site educational programs.

Hand to Hand Foundation continues expansion in Alma, supporting River Valley nonprofits

Behind every nonprofit is a network of staff, volunteers, partners and donors who create a foundation to build up their communities.

Hundreds of veteran and military families get free food, goods at first Operation Honor

There were long lines and a light rain, but that was fine because there were also hundreds of happy people on Wednesday at Operation Honor, assisting active-duty military personnel, veterans and their families.

A NEW YOU: What we give out, returns to us in abundance

When I was about seven years old, I recall, my mother and I walked to the grocery store and she bought me an African violet plant...

Nutrition for Zero Hunger: One Step Towards Solving Food Insecurity

In the early days of my career, I worked as a pediatrician with the goal of helping my patients get a strong, healthy start...

Bruce Lee's “10,000 Kicks” Challenge - Complete 10,000 Kicks in 10 Days

For millions of Americans, hungry kids are their reality. Not enough money to buy groceries. Not enough food to last until the next paycheck.

Gummy Brand Pledges $50k Donation Match in Partnership with Feed the Children

Children’s gummy vitamin brand L’il Critters is partnering with Feed the Children in support of the non-profit’s ‘No Hunger’ Holidays campaign.

Yamaha partners with Feed the Children, Turner Chapel A.M.E. Church for No Hunger Holidays event

Yamaha U.S., and its subsidiary Yamaha Financial Services, partnered with Feed the Children and Turner Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church to bring No Hunger Holidays to 400 Marietta families.

The Business of Doing Good.

We are what we say; what we do; how we do it; and what we choose not to do. Our products, the programs we initiate, the technological and social advancements we usher forth—they all matter.

400 Families Across OKC Receive Gifts & Goods For The Holidays

About 400 Oklahoma families received gifts and goods from Feed the Children, an Oklahoma-based group looking to boost spirits over the holidays.

How to Help Tornado Victims in Kentucky and Other States

Charitable organizations are mobilizing to help those who lost their homes and livelihoods

Company partners with tribe to battle food insecurity

During the holiday season, many people – including more than 16% of Oklahomans living below the poverty line – suffer from food insecurity, and experts say problems become even more dire as families struggle through the holidays without resources.

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Just in time for Christmas, 360 turn out to WAFER’s monthly “food fair,” where more than just food was given away

A bit different, this month, the “food fair” WAFER holds for those in need.

Kenner Food Bank with Feed the Children, Volunteer Louisiana and Volunteer Louisiana Foundation distribute food and essentials to Jefferson Parish families

Billy Nungesser, and other volunteers handed out food and essentials to help families devastated by Hurricane Ida. A 25-pound box of food, 15-pound box of essentials including personal care items, holiday toys, and children's books were handed out to 400 families.

Dibujan sonrisas en niñas y niños a través de juguetes de Navidad en el Este de L.A.

La Navidad les llegó adelantada a decenas de niñas y niños que acudieron al Este de Los Ángeles por juguetes, cajas de alimentos y otros productos que fueron entregados en el marco de esta celebración que tiene por tradición ofrecer regalos y compartir en familia el nacimiento del niño Jesús.

After another tough year, more Madison families use food pantry services

The River Food Pantry distributes extra food to meet a higher demand during “No Hunger Holidays”

10 Charities That Help Families Affected by Natural Disasters

As climate change grows more serious, families worldwide are being increasingly impacted by floods, tornados, wildfires, hurricanes, and earthquakes. Kentucky is merely the most recent example.

Here's how you can help those in Kentucky and beyond after devastating Midwest tornadoes

About 16 volunteers with the American Red Cross National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region are heading to Kentucky after a deadly outbreak of tornadoes over the weekend.

Catastrophic Tornadoes in Central & Southern States

A historic outbreak of tornadoes and severe storms killed almost 100 people and caused catastrophic damage across six states in the late hours of Friday, December 10, into the early morning hours of Saturday, December 11, 2021.

Viewpoint: Family mealtime is important, and we can help provide that for many Oklahomans

Whether you have an opportunity to have family mealtime every night or only once a week, I think we can all agree it's important to take advantage of every opportunity we have to nourish the mind, soul and body of those we care about.

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Feed the Children, Tyson Foods and Americold Wrap-Up 10-City 'Alliance to Defeat Hunger' Tour with Oklahoma City event

Organizations provide $1.9 million in food, essentials for struggling families during four-month initiative

Which Food Banks Are The Largest In America?

We've compiled this resource as a way to better understand the organizations that have become so critical to fighting food insecurity across the country.

For 'One Day': Love OKC faith-based nonprofit will host drive-thru outreach for families

Love OKC, a nonprofit envisioned by a local pastor, is hosting its annual outreach once again.

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COVID-19 Impacts on Childhood Hunger

Childhood hunger is a problem we just don’t talk about. Many think that the problem only exists in third world countries where poverty is high.

Herbalife Nutrition Launches First Global Responsibility Report

Herbalife Nutrition, a premier global nutrition company, released today its inaugural 2020 Global Responsibility Report.

Price Rite taking steps to address food insecurity in the community

Price Rite Marketplace is taking steps to address food insecurity in the community. The supermarket chain teamed up with Feed The Children, Butterball, and local churches for a food and essential item giveaway Thursday.

Vanderbilt community teams up with nonprofit OneGenAway for food distribution event

Volunteers delivered food to local families to help combat food insecurity in Nashville.

Feed the Children to Serve Thousands of Oklahoma Families During No Hunger Holidays Campaign

Nonprofit partners with Norman Regional Health System for kick off events

Celebrating the Magic of the Holidays: Feed the Children Kicks Off No Hunger Holidays Campaign with Americold, Bentgo and Magic Johnson Enterprises

Feed the Children will hold community distribution events across the U.S. with corporate and community partners providing more than two million meals to families who have faced widespread hardship and uncertainty due to the pandemic's far-reaching effects.

L’il Critters Supports Feed the Children’s Annual ‘No Hunger Holidays’ Campaign with a Match to Help Families Struggling with Food Insecurity

L’il Critters TM, America’s #1 Children’s Gummy Vitamin Brand, a Church & Dwight Co., Inc. brand, is continuing their partnership with Feed the Children

Stewarts Creek Middle collected thousands of items for Thanksgiving meals

“Be awesome today.” Three simple, yet powerful words Dr. Letoni Murry ends with every single morning as he wraps up the daily announcements at Stewarts Creek Middle School.

Churches give away 1,000 turkeys, offer COVID-19 vaccinations in Dover

Just in time for Thanksgiving dinner, faith organizations came together to give away 1,000 turkeys and all the trimmings to residents of Dover Housing Authority’s Manchester Square Apartments.

Feel Good Friday: Feeding the community spirit

In this week’s Feel Good Friday, a story to celebrate that time of year when people put a special focus on showing gratitude.

Herbalife Nutrition lanza su Primer Informe de Responsabilidad Global

Herbalife Nutrition, compañía de nutrición global, publicó el primer Informe de Responsabilidad Global 2020.

Feed The Children To Send Semi-Trucks Full Of Supplies For Hurricane Ida Victims

Another metro charity is answering the call to help Hurricane Ida victims in Louisiana.

Tyson Foods sends truckloads of ice and meals to Louisiana for Hurricane relief

Tyson Foods is giving multiple truckloads of ice along with 500,000 meals to communities in Louisiana after Hurricane Ida ripped through the state.

Partners to multiply Feed the Children donations

Several benefactors have agreed to match donations to Oklahoma City-based Feed the Children through the month of September.

Read more on journalrecord.com

‘Alliance to Defeat Hunger’ makes stop in Amarillo during tour around the nation

With the goal to help end hunger, a local nonprofit joined a national project for a food distribution event.

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September is Defeat Hunger Month: Make a $3.2 Million Impact by Helping Feed the Children Raise $400K in 4 weeks

Each $1 given provides $8 of food, essentials for families across U.S., eight countries worldwide

Frito-Lay and Feed the Children Provide Critical Food Items to Students throughout 2021-2022 School Year

Schools in Underserved Districts in Eight Cities to Receive Monthly Distribution of Shelf-Stable Food Items, Personal Hygiene Items and Educational Supplies; Program to reach More Than a Half Million Students

L’il Critters Donates Vitamins for Kids Ready to go Back-to-School

Church & Dwight, manufacturer of Lil’ Critters kids’ gummy vitamins, has supported Feed the Children’s Summer Hunger and Back-to-School initiatives to help provide children with vitamins.

Oklahoma teachers save hundreds of dollars on school supplies at annual teacher store

Ask any educator and they’ll tell you the job can get expensive – spending hundreds of dollars each year on their students.

Stuffing a bus with school supplies in Ardmore

The United Way of South Central Oklahoma hosted its annual Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive Friday in Ardmore.

How Nutrition Education Supports Communities

The effects of the pandemic have hit our most vulnerable communities and aggravated an issue we can no longer ignore

25 truly sustainable brands to shop, from home to style

With the latest climate change report from the UN looking grim, calling the current climate crisis "code red for humanity", you may be feeling anxious about the future of our planet.

Baseball, Entrepreneurship and Philanthropy: The Cooper and Parker Smith Story

Many of us remember our teenage years fondly. However, not many of us can say that by age fourteen or fifteen we were already successful entrepreneurs and warm-hearted philanthropists.

We can help make difference in children's lives by helping teachers

Opening week at the Teacher Store is one of my favorite times of year — in fact, it’s the highlight of my summer.

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Food Deserts: Travis Arnold of Feed the Children On How They Are Helping To Address The Problem of People Having Limited Access to Healthy & Affordable Food Options

Hunger can’t be defeated with silence. It is important for nonprofits to communicate with business leaders to discuss what’s happening in both the U.S. and around the world.

How Nutrition Education Supports Communities

The effects of the pandemic have hit our most vulnerable communities and aggravated an issue we can no longer ignore—hidden hunger.

Organizations team up for 'Alliance to Defeat Hunger'; provide Emmaus House with additional donations

Providing for those in need. Emmaus House has done that in Garden City for the homeless community for years, but also serves as the distribution site for the Kansas Food Bank to help area residents in need.

Price Rite workers help give out food, personal care items to families in Allentown

Families in the Lehigh Valley struggling to make ends meet are getting help from a grocery store and nonprofit.

This 78-year-old ‘ultrarunner’ is on a coast-to-coast journey across the United States

To understand why Stan Cottrell runs, you first must travel back to 1949 in rural Kentucky. There, the then 6-year-old Cottrell was on his family’s farm in Appalachia, already a frequent laborer tending the land...

Arnold: Feed the Children opens distribution, volunteer center in Chandler

Feed the Children opened our newest distribution center at 3475 S. McQueen Road in Chandler on June 22. We are honored to be a part of the Chandler community and proud to open the 104,300 square-feet facility — equivalent to the size of two football fields.

Feed the Children makes Valley stop, distributing $200,000 worth of items for families

Summer months can be tough on families as they try and provide food and resources their children would usually get while at school.

2 weeks’ worth of food given to military families at JEB Little Creek

The Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes collaborated Friday with Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek to give our two weeks’ worth of food to 150 military families.

Price Rite Marketplace Partners with Feed the Children on Food-security Campaign

Price Rite Marketplace teamed up with anti-hunger organization Feed the Children and event partners Pepsi and Revival Time Evangelical Center to distribute food and essentials to 400 local families on June 16.

Feed the Children and StarKist® Partner to Serve 400 Evansville Families

Feed the Children and StarKist® are joining forces to provide food and essentials to 400 families in the Evansville area from 5 to 7 p.m. June 10 at St. Mark's Lutheran Church (2300 Washington Ave.)

Tyson Foods : Partnering to Keep Families Fed This Summer

Summer is traditionally a time when food insecurity can hit communities hard. To help fill the gaps that some may face this season, Tyson Foods has partnered with Feed the Children and Americold to create an alliance to defeat hunger.

Looking for a way to help families facing food insecurity? Take a Seat at The Table, Feed the Children's Unique Online Giving Community

Since the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic, families across America have rediscovered the value of family mealtime. When families are able to sit down together, it helps them handle the stresses and hassles of daily life.

Honor Moms by Supporting Feed the Children this Mother's Day

Being a mom is a full-time job. Ask any mom and they can tell you about the all-night shifts that stretch into the early morning hours and the never-complete to-do lists.

Beyond Community Pantries: How You Can Help Fight Hunger in the Philippines

The World Bank in December 2020 projected that the ongoing pandemic will sink 2.7 million more Filipinos into poverty.

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Close on Final Sale at Chandler Airport Commerce Park, a 68-Acre Light Industrial Development

Ryan Companies US, Inc., a national developer, designer, builder and property manager offering full-service commercial real estate solutions, along with joint venture partner Allstate Investments, is announcing the final building sale at Chandler Airport Commerce Park.

The Brand Management Agency Has Thrown Its Support Behind a Venerable Non-Profit That Is Changing the World

TruLife Distribution has joined Feed the Children's sponsorship family to help provide critical support and meet the essential needs of those struggling around the world.

Phoenix Union and partners to offer 3 youth vaccination events this summer

Children 12 years of age and older will have the chance to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 shot at three separate youth vaccination events scheduled over separate weekends this summer, officials announced Thursday.

Hundreds of Syracuse families receive free food, supplies on 'Food Insecurity Day'

Around 800 Syracuse families received boxes of free food and other essentials Thursday, on what Mayor Ben Walsh proclaimed "Food Insecurity Day" in the city.

Providing families with dignity 15 pounds at a time

Many people know about Feed the Children’s focus on childhood hunger, but you might be surprised to learn that food items are just part of what we provide to families across the country.

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The Ongoing Need to Fight Food Insecurity After the Pandemic

Corporations need to stand with community organizations to support the world's growing nutrition needs.

Herbalife Nutrition Survey Finds Many Americans Experienced Food Insecurity During Pandemic.

Large percentage of Americans experiencing food insecurity for the first time during the pandemic

Herbalife Nutrition Explains What Is Hidden Hunger and Why Good Nutrition Is Essential to Fight It

When you are deficient in a specific micronutrient, say vitamin D or magnesium, your brain does not get that same clear signal. This form of hunger – known as hidden hunger or micronutrient deficiency

American Parents Believe School Meal Debt Should Be Eliminated

OnePoll conducted a study on behalf of Herbalife Nutrition and Feed the Children where 2,000 Americans who make less than $100,000 a year participated and found that 78 percent of participants believe school meals should be free. Buzz60’s Johana Restrepo has more.

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AMERICA’S TOP CHARITIES

Donations Made to TLD Ministry Evangelistic Media Network Help Feed Orphans, Widows, and the Poor

All donations to the ministry are tax-deductible, and a portion of each donation is allocated to our partner ministries, namely Feed the Children, St. Jude, Salvation Army, and more.

Dr. Ralph Bietz Celebrated for Dedication to the Field of Business

Outside of his work, Dr. Bietz aligns himself with Feed the Children, Vitamin Angels, Food Banks across North America, Serve First, and Evergreen State College.

Food pantry serves 3.5 mil. pounds of food in 2020

The Water Into Wine Food Pantry sent in the following release regarding the pantry’s statistics from last year.

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Herbalife Nutrition se une al Pacto Mundial de las Naciones Unidas

compañía de nutrición global, anunció que se unió al Pacto Mundial de las Naciones Unidas (ONU), la iniciativa de sostenibilidad corporativa más grande del mundo.

Firms giving back: Weaver raises $60K via firmwide charity walk

Weaver donates $60K through a firmwide charity walk

Valley non-profit helping Arizona's homeless

The Valley non-profit Homeless Engagement Lift Partnership is working to help homeless families in Arizona.

The Memphis Grizzlies are doing their part to serve their community

In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and MLK Days of Service, Grizz Nation held a drive-thru event to help 1,200 families with food and household necessities.

Feed the Children names new board member

Feed the Children’s board has been steadily expanding throughout the past few years. For more information, go to feedthechildren.org.

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Feed the Children, Prospect Church provide over 400 boxes of food to Oklahoma families

Feed the Children and Prospect Church partnered to provide 25-pound boxes of food, 15-pound boxes of household essentials, and books and toys to 400 Oklahoma families Saturday as part of their annual No Hunger Holidays campaign.

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No Hungry Holidays campaign helps 400 families

Elkhart Community Schools and Feed the Children partnered to provide 400 struggling families with boxes filled with food, essentials, as well as candy for the holiday season.

Food demand surges at Kingston event

No Hunger Holidays returned to southeast Oklahoma for the fifth consecutive year on Friday.

Feed the Children deploys 5 trucks full on food, household essentials to five cities

Feed the Children, a nonprofit focused on alleviating childhood hunger, hit the road Tuesday morning just after 8:00 a.m. with five semi-trucks full of non-perishable food, household essentials, books and toys.

Read more on okcfox.com

Point of View: Reclaiming grace for a new year

When 2020 began, no one could have imagined what this year would look like. Within a short time, COVID-19 made our world — and in some ways, ourselves — nearly unrecognizable.

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Hundreds helped by Kings Mountain food distribution

Cars were lined up outside the senior center’s entrance and out toward I-85 with the occupants looking for help.

Local military and veteran families benefit from Project Military Hunger Relief

A full semi-truck delivered more than 16,000 pounds of goods on 25 pallets to the distribution point on base.

Tackling Twin Crises: Childhood Hunger and COVID-19

Now more than ever, we must unite to support vulnerable populations and eradicate hunger.

Feed the Children Celebrates World Food Day

Nonprofit joins call for action to grow, nourish, sustain - together, as it provides food, hope to families

Lt. Gov. Fetterman Participates in Food Distribution Event in Erie

Pennsylvania's Lieutenant Governor rolled up his sleeves and helped with a massive food distribution event in Erie Wednesday.

The audacity of asking big for South Oak Cliff High School

Battie’s is one of the first faces SOC’s 1,300 students see every morning

Fighting Hunger in El Salvador

Although El Salvador produces coffee, sugar, corn, rice and more — threats to agriculture remain in the nation.

Something Good: Feed The Children Goes Extra Mile To Help Families

You could call it a caravan of caring.

Frito-Lay and Feed the Children Supplement a Quarter-Million Meals for Students in Underserved Communities this Fall

Schools in Hardest-Hit Communities Across the U.S. to Receive Monthly Distribution of Shelf-Stable Food Items, Frito-Lay Variety Packs, Personal Care Items and Educational Supplies to Help Reduce COVID-19 Burden

Hunger Crisis & The Pandemic

One in four children in the U.S. are struggling with hunger or food insecurity due to the coronavirus pandemic.

A Virtual Tour of Malawi, the ‘Warm Heart of Africa’

Malawi leaves a lasting impression not because of its location of aesthetics, but because of its people.

Point of View: Education the key to breaking cycle of poverty

At Feed the Children, we understand the importance of education and believe it is one of the best ways to break the cycle of poverty.

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First Lady Sarah Stitt hands out backpacks, supplies to foster families ahead of school year

Oklahoma First Lady Sarah Stitt is helping foster families in need, giving away backpacks and school supplies Saturday at Peppers Ranch Foster Care Community in Guthrie.

Nature's Path to Donate One Million Bowls Worth of Food To 10 Food Bank Organizations in the U.S. and Canada

Nature's Path will also match every dollar donated to any of its partner organizations with an additional five dollars worth of healthy, organic food.

2020 back to school month: the need to support students is greater than ever this year

This month, students of all ages - from preschool to college - and their teachers are heading back as a new school year begins.

Mac & cheese for breakfast: Kraft rebrands boxes for limited-time giveaway

During limited release, Kraft is replacing 'dinner' with 'breakfast' on its blue box of mac & cheese

Tyson Foods Reveals 10M Investment

To say that the food insecurity numbers in the U.S. are staggering would not do the issue justice. That is why Tyson Foods has partnered with Feed the Children to provide 10 million meals to families in 16 states across America.

Social Impact Heroes: How Travis Arnold & Feed the Children are helping to end childhood hunger

With the help of our corporate and community partners, we are ensuring that as the need grows, children and their families continue to receive the food and household essentials they require.

How Feed the Children Is Addressing Food Insecurity Amidst the Pandemic

The number of people suffering from food insecurity continues to rise due to current social issues impacting our communities.

Lehigh Valley-based Mack Trucks put these rigs on the road for pandemic aid instead of profit

Mack Trucks has been helping in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic by delivering crucial supplies to nonprofit organizations.

Feed Tucson 2020 will distribute nonperishable food, basic supplies this morning

As the spike in cases of COVID-19 corresponds to an increase in need for families impacted by the pandemic, a dozen local businesses and nonprofit organizations have come together to help those who are struggling.

The Gray Havens to Perform on Inaugural Feed the Children Presents YouTube special to Raise Money for Families Affected by COVID-19

The Gray Havens, a Nashville art-pop duo who debuted on the music scene in 2013, will star in Feed the Children's inaugural video for its YouTube series Feed the Children Presents.

Team of teams helps 400 families

Even during a pandemic when gatherings are limited and distancing and the wearing of masks is required, scores of people came together May 28 to help the less fortunate.

A Small Company With A Big Heart Becomes A Top 5 Brand Virtually Overnight

Three months ago, when asked to describe his job, David Simnick half-joked “traveling soap salesman.”

Roberta Flack hosting virtual listening party to aid youth in need

Youth will be served — in the most giving spirit. That will happen when A Night of Covenant House Stars — benefiting the at-risk youth charity Covenant House — streams at 8 p.m. Monday on Broadway on Demand.

‘This is not the time to do nothing’: Volunteers risk illness to deliver food to the needy

As the global pandemic took hold in the United States, food insecurity spread along with the coronavirus.

MLS Holding Contest for Fans to Design Album Art for New Official Anthem

The ongoing MLS Unites initiative focuses on creative expression this week

James Corden Issues Shirt Off Shoot Out Challenge to NBA

With the now-postponed NBA Playoffs scheduled to start this weekend, James Corden issues a challenge to NBA players in quarantine everywhere.

James Corden Will Pay Furloughed Staff of The Late Late Show Himself

He's also started the #ShirtOffShootOut, a fundraising challenge involving professional basketball players to raise money for the non-profit Feed the Children.

How Beauty Brands Are Giving Back During the Coronavirus Pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has altered pretty much every facet of American life.

How you can help during the coronavirus outbreak

Several nonprofit organizations could use your time and money to make sure vulnerable populations are cared for during the pandemic.

Vhernier Partners with Feed the Children to Help Those Affected by Coronavirus

To help those affected by the coronavirus, Italian jeweler Vhernier is donating profits.

Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Acts of kindness

During these tough times, folks are reaching out and helping others. Here are some examples of help.

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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Acts of kindness

During these tough times, folks are reaching out and helping others. Here are some examples of help.

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ARTY, SOFI TUKKER & 60+ ARTISTS COME TOGETHER FOR VIRTUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT: WORLD ON PAUSE FESTIVAL

COVID-19 has had an immense impact on all of our lives, but the response to help combat this devastating pandemic has been extraordinary, especially in the music industry.

Organizations Join Forces To Provide Hospitality Packages For Unemployed Workers

The Oklahoma Restaurant Association, Oklahoma Hotel and Lodging Association, Feed the Children and Discovery Church of Yukon announced Wednesday they were teaming up to brighten the lives of unemployed hospitality workers around the metro.

Rolling up with food and and a friendly voice during the pandemic

A Buffalo pastor and his church's mobile food pantry parked outside the Belle Community Center on Maryland Street in Buffalo Friday.

Homefest: Late Late Show Special with James Corden and Big Stars

The hour-long special was used as a platform to raise funds for the benefit of the CDC Foundation and Feed the Children to support those suffering from COVID-19.

Feed the Children to Hold Community Events, Provide Relief to Families Affected by Nashville Tornadoes

Feed the Children, an international nonprofit focused on alleviating childhood hunger, is continuing its ongoing disaster relief efforts in response to this week's tornado outbreak.

So many books, so little time

Students in Dickinson County will have plenty to read for “Read Across America” as over 6,500 books are being distributed free to students.

New Britain providing place to learn for 18 students after Puerto Rican earthquake

159 students have started their new academic life throughout the state’s school systems, including 18 so far in New Britain.

Muskogee schools outfit buses with book buckets

Muskogee Public Schools has put buckets of books on its buses for the kids’ reading enjoyment.

Program prepares young adults with disabilities for workforce

Project SEARCH is a fantastic program that allows us to empower those with disabilities and display their worth as workers in our communities

A Chef Designs Shelf-Stable Meals for the Needy

John Doherty, an owner of the Black Barn Restaurant, has created a line of pouched meals to feed the hungry.

‘I am a scavenger’: The desperate things teachers do to get the classroom supplies they need

Like nearly all teachers in America, Becky Cranson spends her own money to buy supplies for her students.

Community effort feeds the hungry in Murray County

Hundreds on families drove through the Crossway Church parking lot in Sulphur Tuesday afternoon for No Hunger Holidays.

Feed the Children - Season of Giving Photos

Grizzlies players, coaching staff & employees provided 400 families with food & necessities, courtesy of Feed the Children.

Meaningful Thanksgiving Activities For The Whole Family

Charities such as Feed the Children provide food to kids who need it.

Herbalife Nutrition Offers Hope This Holiday Season With “Nutrition for Zero Hunger” Campaign

The Company’s food drive will collect donations from its office and manufacturing facilities and approximately 2,600 employees across the United States to help Feed the Children reach its goal to bring food and daily essentials to thousands of American families during the holidays.

Feed the Children spreads holiday cheer with food

An organization is hoping they were able to relieve some of the holiday stress for families in Lawton after handing out 400 boxes of food.

Feed the Children delivers truckload of food, personal care items to Charlotte

Feed the Children asked Northside Baptist Church and community partners to be their hands and feet on the ground for the distribution.

Food giveaway helps feed 400 families in Pittsburgh’s West End

Recipients said they sorely needed the food, which included such things as canned vegetables, spaghetti, macaroni and cheese and peanut butter.

Fazoli’s and Feed the Children are teaming up for hunger relief in Dayton this week

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Fazoli’s will be donating food and other products to those in need in the Miami Valley this week.

16 Ways You Can Help Kids All Around The World

When your car reaches the end of its life or it's simply time for an upgrade, you can donate your used vehicle to any number of organizations that support children. Feed the Children is one such option.

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Arnold: Acts of kindness

This holiday season, Feed the Children is giving everyone an opportunity to get a small glimpse of the work that we do through our No Hunger Holidays campaign.

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Fazoli's and Feed the Children host no hunger holiday dinner

On top of all the food, there were Disney meet and greets, face painting and talks with Santa Clause.

Outreach between nonprofit, OKC church helps serve the community

The outreach coordinated by the church provided an estimated 400 families with food and other items — just in time for Thanksgiving.

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Feed the Children promotes awareness of healthy diets for World Food Day

While Feed the Children works every day to end childhood hunger, the hope is that by sharing the #WorldFoodDay2019 and #ZeroHunger messages connected to World Food Day, individuals and groups will step up to do even more.

Read more on oklahoman.com

Herbalife Nutrition Launches “Nutrition for Zero Hunger” Initiative, Pledging $2M to Help Fight Global Hunger

Feed the Children has designated September as Defeat Hunger Month and as a lead partner of Nutrition for Zero Hunger, Herbalife Nutrition will support their programs to help end hunger around the world.

Bahamas’ fisheries face huge losses in wake of Hurricane Dorian

StarKist is matching the first USD 25,000 (EUR 23,000) raised in donations through Feed the Children to assist in recovery, as well as sponsoring a semi-truck filled with food and supplies that will soon be deployed to the Bahamas.

This Organization Works With Corporations and Community Organizations to Defeat Childhood Hunger

In the United States, one in every six children will struggle with hunger or food insecurity. Feed the Children is committed to working each day to defeat hunger.

Dealing with Disaster: Feed the Children Works to Help Families Prepare and Recover

How to create a disaster plan, prepare for the future, and more.

Aiding in the community

The Greater Elkhart Young Professionals volunteered to help local teachers Friday morning at Feed the Children.

Food Trucks for a Cause

“Everybody loves a food truck so I invited these two trucks out and invited the community"

Experts say there are ways to save on back to school shopping

The average American family is going to spend about $700 on back to school shopping this year. That's from retail experts making predictions on how the season will go.

Marcus Scribner on his "Grownish" Family & How he's Helping Feed the Children with Frito-Lay

Marcus is on “Blackish” airing in the fall. For more info on the Frito-Lay packs visit snackablenotes.com.

Feed the Children, Price Rite donate hundreds of boxes to Manchester families

Four hundred Manchester families each received a box full of food and essentials just in time for back-to-school season.

Free school supplies offered to Oklahoma teachers

Fifth grade teacher Teresa Langford said new school supplies help a lot. So she went to the school supply giveaway at the Feed the Children Teacher Store on Tuesday.

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Change Starts with You

I was asked recently what could change the face of philanthropy in the United States. This question came on the heels of flat/slightly declining national charity giving stats as reported by Giving USA.

Fathers should emphasize the power of mealtimes

Time spent together over a meal is something that strengthens relationships, develops positive behaviors, creates connections and provides stability for our kids.

Sending Hope Across the Ocean

You’ve seen the appeals to sponsor a child for a few dollars a month and change their lives forever. But, have you wondered if these are real children with real needs?

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Feed the Children Provides Free Food for Hundreds

Dozens of volunteers spent the day providing free food to families at a Feed the Children event Wednesday.

Feed the Children Dinner

The event featured a multi-course dinner with paired beverages and silent auction emceed by Billy Harris.

Salvation Army feeds 800 York families with new partnership

The Salvation Army York, in a new partnership with Feed the Children and Price Rite Marketplace, will provide 800 hungry York families with food.

Feed the Children seeks donations for schools

Feed the Children is asking businesses in Oklahoma to sign up to gather school supplies for the nonprofit organization’s Teacher Store during its Supply Our Schools initiative.

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Volunteering with Heart: How the Gift of Time Fuels Feed the Children’s Mission

In fiscal year 2018, Feed the Children’s U.S.-based food distribution program helped more than 5.1 million children and families, with more than 340,000 of those being in Oklahoma, who were at risk of running out of food.

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Feed the Children provides top 5 tips to help kids prepare for disaster

Feed the Children is known for feeding hungry kids. They distribute product donations from corporate donors to local community partners, and they provide support for teachers and students.

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Arnold: Make the magic of mealtime a reality

Breakfast is often called the most important meal of the day. While physically that may very well be true, from a mental and emotional standpoint the most important meal of the day is the one spent with family.

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Brand Power: CCJ’s Five Flashiest Fleets show bold, purposeful designs and strong emotion

FTC Transportation’s innovative culture has garnered the small-but-mighty fleet a number of industry awards and recognitions over the years. That innovation also is exhibited in its Feed The Children trailer graphic.

Lawton organizations work together to ensure local families don’t go without this holiday season

K9 Motorcycle club and Hungry Hearts are participating in a national campaign called Feed the Children, which helps give children a hunger-free holiday season.

Local families receive food, goods from United Way of Tucson, Feed the Children partnership

United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona partnered with the national Feed the Children program on Tuesday, Dec. 4 to distribute gift boxes to 800 local families in need at Park Place.

Fort Bragg families affected by Hurricane Florence receive boxes of food

Almost 16,000 pounds of food was distributed Tuesday to 400 soldiers and families affected by Hurricane Florence at Fort Bragg. The USO of North Carolina partnered with the U.S.-based Feed the Children charity to provide the boxes filled with canned and dry food.

Feed the Children Transforms Hunger Into Hope through Annual No Hunger Holidays Campaign

This November, Feed the Children launched its No Hunger Holidays campaign to feed thousands of families across the United States throughout the holiday season.

Community participates in Feed the Children despite rain

Volunteers, case managers and over 800 individuals and families recently braved a rainstorm to join Feed the Children, PepsiCo Inc. and Tops Friendly Markets for #ROC in Rochester.

Teachers shop for free supplies, books

The line started forming bright and early early outside the Oklahoma City headquarters of Feed the Children. Teachers from places such as Noble, Okemah, Sulphur and Snyder waited patiently — some for two hours — to stake their claim.

Operation Food Search Joins Forces to End Childhood Hunger

Operation Food Search, a non-profit hunger relief organization, recently worked with Edgewell Personal Care, Farmhaus, and world anti-hunger organization Feed the Children to fight childhood hunger in the St. Louis community.

Feeding Minds and Bodies campaign helps families in need

Price Rite Marketplace partnered with Feed The Children and Salvation Army Harrisburg for the Feeding Minds and Bodies Campaign.

Feed the Children CEO: The importance of mealtime

When I was a kid, we ate dinner as a family almost every night.

The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation – Helping Feed Philadelphia

The Malcom Jenkins Foundation and PepsiCo have partnered with Feed the Children to kick off “Get Ready Fest™: Helping Feed Philadelphia” – a signature event of The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation.

More than 450 families attend Feed the Children event

More than 450 selected families came together in Fairmont today as ‘Teleperformance’ and ‘North Central West Virginia Community Action’ hosted the ‘Feed the Children’ truck event.

6-month feeding for 400 Laguerta children launched

MARCH 8, 2018 marked the beginning of the six-month feeding program sponsored by devotees of Mary Mediatrix from the Archdiocesan Shrine and Parish of St. Therese of the Child Jesus in Barangay Lahug, Cebu City.

Feed the Children handed out 120,000 meal boxes for students ahead of walkout

On Friday, as students left school at Hillcrest Elementary in Oklahoma City, they weren’t sure when they’d be back. Classes are canceled Monday, and could be canceled for many more days because of the teacher walkout.

Read more on okcfox.com

Three Tidbits: Farmhaus gives back, Kingside freshens up, candy crush in the Loop

St. Louis’ acclaimed Farmhaus restaurant will host a benefit dinner for nonprofit Feed the Children—with a star-studded lineup of local chefs.

Carmelo Anthony Jumpstarts Holiday Cheer for OKC Families

Through the car window, Carmelo Anthony nonchalantly extended his hand to the boy for a handshake. The stunned youngster recoiled in the backseat with awe draping his face.

Kings Mountain company partners to feed families

The holiday season can be a tough time for families that don’t have enough money to buy gifts on top of putting food on the table and keeping the lights on.

Creating hunger-free holidays one family at a time

It was a brisk Saturday morning when neighbors at a Northeast Oklahoma City apartment complex gathered around 400 boxes of food and essentials that Feed the Children had delivered.

Feed the Children honored for work in Appalachia

Officials with the Christian Appalachian Project honored Feed the Children Thursday for helping people in Appalachia. Feed the Children has made a significant impact on Central Appalachia and has come alongside the Christian Appalachian Project for more than 25 years.

Celebrity Chef Develops Restaurant-Quality Ready-to-Eat Meals for Needy Families

Chef John Doherty has spent 23 years cooking extravagant meals for presidents, dignitaries, and celebrities. Now the New York City restaurant owner is focusing on preparing nutritious and delicious ready-to-eat meals for families who don’t have funds or access to their own groceries.

Press Releases

When Summer Begins, School Meals End - Feed the Children Kicks Off Summer Hunger Awareness Campaign

June 6, 2023 - Feed the Children - Oklahoma City, OK

Nonprofit works with partners across U.S. to provide food, essentials for children, families

Feed the Children Wins 12 Telly Awards in Annual Competition

May 25, 2023 - Feed the Children - Oklahoma City, OK

International nonprofit receives recognition for public service campaigns

Julie Laird Davis joins Feed the Children

May 17, 2023 - Feed the children - Oklahoma City, OK

New SVP brings extensive nonprofit knowledge and strategic leadership experience

Honor Moms by Supporting Feed the Children this Mother’s Day

May 12, 2023 - Feed the Children - Oklahoma City, OK

Donations provide food and support for children, families in U.S. and around the world

Feed the Children Celebrates the Power of Partnership this World Water Day

March 22, 2023 - Feed the Children - Oklahoma City, OK

Nonprofit works with partners around the world to provide safe, clean water

Feed the Children Adds Three Vice Presidents as Nonprofit Looks to Continue Growth

February 23, 2023 - Feed the Children - Oklahoma City, OK

Feed the Children, is continuing its forward momentum into its next generation of growth and development with the addition of three vice presidents, each bringing extensive nonprofit experience to their new positions.

Americold, Feed the Children Partner with Atlanta Mayor's Office, to Provide 1,200 Families with Hunger relief this Spring

February 22, 2023 - Feed the Children - Atlanta, GA

Organizations support students and their families with Community Resource events

Baywoods Hotels, Journey’s Crossing Church and Feed the Children Team Up to Deliver Food, Essentials to 400 Families

January 17, 2023 - Feed the Children - Germantown, MD

Baywoods Hotels, Journey’s Crossing Church and Feed the Children teamed up to deliver food, resources and hope to 400 families in Germantown Monday to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Americold, Feed the Children Partner with Atlanta Mayor’s office to Provide 8,000 Ready-to-Eat Meal Kits to support Hunger Relief during Holiday Break

December 1, 2022 - Feed the Children - Atlanta, GA

Many families face challenges with no access to free, reduced school meals

Celebrating the Magic of the Holidays: Feed the Children Kicks Off Its No Hunger Holidays Campaign with Corporate and Community Partners

November 3, 2022 - Feed the Children - Oklahoma City, OK

Nonprofit sets goal to deliver two million meals to be distributed across the U.S.

Amanda Rodriguez Joins Board of Directors at Feed the Children

November 1, 2022 - Feed the Children - Oklahoma City, OK

12 members now serve on OKC-based, global anti-hunger organization’s board

Feed the Children Works with Corporate, Community Partners to Provide Critical Food, Supplies to Families Following Hurricane Ian

September 29, 2022 - Feed the Children - Oklahoma City, OK

Nonprofit announces plans for disaster relief efforts as Category 4 storm affects millions

More than 9,400 Miles Traveled with Love: Americold, Kraft Heinz and Feed the Children Partner to Feed Struggling Families

April 28, 2022 - Feed the Children - Oklahoma City, OK

Many still facing hardships from pandemic and aftermath of natural disasters