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The Hunger Beat

Learn more about our programs, our supporters, and the everyday impact made possible by people just like you.

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August 12, 2019

Why kicking 3 million people off SNAP is bad policy

Advocates sit with Kate Maehr and Sen. Dick Durbin at a table
March 22, 2019

SNAP recipients at risk share their stories with Senator Dick Durbin

February 25, 2019

Advocates bring passion, stories to D.C.

Rev. Ronnie Smith talks to a soup kitchen guest
February 14, 2019

South Side advocate prepares for D.C.

Volunteers assist a family at the Hines VA Food Pantry
January 16, 2019

Why 755K people could lose SNAP benefits

Person with shopping cart selects produce at Willow Creek Food Pantry
January 10, 2019

What the federal shutdown means for food banks

Tammy receives food at a local food pantry
November 14, 2018

After midterm elections, the future of Farm Bill and SNAP still hangs in balance

Latasha Williams
October 29, 2018

Making the choice between loans or groceries

Kathleen Scanlan at home
August 17, 2018

More Than a Statistic

Judith and Jennifer at the Together We Cope food pantry
August 10, 2018

Mother and Daughter Find Inspiration in Pantry

Angela White visits a food pantry in Schaumburg
July 19, 2017

SNAP: Beyond the Stereotypes

Vince selects items at the Union Avenue food pantry
June 5, 2017

When disability aid runs out, pantry fills in

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