On February 7, we launched our new monthly action series to use letters to elected officials and newspapers as a way to take action against hunger.
Tag Archives | SNAP/food stamps
Federal Government Shutdown Holds Hungry People Hostage
Just Harvest calls on Republican White House and Congressional officials to immediately re-open government so it can fulfill its critical functions.
What the federal government shutdown means for struggling people
Worried about the nation’s critical anti-hunger and anti-poverty programs? Here’s how the shutdown is affecting the people Just Harvest serves.
Hunger Free America statement on new Trump administration food work requirements
“The new Trump Administration decision – which strips flexibility from states to provide nutrition assistance to people who are unemployed – is unworkable, hypocritical, cruel, and illegal.”
Michael’s story: What it takes to restart your life in Allegheny County
Obtaining the resources that Michael is eligible for became a saga – a series of confusing barriers that no one in need of assistance should have to face.
The new “public charge” rule will hurt immigrant families
Join allies across Allegheny County in the national drive to submit 100,000 comments before the Dec. 10 deadline to oppose the Trump public charge rule.
The four candidates running for U.S. Senator of Pennsylvania
Where the candidates for U.S. Senator of Pennsylvania stand on three key policies that cause hunger.
Connor Lamb and Keith Rothfus: Candidates for U.S. Rep.
Where the candidates for Pa.’s 17th Congressional District stand on three key policies causing hunger.
Can a former drug addict and felon on welfare really change? (Part 2)
In part two of Sara’s story she shares what she went through as a drug addict, why it’s harder for women, and what has helped changed her life.
Can a former drug addict and felon on welfare really change? (Part 1)
Sara has been nearly everything many people fear to be the worst about those who receive government assistance. She is also so much more. Here is part one of her story.
