CAN you believe that the annual Canstruction exhibition begins tomorrow at Robinson Mall?
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All the cans used to build these impressive creations are dismantled & donated to our neighbors to help them build a life full of nutritious food!

Learn More 👉 bit.ly/canstruction-2…

NEW @feedingamerica stats show that 1 in 8 of our neighbors live in food-insecure households.
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Congress can take action by passing a #FarmBill that strengthens nutrition programs like #TEFAP & #SNAP .

Learn More 👉 bit.ly/take-action-fa…

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Our region has seen a 25% increase in overall food insecurity in the the past year.

Today, Feeding America released its Map the Meal Gap stats showing that all demographics in our area are facing a heightened level of food insecurity.

Read More 👉 bit.ly/2024-MMG

✨ Good Deed of the Week ✨

Microsoft helped us raise over $800 & collect 387lbs of food (2,887 meals) during our food & fund drive at this year's P3R Pittsburgh Marathon Expo!

Host 👉 bit.ly/host-a-fundrai…

Happy #MothersDay !
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To the mothers that always put their families needs above their own - let us take today to put you first. If you or someone you know is a mother in need, please share our services with them.

Visit 👉 pittsburghfoodbank.org
Call 👉 412-460-3663 ext. 655

The Rural Access Mobility Platform (RAMP) Program is bringing more on-demand rides to rural areas!
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In Greene county, you can now request a free ride on RAMP's website or app for essential services (healthcare, groceries, work, etc.)

Learn More 👉 cbsn.ws/3WyM18e

Sue Ellen is no stranger to volunteering!
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In the past, she volunteered at a food bank in Carlisle. Now that she's in the 'burgh, she decided to visit & spend the day with us, stocking shelves & assisting our neighbors.

Read More 👉 pittsburghfoodbank.org/sue

Our OrderAhead locker system is up & running!
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You can now order food from The Market online & pick it up at your convience. Our locker system is temperature-controlled, so that your food always stays fresh.

Learn More 👉 bit.ly/wpxi-food-lock…
Shop 👉 bit.ly/fb-orderahead

This summer, eligible families in 36 states (including PA) will be able to use federal benefits to purchase food for their kids!
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The program, SUN Bucks (also known as Summer-EBT), helps make up for the loss of in-person school lunches.

Learn More 👉 bit.ly/fbnews-summer-…

Our friends at Giant Eagle, Inc. are offering a new way to save!
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Shoppers can use their SNAP benefits on the Flashflood app to find discounts on groceries that are in surplus or nearing best-by date.

Learn More 👉 bit.ly/flashflood-app
Apply for SNAP 👉 bit.ly/PGH-SNAP

Our Collective Impact Initiative is building new partnerships!
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This initiative focuses on 3 counties (Butler, Armstrong & Indiana) to learn how hunger affects our rural neighbors & what partnerships we can form to increase access to food.

Learn More 👉 bit.ly/cii-video

We assembled 19,000+ pre-packed food bags for almost 800 students this school year!
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Our BackPack program discreetly provides children and teens with 10+ shelf stable items for meals and snacks over the weekend.

Learn More 👉 bit.ly/school-pantrie…

Sergeant Jaliscea serves in more ways than one!
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She recently volunteered at a distribution for veterans, military members & their families. With a large family of her own, she & her husband struggle to keep up with bills.

Read More 👉 pittsburghfoodbank.org/jaliscea

MAY we help put meals on your table?
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Pick up fresh, healthy foods at our May events & SHARE this post in case your friends or family need assistance.

Find Food 👉 bit.ly/food-distribut…

From sorting food to guiding visitors through our on-site pantry—YOU can help!
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At our warehouse, the Market or a food distribution, you or your group can impact the life of someone in need.

Volunteer 👉 bit.ly/volunteer-at-t…

✨ Good Deed of the Month ✨

Thank you to the professional chefs that helped plan & execute the Empty Bowls event—Trevett & George (Butterjoint), Art (CCAC Community College of Allegheny County Culinary Arts) & Bill (big Burrito Restaurant Group).

We served nearly 300 gallons of soups to almost 1,400 guests!

There's no better way to teach your kids kindness than through a day at the Food Bank!
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During our #TakeYourKidtoWorkDay , each kid spent their time learning about how their parent's work impacts their neighbors.

Our Impact 👉 bit.ly/fb-our-impact