Articles tagged as: food insecurity
December 1, 2021
Video series offers conversations around food insecurity in central Indiana
Gleaners Food Bank recently launched a video series offering an inside look at food insecurity and the work the organization does to address the issue.
Read MoreNovember 22, 2021
Food insecurity in Marion County is improving, but it's still above pre-pandemic levels
A new report from Indy Hunger Network found 25 percent of people in Indianapolis struggled to get enough food this year. That's improved from a pandemic high of 28 percent in 2020.
Read MoreOctober 8, 2021
Second Helpings CEO Jennifer Vigran retires
A local food insecurity services agency is saying goodbye to its longtime CEO. Jennifer Vigran is stepping down after more than 20 years of service with Second Helpings.
Read MoreOctober 1, 2021
Leaders of urban farming projects work to fight food insecurity
Mayor Joe Hogsett joined members of the Office of Public Health and Safety Board Thursday morning to show support for Soul Food Project, a nonprofit designed to fight food insecurity.
Read MoreSeptember 16, 2021
Gleaners Back Open For In-person Shopping
Gleaners Food Bank of Central Indiana has re-opened its doors to in-person shoppers for the first time in eighteen months.
Read MoreJune 18, 2021
Indianapolis Summer Meal Program Kicks Off
The meal program called Summer Servings offers free, nutritious meals to children 18 and younger during the summer months.
Read MoreMarch 22, 2021
Butler University Addresses Student Food Insecurity
According to a study from the College & University Food Bank Alliance (CUFBA), nearly 30 percent of students across the country experience food insecurity while on campus.
Read MoreMarch 10, 2021
Reflections: Adapting To Address Food Insecurity
As part of WFYI's series this month marking a year of pandemic, this reflection from President and CEO at Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana John Elliott explores the year in food assistance.
Read MoreMarch 8, 2021
More Diversity Needed For Immigrant Families At Pantries
Immigrants in Indianapolis are relying on local food pantries during the pandemic to help stock shelves with different options.
Read MoreFebruary 19, 2021
Neighborhood Food Champions Named In Indianapolis
The Neighborhood Food Champions Program that aims to increase community involved solutions to address food insecurity was launched this week.
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