Articles tagged as: food insecutiry
June 8, 2022
Food in Transit kicks off fifth season of improving access to healthy food
Food in Transit, launched in 2018 at the Julia M. Carson Transit Center in downtown Indianapolis, allows transit riders to connect with fresh, local produce at low prices.
Read MoreDecember 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 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 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 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.
Read MoreFebruary 12, 2021
Residents Turn Out for Food Distribution at State Fairgrounds
Approximately 1,000 families were served at a mobile food distribution site at the Indiana State Fairgrounds Friday.
Read MoreJanuary 6, 2021
Community Survey Will Study Food Security In Marion County
Indianapoliss Office of Public Health and Safety will lead the effort to examine food environments in all communities and provide a more in-depth look at food security.
Read MoreDecember 31, 2020
The Work, Funding And Challenges Of Addressing The Root Causes Of Violence
Many Indianapolis organizations, public and private, hope to lower violent crime by addressing root causes. These groups mentor, feed people, increase employment opportunities, reduce homelessness and connect those in need with mental health services. This series reports on their work, their funding and their ongoing challenges.
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