Giving With Impact Addressing Hunger in America: ‘There’s very little resiliency left in the system.’
May 20, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Kyle Endres, the Executive Director of We Don’t Waste, shares insights on innovative food recovery methods while highlighting the critical role of food pantries in addressing hunger. Vince Hall, Chief Government Relations Officer at Feeding America, stresses the urgency of advocacy, particularly regarding the Farm Bill. They delve into the impact of funding uncertainties on food assistance and emphasize the importance of community partnerships and creative distribution strategies to enhance food security across America.
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Feeding America's National Reach
- Feeding America links over 200 food banks with 60,000 charities to distribute nearly 6 billion meals per year.
- They also advocate for policies tackling hunger's root causes like healthcare, employment, and wages.
Tap Donor-Advised Fund Donations
- Nonprofits should add donor-advised funds as a donation option on their websites and fundraising materials.
- Utilizing available fundraising toolkits and webinars can help them attract and grow their donor base effectively.
Customized Food Aid to Reduce Waste
- We Don't Waste customizes food donations to meet the specific needs of each nonprofit partner, whether they need fresh or shelf-stable items.
- They source surplus food from various reasons like overproduction and date label confusion to ensure no food is wasted.