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How Unfamiliar Fish Are Helping Mainers Fight Food Insecurity

Kea Krause

March 28, 2024 |

Reasons to be Cheerful |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Maine

The Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association launched a program to support local fishing businesses and address food insecurity during the pandemic that continues to do so today. The nonprofit buys fish at a more than fair price from local businesses and donates them to food banks and public school food programs.

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Comox Valley Farmers' Market coupon needs have 'skyrocketed'

Madeline Dunnett

February 07, 2024 |

The Discourse |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: Canada, Comox Valley, British Columbia

The BC Farmer’s Market Nutrition Coupon Program in British Columbia, Canada, provides lower-income families and seniors with coupons to purchase food at farmer’s markets. The program improves food security by ensuring more people have access to fresh, healthy food and supporting local farmers.

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Campesinos nicaragüenses impulsan modelo de producción autosustentable en Costa Rica

Donaldo Hernández

January 26, 2024 |

Voice of America (VOA) |

Video |

3-5 Minutes

Response Location: Costa Rica

En una zona rural de Costa Rica, un grupo de campesinos nicaragüenses forzados a salir de su país logró levantar una comunidad productiva. Rentaron varias manzanas de tierra para trabajar en la agricultura y la ganadería, como lo hacían en su natal Nicaragua. Informa Donaldo Hernández.

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How tax credits and social finance are building a healthy future for Nova Scotians

Diane Bérard

July 24, 2023 |

Future of Good |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: Canada, Nova Scotia

Novia Scotia, Canada, created community economic development investment funds with a 35% tax credit to investors to help small businesses that need capital but don’t qualify for bank loans. The cooperative FarmWorks brings together investors and farmers using this funding method to provide loans that will directly support the local food network.

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An Urban Oasis

Katie Scarlett Brandt

July 11, 2023 |

Native Science Report |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Chicago, Illinois

The First Nations Garden, run by the Chi-Nations Youth Council, is a gathering space for the area’s 65,000 Native people, providing them with a garden and a highly-requested green space that hosts regular events and provides cultural resources and education while fostering community.

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One seed at a time: Lebanese project promotes agroecology for farmer autonomy

Áine Donnellan

June 29, 2023 |

Mongabay |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: Lebanon, Saadnayel

An organic seed farm provides free education to Lebanese farmers on transitioning away from chemical pesticides and fertilizers into agroecology. The farm, called Buzuruna Juzuruna, is creating a network across the country and runs an heirloom seed cooperative with over 300 varieties of seeds to share for free.

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Del concreto al bolsillo: Descubre cómo cosecharon hasta $30 semanales entre los edificios en Zacamil.

Adriana González

May 13, 2023 |

Proyecto Lava |

Social Media |

Under 3 Minutes

Response Location: El Salvador

Para luchar contra el alza de precios de los alimentos, Micelio Suburbano construye huertas para comunidades en espacios urbanos. Los voluntarios que trabajan en las huertas reciben comida para alimentar a sus casas, y así pueden ahorrar dinero.

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Westside Food Bank Helps Angelenos

Catherine Lima

May 05, 2023 |

DÍG en Español |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: United States, Los Angeles, California

The Westside Food Bank has been distributing food to community members in need across the city since 1981. Today, they provide nutritious food and fresh produce to 153,000 people facing food insecurity.

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Iowa church's 'community fridge' becomes ministry hub connecting neighbors with neighbors

David Paulsen

May 03, 2023 |

Episcopal News Service |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Des Moines, Iowa

An insulated shed turned food pantry at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Des Moines, Iowa, is open 24 hours a day seven days a week. Community members can drop off donations or pick up food for themselves at any time for no cost. And the pantry has a refrigerator for perishable goods.

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Neveras comunitarias contra el desperdicio de alimentos

Esther Barrio

April 28, 2023 |

Revista Haz |

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Over 3000 Words

Response Location: Spain

La Red de Neveras Solidarias lucha contra el desperdicio alimentario con depósitos ‘seguros’ de excedente de comida de hogares y comercios de proximidad para que otros puedan aprovecharlos de manera gratuita. Cuenta con 25 instalaciones en España, en su mayoría en el País Vasco y Cataluña.

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