Trenton, NJ – As food insecurity continues to affect New Jersey residents, the state is launching a new initiative to support families enrolled in free or reduced-price school meal programs. Starting next month, eligible families will receive electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards loaded with $120 per child to help purchase groceries during the summer months. … Read more
After facing significant pressure from lawmakers, community members, and a bipartisan group of high school students, Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen has reversed his decision to reject federal funding aimed at combating childhood hunger during the summer break. The reversal comes as a relief to many, particularly those concerned about food insecurity among low-income families in … Read more
A heartwarming turn of events as Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen reconsiders his stance and embraces the Summer Electronic Benefits Program (EBT), securing $18 million to provide essential support for 150,000 vulnerable children this summer. After Hearing Children’s Stories, Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen Commits to Feeding 150,000 At-Risk Kids In a heartwarming turn of events, USA … Read more