/tags/food-insecurity food insecurity en-US Copyright Tue, 15 Apr 2025 15:19:22 GMT /news/2025-04-15/dallas-food-insecurity-presentation-city-council The food insecurity rate in Dallas County is one of the worst in Texas — and the nation, according to data presented by county officials. Tue, 15 Apr 2025 15:19:22 GMT /news/2025-04-15/dallas-food-insecurity-presentation-city-council Nathan Collins /news/2025-03-19/tarrant-area-food-bank-faces-4-2m-shortfall-after-federal-funding-loss New cuts to USDA programs funding the purchase of local food creates budget crisis for North Texas food banks. Wed, 19 Mar 2025 10:36:10 GMT /news/2025-03-19/tarrant-area-food-bank-faces-4-2m-shortfall-after-federal-funding-loss Eric E. Garcia | Fort Worth Report /news/2025-01-22/bonton-farms-grant-kroger-grocery-delivery-south-dallas The South Dallas community farm and Kroger launched Grocery Connect last year to bring fresh food to areas lacking reliable access to a grocery store. A $25,000 grant from the HCA Healthcare Foundation will support the program. Wed, 22 Jan 2025 11:03:00 GMT /news/2025-01-22/bonton-farms-grant-kroger-grocery-delivery-south-dallas Olla Mokhtar /news/2025-01-09/southeast-dallas-food-pantry-open-winter-storm People braved icy roads and cold weather Thursday to get fresh groceries and warm clothes at the Inspired Vision Compassion Center in Pleasant Grove. Thu, 09 Jan 2025 22:11:28 GMT /news/2025-01-09/southeast-dallas-food-pantry-open-winter-storm Priscilla Rice /health-wellness/2024-12-13/bonton-farms-south-dallas-wellness-center-affordable-housing The nonprofit will open a wellness center, resource center and affordable housing complex to address ongoing needs in the Bonton community. Fri, 13 Dec 2024 16:52:36 GMT /health-wellness/2024-12-13/bonton-farms-south-dallas-wellness-center-affordable-housing Zara Amaechi /news/2024-12-12/eetz-app-north-texas-food-insecurity-cathedral-of-hope Thousands of people in North Texas are facing food insecurity as the cost of groceries rises. With the help of a new app, Scot MacRae and a group of volunteers are putting food into the hands of those in need. Thu, 12 Dec 2024 11:05:00 GMT /news/2024-12-12/eetz-app-north-texas-food-insecurity-cathedral-of-hope Priscilla Rice /texas-news/2024-09-05/new-poll-finds-its-getting-harder-for-texas-families-to-afford-groceries More than half of families with school-aged children faced food insecurity over the last year. Parents also said concerns over whether they can afford nutritious food for their households is taking a toll on their mental health. Thu, 05 Sep 2024 14:29:39 GMT /texas-news/2024-09-05/new-poll-finds-its-getting-harder-for-texas-families-to-afford-groceries Becky Fogel /news/2024-08-01/south-dallas-camp-summer-meals-hunger-bridge-builders Programs from local organizations like Bridge Builders are providing vital food support and activities for children throughout the summer. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 10:00:00 GMT /news/2024-08-01/south-dallas-camp-summer-meals-hunger-bridge-builders Zara Amaechi /news/2024-07-16/school-districts-food-banks-pitch-in-to-provide-meals-to-children-during-summer-months During summer months, children across the county struggle with food insecurity. However, food banks and school districts alike are helping provide meals for young people. Tue, 16 Jul 2024 11:00:00 GMT /news/2024-07-16/school-districts-food-banks-pitch-in-to-provide-meals-to-children-during-summer-months Emmanuel Rivas Valenzuela /government/2024-05-24/congress-agriculture-committee-bill-hearing-2024 Opponents say this year's farm bill would significantly cut down on federal meal benefits for low-income Americans. Supporters say projected funding cuts are inaccurate. Fri, 24 May 2024 13:17:27 GMT /government/2024-05-24/congress-agriculture-committee-bill-hearing-2024 Toluwani Osibamowo