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I am often asked: “why does addressing food insecurity for children and youth matter so much?” Rite Aid Healthy Futures has endeavored to answer this important question by working closely with community leaders, innovative organizations and resilient neighborhoods over the last two years through our Strengthening Cities initiative. It has been quite a motivating and high-stakes journey. The “Nourishing Neighborhoods” report offers many strategies and stories across six great American cities, uplifting opportunities ranging from youth leadership and school partnerships to urban farming and food systems. Ultimately, I believe there are three compelling answers to “why healthy food?” is so critical for our children: 1) There is a direct line between nutritious food, good health and racial equity to improve health outcomes and ultimately prevent many chronic and life-threatening medical conditions during youth or adulthood, which disproportionately affect Black and Brown neighbors and neighborhoods. 2) Nutritious food is the “everyday factor” that unlocks value to other vital social determinants of health, such as education. When kids aren’t hungry at school, their cognitive function and learning potential increases dramatically. 3) By listening and learning from front-line organizations and local residents, we can provide much-needed agency to youth, plus dignity and sovereignty to communities, creating hope and health that spans the seasons of years and lives. Healthy food matters at every age and stage of life. It singularly and pervasively touches everyone all the time. But with one in five Americans facing food insecurity, we must move with more purpose and urgency to eradicate hunger in America. It is a moral and social imperative. Please read the “Nourishing Neighborhoods” report and share your own experiences and perspectives. Together, let’s author a new narrative and change conditions so healthy futures are truly attainable for all! - Matt

Just moved in? Here's how to quickly fall in love with your new neighborhood: 1) Host a housewarming and invite your neighbors over for drinks and appetizers. 2) Get involved. Attend local town hall meetings to listen and learn the latest news and happenings. 3) Explore meetup.com for local interest groups. Shared hobbies are a fantastic way to connect. 4) Peruse a local farmers market to support local businesses and take in the community vibe. 5) Join your area’s association. Most neighborhoods have an association. Join yours to get involved and meet neighbors! 6) Take after-dinner strolls. Explore the neighborhood by going on leisurely walks at a time when most of your neighbors are home. It's a great way to discover hidden gems and meet fellow residents. What's the best way for new neighbors to settle in? Share your thoughts and what's worked for you below! #NeighborhoodLove #NewBeginnings #CommunityConnection #HousewarmingTips #LocalExploration #MeetYourNeighbors #GetInvolved #CommunityEngagement #SettleInWithNeighbors #NewInTown #DiscoverYourCommunity

New #chapter from Richardson: Soil, Soul, and Society: The Healing Power of Community Gardens in Black Neighborhoods TL;DR: social infrastructure like community gardens address not only the physical aspects of health but also mental well-being and community resilience. https://lnkd.in/eZdZ5duJ

Just moved in? Here's how to quickly fall in love with your new neighborhood! 1) Host a housewarming and invite your neighbors over for drinks and appetizers. 2) Get involved: Attend local town hall meetings to listen and learn the latest news and happenings. 3) Explore Meetup.com for local interest groups. Shared hobbies are a fantastic way to connect! 4) Peruse a local farmers market to support local businesses and take in the community vibe. 5) Join your area’s association. Most neighborhoods have an association. Join yours to get involved and meet neighbors! 6) Take after-dinner strolls. Explore the neighborhood by going on leisurely walks at a time when most of your neighbors are home. It's a great way to discover hidden gems and meet fellow residents. What's the best way for new neighbors to settle in? Share your thoughts and ideas below! #meetyourneighbors #newtotheneighborhood #INneighborhoods #INneighbors #neighbortoneighbor #Indianapolisneighborhoods #Indyneighborhoods

Community Servings is pleased to be a partner in #MakeHungerHistory, an ambitious statewide initiative to end hunger in Massachusetts led by a coalition of advocates, policymakers, businesses, service providers, and individuals with lived experiences of hunger. Together, we aim to inform policy, challenge stigmas, and build a grassroots movement to change a system that leaves too many neighbors without the resources they need to access healthy, nutritious foods for themselves and their families. With 1 in 3 Massachusetts’ residents facing hunger, the time to act is now. For more about Make Hunger History or to pledge your support, visit makehungerhistoryma.org. “At Community Servings, we witness every day how access to nutritious meals can transform lives, particularly for those managing complex health conditions. Our investment in this coalition is about recognizing the vital intersection of food and health. As a leader in this space, Massachusetts is poised to set a national example. Together, we’re not just ending hunger; we’re healing communities and building a healthier future for all.” CEO David B. Waters

🥖 Fresh from the oven! 🍞 In the heart of Fredericton, something wholesome is rising, and it's not just sourdough! Greener Village is cooking up a heartwarming program where folks can learn to bake bread while making a difference in their community. 💡 Here's why this kneads your attention: - Baking is more than a skill—it's an art form that brings people together and now, it gives back too. - This blend of culinary teaching and community service is a novel approach to fostering social bonds and nourishing both bodies and souls. - We're witnessing the mixture of tradition and charity work to create a community-focused recipe for positive change. 👨🍳 If this initiative proves successful, I predict it could rise to the occasion and become a model for community engagement far beyond Fredericton: - Encouraging self-sufficiency while addressing food security. - Inspiring similar programs elsewhere, baking a worldwide batch of generosity. 💭 Let's reflect on what this could mean – a movement stirred together with the yeast of good will and the flour of community support. Imagine that waft of freshly-baked bread bringing communities together, loaf by loaf. 📈 This rolls out vast potential for both personal and communal growth. And isn't that just the kind of news we could all use a slice of these days? #CommunitySpirit #BakingADifference #GreenerVillage #FrederictonFinds #CulinaryCommunity #BreadForChange 💼 Fancy a chat about how simple ideas can create impactful waves in the community? Reach out on LinkedIn or get your daily dose of insightful conversation at insidercondos.com. Let's map the future of community engagement together! 📈

As we celebrate the #NationalDayOfReason today, a reminder that Secular Week of Action ends tomorrow! If you’re still looking for ideas to participate this year, or you'd like to share pictures from your activities, check out some of our tips on www.weekofaction.org #SecularValues #SecularAction #WeekOfAction

M25 Barbecue is personal, selfless, effective and Christ-honoring. It's an outreach ministry that combines compassion, service, evangelism, and, yes — barbecue — what appears to be a winning recipe for any church or community. - The Baptist Paper

One in five Canadians face food insecurity. United Way BC’s Regional Community Food Hubs are here to help. They strengthen community bonds and improve quality of life for diverse populations across British Columbia. These hubs provide essential services, including food access, literacy, wellness programs, and mental health support. 🍎 In 2023/24, United Way BC's 23 Regional Community Food Hubs strengthened food access for over 450,000 individuals and their families, including children and youth, seniors, individuals experiencing isolation, newcomers, and people living in rural and remote communities and Indigenous communities across British Columbia. Learn more about our impact in 2023-2024 in our annual report: https://lnkd.in/gMm92s8A

Explore the benefits of professional carpet cleaning in our latest blog post. Learn how it not only beautifies but also sanitizes your sacred space, promoting a healthier environment for your congregation. 📖 Read the full story by clicking the link in the comments! #ChurchMaintenance #CarpetCleaning #HealthySpaces #CommunityCare