Monthly Archives: February 2011

Now A Jilted Lover: President’s Budget Calls For Cuts In Support For Nonprofits

Posted on February 28, 2011 by endchildhungerblog

So much for the Valentine’s love: As reported here by the The Chronicle of Philanthropy, the Obama administration’s budget for fiscal year 2012 includes, among other things, a proposal to cap the value of itemized deductions, including those for charitable … Continue reading →

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Valentine Love: President’s FY 2012 Budget Proposal Includes Restoration of SNAP Cuts

Posted on February 25, 2011 by endchildhungerblog

As reported by the Food Research and Action Center (FRAC), the proposed 2012 budget released by President Barack Obama on Febuary 14th, 2011, provides strong support for the federal nutrition programs and the anticipated growth in those programs – especially … Continue reading →

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Food Stamps (SNAP) Benefits Now Helping 1 In 5 In Jacksonville, FL

Posted on February 23, 2011 by endchildhungerblog

The Florida Times-Union reports recently that Food Stamp use has more than doubled in Duval County over the past five years. That grim statistic is twice the national average and is the second highest in a study of 22 cities … Continue reading →

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Just Released: “Hunger in Our Schools: Share Our Strength’s Teacher Report”

Posted on February 22, 2011 by endchildhungerblog

Just released this afternoon:  “Hunger in Our Schools: Share Our Strength’s Teachers Report.” Because teachers are on the frontlines of this battle, Share Our Strength wanted to hear directly from them about the hunger they witness in the classroom. One … Continue reading →

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Kids Growing up to Be Soldiers? NOT!

Posted on February 21, 2011 by endchildhungerblog

Slightly off-subject for us, but troubling news: Whether you are pro or anti-military, the simple fact is that most young adults in the U.S. cannot qualify for military service, and one major reason lies with our troubled educational system. USA … Continue reading →

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