Food Shift, a Project of Earth Island InstituteFood Shift, a Project of Earth Island Institute
On June 10, over 1.5 million U.S college students nationwide stand to lose their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly food stamps) benefit eligibility, even though 40% of students continue to face food insecurity.
In California, students can apply online at CalFresh www.getcalfresh.org/students
#foodjusticefriday #foodaccess #foodsecurity #CalFresh
It’s #foodjusticefriday and we’re uplifting hyperlocal food justice. Earlier this month, our partner organization @cocinadelcorazonoakland brought the community together by inviting us, and other local mission-aligned organizations, to celebrate and serve our East Oakland neighbors. We shared a bounty of produce, pantry staples, and treats in a pop-up ‘Mercado Gratis’ (free market). Food is a unifying force. This event was a wonderful reminder that justice starts within our own communities.
Picture 1: Fruitvale community members shopping the Mercado Gratis
Picture 2: Chef Enrique & Jazmin of @cocinadelcorazonoakland, Chef Jen & Patty of Food Shift, and Paddy Iyer of @dailybowluc gather for a rare, in-person selfie
#foodjusticefriday #localfood #foodjustice #justiciaalimentaria #fruitvale #comunidad
May’s #ThriftyThursday tip for reducing food waste with @stopwaste.
A few tips on storing and regrowing green onions to increase abundance and minimize waste in your kitchen.
#stopfoodwaste #FSthriftythursday #greenonions #foodshiftfoodtips