Food banks push healthier options amid rising demand
Administrators from 20 Feeding America member food banks report lower donations yet higher need across the nation. HACAP lacks formal nutrition policies but prioritizes nutritious foods, education, and partnerships to boost fresh produce and healthier meals for at‑risk families.
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Better to give food or money a donation question
HACAP and The Crisis Center of Johnson County say both money and food donations help. Monetary gifts stretch dollars while food donations aid immediate needs, though purchases require time. Healthy staples include canned tuna, low-sodium soups, 100 percent juice, whole grain crackers, cereals, whole wheat pasta, canned fruit, vegetables, and pasta sauce. Contact hours and locations vary.
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Sarah Benson Witty
Crisis Center
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Shower the Crisis Center drives aid for Johnson County families
The Crisis Center of Johnson County runs a donation drive through April collecting formula diapers baby food and wipes as financial donations are not available. Table to Table hosts the Amazing Grace fundraising dinner April 18 at Celebration Farm four miles north of I 80 on Hwy 1. Tickets 60 per person 400 per van load. Proceeds support food recovery and distribution to area agencies with over 10 million pounds collected since 1996.
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Gun control backers push emotion in push for reform
Sandy Hook families and Obama pressed for new gun measures using emotional testimony on Capitol Hill. David and Francine Wheeler urged lawmakers to act while sharing personal grief, calling for common sense background checks and safer communities amid bipartisan pushback.
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Newtown
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