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What to do With Apple Droppings

Apple droppings are the apples that drop from apple trees. These can be found in orchards, sometimes cheaper than those you would pick from the trees. You may have a neighbor who lets you pick them up off their lawn for free. Or they may be given away at food cupboards. No matter how you [...]

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Feature Article: National Food Banks and How They Help

By Sheila Buck Food banks supply low-income families with the food they need to survive. The National Food Bank, also known as, Feeding America, works with several other local food banks to make sure that families stay fed and children stay healthy. The National Food Bank and the smaller food banks share a close relationship, [...]

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Feature Article: What is WIC and How It is Helpful

By Sheila Buck WIC is a federal nutrition program that helps pregnant and nursing moms,  as well as, infants and children up to age five. This program helps  families to meet their children’s nutritional needs, and offers other services.  Listed below are some helpful facts about the WIC program . This program offers nutritional information [...]

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Feature Article: What is a Soup Kitchen and What is Usually Served at One?

By Sheila Buck A soup kitchen is a place where food is served to the hungry for free or for a low price. These kitchens are usually open on week days, but not on weekends. The staff is usually made up of volunteers. They set up the tables and chairs, cook the meals and clean [...]

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