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Articles and notes from Just Harvest staff and partners.
Power of the Pen participants submit public comments to keep immigrant families together
Dozens of people joined us and our allies to take action against another cruel immigration proposal by the Trump administration.
Ann’s Market in the Hill District is now a Fresh Corners store
Our Fresh Corners network now has an 11th store in the program, serving a neighborhood whose residents currently have no local options for fresh produce.
Trying to save cash assistance for the poorest Pennsylvanians
A state-wide coalition has been trying to save a public program that helps the most vulnerable. But our opponents are equally determined.
Retired nurse Toni Harper is still fighting for public health
“If you’ve ever suffered from hunger, you want to give back. I want to be an advocate and open doors for the next generation.”
Member Mike Hughes is no stranger to hardship, or service
This disabled veteran knows what it means to struggle. But he remains determined to work with Just Harvest and other people who hunger for basic fairness.
Power of the Pen: Is raising the minimum wage enough?
Attendees at this monthly event write letters pushing for specific policies to address hunger and poverty. Frank conversation is part of that.
We support an IPOD in Lawrenceville – a new plan for inclusionary zoning
Today, we joined others in urging the Planing Commission to support a plan to boost affordable housing in one of the city’s most gentrified neighborhoods.
James: This senior wants respect for minimum wage workers
Though at 66-years-old he’s past the age of retirement, James describes himself as a working man. Fairer policies would allow him the old age he deserves.
Janice and Bill: Penalized, but grateful for assistance
The 2019 tax season will be the final year for a key measure in the Affordable Care Act. Here’s how it affected one couple.
