Congress’ spending priorities for the coming year include a deal to cut extra monthly SNAP in exchange for a new child hunger program.
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Articles and notes from Just Harvest staff and partners.
The 2023 Pittsburgh city budget must address food apartheid
We have a critical opportunity in the coming weeks to advance the Pittsburgh Food Justice Fund to address deep inequities in neighborhood food access.
Thankful for these two volunteers’ decade of service
Meet two of our volunteers who have now been with Just Harvest for ten years, Danna and Heather!
Take Action: Help stop summer hunger
Use our quick and easy form to email your members of Congress to support a new bill that would keep kids fed when school is out.
It’s easier to get a gun in PA than help out of poverty
Poverty persists in this country, as do government programs to help. But some do less today than before, despite growing need.
Summer tax help from Just Harvest
Tax season is over, but Just Harvest can still help low-income households claim credits and payments they never received in 2020 and 2021.
It’s not too late to claim the 2021 Child Tax Credit
The Child Tax Credit (CTC) was expanded for 2021 to help people through the COVID-19 pandemic and address child poverty.
Nicole’s story: It’s time to Build Back for Justice
“All of us should be able to have a roof over our heads, take care of our kids, and live with dignity. The 2021 Child Tax Credit made that possible […]
New chefs and 45 soups at the return of Empty Bowls
The annual Empty Bowls returns this year with an additional seating and some new soups, all thanks to the generosity of some of the city’s top chefs.
Tell Pittsburgh City Council to address healthy food access in 2022
On Dec. 13, the City of Pittsburgh is holding its annual Budget Public Hearing. City Council members need to hear from you about what they should prioritize!
