The USDA has proposed changes to WIC “food package” rules, which determine the exact items you can buy with WIC benefits, down to the brand, type, and size.
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Changing Congress’s priorities to match Dr. King’s morals
In one of MLK Jr.’s most famous speeches, he described how our pursuit of economic justice can’t find footing on the path to war.
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.
How the American Rescue Plan can help end child hunger for good
We joined U.S. Sen. Bob Casey of PA and other community leaders at a press conference about how the American Rescue Plan will help families and children.
PA Aims for Spring Start for 2020-2021 P-EBT School Meals Benefits Distribution
Last week, the federal and state government took significant steps to help struggling families feed their children.
The long history of lies behind the Capitol siege, and what must come next
Just Harvest staff watched the attempted siege of the Capitol Building on January 6, as well as the paltry response, with utter horror but not surprise.
How to get registered and cast your ballot in the Nov. 3 election
Elections matter and your vote has power. Here’s the info you need to make sure you and others can participate safely and securely in the Nov. 3 election.
COVID-19: The Federal government must do more
Federal policymakers must enact additional measures now to mitigate the far-reaching economic harms arising from the coronavirus pandemic.
For America’s future, or just the wealthy? Another cruel Trump budget
This budget would push millions of Americans into or deeper into poverty, making life harder in every way possible for people already on the brink.
Estimate doubles of hungry kids hurt by Trump ending “categorical eligibility”
The federal public comment period on a rule change to SNAP that would cut access to free school meals has been re-opened. The final day to comment is November 1!
