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Anti-Hunger Advocates Call for Swift Passage of Stabenow Farm Bill

November 18, 2024 — Following the introduction of the Rural Prosperity and Food Security Act of 2024 by U.S. Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), anti-hunger advocates applauded the legislation and called for its quick passage. MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger, the leading national organization advocating to end hunger among people of all faiths and backgrounds nationwide, urged Congress to move quickly to pass the legislation, noting the impact it would have on the tens of millions of Americans living with hunger.

Leading Anti-Hunger Advocates: “We’ve Been in this Fight Before – We’re Ready to Continue It Now”

November 6, 2024 — Following declarations that Donald Trump has won the 2024 presidential election, MAZON vowed to continue fighting on behalf of the 47 million food insecure Americans nationwide. The national organization stated they would not waver in its mission to end hunger among people of all faiths and backgrounds, regardless of who occupies the White House.

MAZON Commemorates One Year After October 7th Attacks

October 7, 2024 — "On this devastating anniversary, when our hearts are breaking, we continue to pray for the safety of our friends, families, partners, and all those who are fighting to make the region more peaceful, safe, and food secure. We wish you a Shana Yoter Tova — a better year ahead, one filled with peace, health, and safety for all." -Abby J. Liebman, MAZON President & CEO

MAZON Responds to New USDA Data, Urges Policymakers to ‘Reverse the Course of Hunger’

September 5, 2024 — Today's report acutely spotlights a troubling trend of deepening food insecurity in this country. We’re going in the wrong direction. We have dramatic and recent evidence that safety net programs like SNAP, WIC, and the Child Tax Credit are critical and effective tools to fight hunger and poverty.

MAZON Expresses Deep Concern about Food Shortages and Delivery Delays Impacting Indian Country

August 30, 2024 — “We are deeply concerned about the critical food shortages and delivery disruptions impacting Indigenous communities,” said Mia Hubbard, Executive Vice President of MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger.

MAZON Leads Nearly 50 National Organizations Urging Congress to Address Military Hunger in the Final Farm Bill

August 13, 2024 — MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger sent a letter signed by 49 national organizations urging Members of Congress to ensure that the next Farm Bill removes barriers to SNAP for currently serving military families.

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