Author: FAKH Communications
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Rise in Food Insecurity Affects Over 176,000 Kentuckians in the Heartland, New Data Shows
August 12, 2024 – The latest Map the Meal Gap data from Feeding America reveals a troubling surge in food insecurity across Kentucky’s Heartland. In 2022, 176,270 people in Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland’s (FAKH) 42 county service area were food insecure, an alarming increase of 35,250 individuals from the previous year. Food insecurity, defined by…
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Scottsville Church of Christ expands services in partnership with FAKH to combat hunger in Allen County
July 22, 2024 – Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland (FAKH) announced a significant transition in the ongoing effort to combat food insecurity in Allen County. True Gospel Fellowship Church, an agency partner of FAKH since 1998, is passing the baton to Scottsville Church of Christ to further support the community’s growing need. Scottsville Church of Christ…
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Calvary Care Center kicks off food distribution in new Bowling Green facility
Recipient of $93,000 investment from Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland Bowling Green – Calvary Care Center, an agency partner of Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland (FAKH), celebrated a significant milestone on Monday with the grand opening of their new facility at 480 Beauty Court. The event marked the launch of their expanded food distribution, made possible by…
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Cook with FAKH & J.R. Neighbors to feed local kids.
In honor of our Pasta Bowl campaign, Elizabethtown restaurant, J.R. Neighbors taught our Executive Director, Charles Dennis how to create one of their house special sides: Mac-n-Cheese. Follow their recipe down to the cheese, or experiment and create your own! Cooking Equipment Ingredients For the Crumb Topping Instructions
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Cook with FAKH & Impellizzeri’s to feed local kids.
In honor of our Pasta Bowl campaign, Elizabethtown restaurant, Impellizzeri’s taught our Executive Director, Charles Dennis how to create their signature pasta sauce. A perfect pairing for their delicious, toasted Ravioli dish and other pasta recipes. Now you can make their signature sauce at home! Cooking Equipment Ingredients Instructions *The finished sauce will keep for…
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#TeamMacaroni’s Chili Mac and Cheese
Here’s a meal that’s both comforting and filling–FAKH’s Chili Mac and Cheese! This recipe combines the best of 2 classic favorites: the rich, savory flavors of chili with the creamy, gooey goodness of mac and cheese. Try this dish to create a hearty meal for family dinners or community gatherings. Cooking Equipment Ingredients For the…
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FAKH’s Pasta Bowl Baked Ziti
Looking for a delicious and hearty pasta meal to share with your family or community this summer? This baked ziti recipe is a perfect choice! This classic Italian-American dish combines pasta, cheese, and a rich tomato sauce to create a comforting and satisfying meal that everyone will love. Cooking Equipment Ingredients Instructions
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Celebrate FAKH’s Pasta Bowl campaign with a delicious sauce from Impellizzeri’s
The report also reveals that childhood food insecurity is not only widespread in our region, but is also on the rise. In the FAKH service area, last year’s study identified four counties with childhood food insecurity rates exceeding 20%. However, this year, an alarming 36 counties within our service area report childhood food insecurity rates…
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Elizabethtown eateries support FAKH’s campaign to feed kids.
June 21, 2024 – Elizabethtown eateries J.R. Neighbors and The Original Impellizzeri’s Pizza have pledged to support Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland (FAKH) during their second annual Pasta Bowl campaign. The annual summer campaign is designed to combat childhood food insecurity within FAKH’s 42-county service area. Every donation goes directly towards supporting Feeding Kids programs, including…
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2024 Summer EBT for KY families to help against childhood hunger
June 12, 2024 – The Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (SEBT) is a U.S. federal assistance program designed to address the issue of food insecurity among students during the summer months. This program will help provide grocery benefits to eligible families with school aged children. Families will receive $120 per child, loaded onto the participating family’s…