Category: News
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Policy Watch – What’s Happening with SNAP and Medicaid?
Big decisions are being made in Washington that could have major consequences for Kentucky families—and for food banks like Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland (FAKH). Lawmakers are proposing changes to SNAP […]
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SNAPShot – Why SNAP is Kentucky’s Best Defense Against Hunger
When it comes to fighting hunger, few tools are more effective—or more efficient—than the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). It’s a short-term bridge for working families, seniors, and people facing […]
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2025 FAKH Spring Newsletter
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Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland honors volunteers during annual luncheon
Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland (FAKH) hosted its annual Volunteer Luncheon Friday afternoon at the Pritchard Community Center in Elizabethtown. The event celebrated the contributions of FAKH volunteers who have supported […]
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Nutrition is key to a healthier Heartland
Written by: Rhonda Gonzalez, FAKH Director of Agency Services & Programs March is National Nutrition Month, a perfect time to reflect on how the food choices we make affect our […]
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FAKH Board Chair, Jeremy Hinton, testifies at Capitol Hill
Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland Board Chair, Jeremy Hinton, co-owner of Hinton’s Orchard and Farm Market in Hodgenville, had the honor of testifying before the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, […]
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Casey’s partners with Feeding America to feed families
March marks the beginning of Casey’s annual campaign to combat food insecurity in partnership with Feeding America. Now through April 1, Casey’s will raise money to support the movement to […]
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Kentucky non-profit executives meet with Sen. Mitch McConnell and Rep. Brett Guthrie about food insecurity
Our Executive Director, Charles Dennis, recently took an important trip to Washington D.C. to join forces with fellow leaders in the fight against food insecurity in Kentucky. Alongside advocates from […]
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Celebrating Hunger-Free Kentucky Day: A Virtual Call to Action for a Hunger-Free Future
On Feb. 18, Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland (FAKH) took part in the annual Hunger Free Kentucky Day virtually, joining food banks, community leaders, and advocates from throughout the Commonwealth in […]
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Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland launches Supper Club Giving Society
Jan. 30, 2025 – Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland (FAKH) is inviting community members to join the fight against hunger through its Supper Club Giving Society, a program that provides a […]