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Addressing food insecurity in military and veteran families.
Food insecurity is a complicated issue, and several factors give rise to its prevalence across all military- and Veteran-connected families - no matter their rank. Research is just now starting to catch up to what is already known:
The unique challenges that service members, past and present, and their families face - from spouse un- and underemployment, to child care costs, student loans, and out-of-pocket living expenses - contribute to the complexities that lead to the inaccessibility of nutritious foods.
That is why Blue Star Families is committed to making food insecurity a thing of the past by rallying around military and Veteran families, delivering military and civilian resources to those in need and empowering them to thrive.
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Resources
- Feeding America: Find Local Food Banks
- Military Family Advisory Network (MFAN): Food Assistance
- Armed Services YMCA Food Assistance and Emergency Food Relief
- Operation Homefront: Critical Financial Assistance
- WhyHunger
- No Kid Hungry: Free Meals Finder
- Meals on Wheels: Meal Provider Search
- National WIC Association
- U.S. Department of Agriculture: Food and Nutrition Service Resources
- U.S. Department of Agriculture: Food and Nutrition Service State Contact Map
- Little Free Pantry / Mini Pantry Movement Map
- FoodFinder.us
- Freefood.org
- Defense Commissary Agency
- U.S. Department of Agriculture: Economic Research Service
- Center for Strategic & International Studies: Food Insecurity Among U.S. Veterans and Military Families
- Military Leaders Economic Security Toolkit
- MAZON: Leading the Charge to Remove Barriers for Military Families
- National Resource Directory
- US Department of Veteran Affairs Nutrition and Food Services
Articles
Shutdown Story Feature – Brittany
When the government shuts down, life doesn’t pause for military families, even when the paychecks might. Across the country, thousands of families are stretching savings, skipping expenses, and finding strength in community. For Brittany, an Army National Guard spouse whose husband is also currently serving in an active-duty capacity in the Army, the shutdown has brought stress and instability to their lives.
How Military Families Can Save on Food During a Government Shutdown
With the government shutdown affecting paychecks, managing everyday expenses can be especially challenging for military families right now. To help, we’ve collected a list of grocery stores, wholesale clubs, and…
Starbucks and Blue Star Families Address Military Family Food Insecurity
Starbucks shines as a beacon of commitment to Blue Star Families’ Do Your Part initiative, made possible by the generosity of Craig Newmark and craig newmark philanthropies, addressing critical issues…
Three Simple Ways for Military Families to Maintain a Balanced Diet During PCS Moves
PCS moves can be hectic and stressful, but with the proper preparation, military families can ensure they get a balanced and healthy diet during the transition. Military families can maintain…
How Military Spouses Make Nutritional Well-Being and Caregiving a Priority in Military Life
As we celebrate Military Spouse Appreciation Month, it is important to recognize the invaluable contributions of our military spouses. They play a critical role in ensuring the nutritional well-being and…
3 Ways Proper Nutrition Helps Build Resilience in Military Children
For military children, proper nutrition is essential for building resilience. Military children often experience unique stressors, including frequent moves, family separation due to deployment, and new school and community adjustment.…
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