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Nebraska continues to rank near bottom nationally in School Breakfast

Economic Justice / By Eric Savaiano / 02/13/2019

State’s low participation in school breakfast means poorer outcomes for students, missed federal funding Despite a slight increase in participation, Nebraska still ranks near the bottom of the country in providing students in need with a nutritious breakfast at school according to the School Breakfast Scorecard, released annually by the Food Research and Action Center […]

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Affirming the Dignity in a Hard Day’s Work

Economic Justice / By Ken Smith / 02/12/2019

Working hard and taking care of each other are foundational Nebraska values. Our state has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country and one of the highest rates of parents participating in the workforce. Yet, many of our friends and families are struggling to get ahead despite their hard work. This is because

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Better Breakfast Partners kicks off in Grand Island and Aurora

Economic Justice / By Eric Savaiano / 01/25/2019

In just a few days, a small group of dedicated school nutrition directors from Central Nebraska will be convening around a shared goal: getting more students to participate in school breakfast. Nebraska Appleseed will be hosting this group that we’re calling the Better Breakfast Partners. We know that hunger exists in Nebraska schools, even in

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Response to Governor’s State of the State address

Child Welfare, Economic Justice, Health Care, Immigrants & Communities, Press Release / By Becky Gould / 01/15/2019

Full implementation of Medicaid expansion in Governor’s budget proposal will benefit Nebraska Nebraska Appleseed Executive Director Rebecca Gould issued the following statement in response to Governor Ricketts’ State of the State address delivered Tuesday morning. “We are pleased the Governor’s budget upholds the will and priorities of the people of Nebraska by fully implementing Initiative

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How the Federal Shutdown Impacts SNAP in Nebraska

Economic Justice / By ozabih / 01/11/2019

If you are one of the 166,000 people in Nebraska who receive food assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), or if you are considering applying for SNAP benefits, you may be wondering how the partial government shutdown may impact SNAP in Nebraska. Here are the important things for you to know: If you

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RELEASE: Congress urged to protect Food Assistance for Nebraska veterans

Economic Justice, Press Release / By Nic Swiercek / 11/08/2018

***For Immediate Release*** November 8, 2018 Contact, Jeff Sheldon Communications Director, Nebraska Appleseed Office: (402) 438-8853, Ext. 119 Cell: (402) 840-7289 Email: jsheldon@neappleseed.org Ahead of Veterans Day, Nebraska Advocates Urge Congress to Protect Food Assistance for Veterans Program helps nearly 1.4 million low-income veterans, including thousands in Nebraska LINCOLN — As the

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RELEASE – State urged to increase outreach to seniors struggling with hunger

Economic Justice, Press Release / By Nic Swiercek / 09/18/2018

***For Immediate Release*** September 18, 2018 Contact, Jeff Sheldon Communications Director, Nebraska Appleseed Office: (402) 438-8853 Mobile: (402) 840-7289 Email: jsheldon@neappleseed.org State urged to increase outreach to seniors struggling with hunger Nebraska seniors who are eligible for food assistance participate in rates below the national average LINCOLN — With Congress needing to

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2018 Mid-Year Review – All the ways you’ve stood up for justice!

Child Welfare, Economic Justice, Health Care, Immigrants & Communities, Legal Assistance / By Becky Gould / 08/01/2018

The actions you’ve taken in 2018 have renewed the fight for a more-just society, building a Nebraska where everyone can have the justice and opportunity they need to get ahead. Health Care for Every Nebraskan You astounded us. Thousands of Nebraskans have contacted their elected officials, made office visits, signed petitions and taken other

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National Survey Finds 12 Percent of Nebraska Households Struggle to Afford Food

Economic Justice, Press Release / By Nic Swiercek / 08/01/2018

***For Immediate Release*** August 1, 2018 Contact, Jeff Sheldon Communications Director, Nebraska Appleseed Office: (402) 438-8853 Mobile: (402) 840-7289 Email: jsheldon@neappleseed.org National Survey Finds 12 Percent of Nebraska Households Struggle to Afford Food New Data Underscores Need to Protect and Improve Federal Nutrition Programs LINCOLN — In every part of the United

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RELEASE – SNAP cuts proposed in Farm Bill would hurt thousands of Nebraska families

Economic Justice, Press Release / By Nic Swiercek / 06/21/2018

***For Immediate Release*** June 21, 2018 Contact, Jeff Sheldon Communications Director, Nebraska Appleseed Office: (402) 438-8853 Cell: (402) 840-7289 Email: jsheldon@neappleseed.org SNAP cuts in House Farm Bill will punish Nebraskans struggling with hunger Congressmen’s vote today will take food off the table for seniors, children, and those between jobs LINCOLN — Today,

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