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Tennessee Department of Human Services Kicks Off No Tennessee Child Hungry Awareness CampaignPledge support to raising awareness on child hunger in Tennessee #NoTNChildHungryPledge
In Tennessee, more than half a million children may go hungry each day. One in four Tennessee children faces the risk of hunger. This call to action is to generate awareness, prompt change, and help ensure that No Tennessee Child Goes Hungry.
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Altra Federal Credit Union’s Drive Away Hunger Campaign Generates Over $21,000 Nationally to Fight HungerEmpty Bowls of Clarksville received $1,680
Altra donated $10.00 for every car, truck, and motorcycle loan financed through Altra from October 1st through November 30th. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: Business | No Comments
Clarksville’s Sixth Annual Empty Bowls fundraiser to be held February 25th, 2014Sixth annual Empty Bowls Clarksville expands Hope Not Hunger fundraiser to six congregations in 2014.
That means that hundreds of working adults, children and seniors in our community struggle with hunger every day. Food insecurity refers to the availability of food and access to it. Those who are considered food insecure do not know when they will have their next meal. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Youth Decorate Empty Bowls
“I feel privileged to be a part of the LEAP Organization and give back to the community in so many different ways. I enjoy being able to work with youth in a family friendly atmosphere where I can bring my son with me and have him participate in the various activities” commented LEAP mentor Mikey Ligon. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: Arts and Leisure | No Comments
APSU hosts 17th annual Bread and Words reading on November 22nd
![]() (Front row) Laura McClister, Raven Jackson, (back row) Chase Davenport, Charles Booth and Ryan Boyd will all read during the November 22nd Bread and Words Benefit at APSU. (Photo by Rian Barger/APSU Public Relations and Marketing) «Read the rest of this article» Sections: Events | No Comments
Loaves and Fishes seeking community support
Last year, Loaves and Fishes provided 55,052 meals to individuals at the kitchen. There were 9,686 people that food was requested for, through the food distribution program, from area agencies over the past year. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: Commentary | No Comments
Empty bowls-Hope not hunger!
When you think of hunger and poverty, a lot of people think about 3rd world countries and they may not be aware that right here in Clarksville, Montgomery County we have a big need. There are many people who are hungry, and although we have several local programs like Urban Ministries Grace Assistance Food Pantry, Loaves and Fishes (Soup Kitchen), FUEL and others, the need is still great. Agencies have reported close to a 40% increase in the number of persons they are serving, up from last year at this time. According to the USDA, over 36 million Americans are food insecure…and just do not have enough to eat. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: Events | No Comments
Breakfast is the meal children can least likely skip without consequences
Here are a few of the consequences of not eating breakfast:
Need I say more? The case for eating breakfast is well-documented by many studies. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: Commentary | No Comments
Sign up for Clarksville community supported agriculture
Your support will benefit Clarksville’s F.U.E.L and Loaves and Fishes programs as well as provide fresh, home-grown veggies for your family. The Garden of Hope is a local community outreach program sponsored in part by the City of Clarksville Office of Housing and Community Development, UT/TSU Cooperative Extension program in Montgomery County, other organizations and businesses. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
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