Gaza aid flotilla plans to challenge Israeli blockade, organizers say

A coalition of charitable organizations is embarking on the dangerous trip to highlight the lack of aid reaching Palestinians.

First UN food supplies arrive in Darfur after months but millions face acute hunger

Conflict between military and paramilitary forces in Sudan is causing one of the world's worst hunger crises.

USDA estimates 21 million kids, including in Maine, will get summer food benefits

Maine is among the states where children will receive food benefits this summer through a newly permanent federal program.

Richmond teenager has a goal to donate 3,000 lbs. of food to the local food pantry by end of year — and he’s close

Koleman Kroesser, 17, has donated food and his time to the Richmond Food Pantry since he was in 8th grade and as he nears the end of the year, he wants to donate 3,000 lbs. of food.

Maine food assistance fundraiser brings over $60K

Good Shepherd Food Bank receives grant to advance food processing venture

Bountiful: Somali Bantu farm in Wales reaping a harvest

80% of the commercial operation crop helps feed hungry Mainers.

UWTVA fights food insecurity in Greater Franklin County

Over 11% of people in Franklin County struggle with food insecurity, or reliable access to healthy food. United Way of the Tri-Valley Area has begun launching programs to close that hunger gap.

New report says Maine’s goal of ending hunger by 2030 is ‘within reach’

A legislative hearing will get an update on the draft report next week as officials eye solutions to address 'a breathtaking level of suffering' by hungry Mainers

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