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Media Releases
For more information about these media releases and to be added to our media distribution list, please contact Public Relations Manager, Paige Phelps at paigep@ntfb.org or 214-330-1360.
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Jan Pruitt Given Highest Award Available to an Individual At Feeding America's National Conference
April 8, 2010
Big fish pack and sort for those in need and unveil a whale of a surprise
March 30, 2010
Local area charities win big through souper bowl of caring
February 15, 2010
Landmark New Study Reveals an Unprecedented Number of North Texans
Seeking Emergency Food Assistance
February 2, 2010
"Nick Jonas Visits the North Texas Food Bank"
January 2, 2010
“Hungry Today” Campaign and 20-Million-Meal Fundraising Goal Announced to Meet Urgent Need
November 10, 2009
North Texas Food Bank Distribution Rises, Revealing New Story of Hunger
May 14, 2009
The Plaza at Preston Center hosted annual Plaza Days
May 1, 2009
Cowboys Ware and Spears Team Up With Top Restaurant Chefs to Raise Funds for the North Texas Food Bank’s Efforts to Tackle Childhood Hunger
April 14, 2009
Run On! Announces New Location For Dash Down Greenville
January 28th, 2009
Communities Foundation Of Texas Announces $5 Million Commitment Toward Mass Care And Disaster Relief Plan
January 8th, 2009
Texas Food Banks Benefit from Dominion Foundation's More than $1 Million Donation
December 22, 2008
Southwest Funding, Select Realty, D.R. Horton Food Drive
December 17, 2008
Food Bank Announces $156K Budget Short Fall as Economy Impacts Both Donations and Need
December 15, 2008
Resounding Harmony Breaks New Ground with Musical Philanthropy
December 15, 2008
The North Texas Food Bank Dishes Out Gratitude - Recognizes Donors at Awards Ceremony
September 18, 2008
Southwest Airlines and the North Texas Food Bank Assist with Hurricane Ike Relief Efforts
September 16, 2008
Panera Bread® And Dfw Hunger Relief Agencies Recognize September As Hunger Action Month
September 15, 2008
Canstruction
September 6, 2008
Hunger Action Month
September 4, 2008
Everyone Deserves a Place at the Table
September 4, 2008
Empty Bowls presented by Tom Thumb
March 12, 2008
Students “Throw Pots” For A Good Cause
January 24, 2008
Food & Money Pouring in, But More is Needed for
The Greater Dallas / Fort Worth Souper Bowl of Caring
January 23, 2008
Sample Great Food And Support Hunger Relief
At The 9th Annual "Empty Bowls"
January 7, 2008
Around the Table (Bi-Monthly Newsletter)
Dallas Youth To Receive Free Meals at Summer Programs
North Texas Food Bank sponsors Summer Food Service Programs through the Texas Department of Agriculture
WHAT:
The North Texas Food Bank announces its sponsorship of the Summer Food Service Program at several locations throughout the Dallas area. Free meals and snacks are offered to children, ages 1-18.
No formal enrollment is required for children to receive free meals. Other program activities may require registration. For details, please contact each site.
BACKGROUND:
In the 13 North Texas counties served by the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB), there are 1.2 million children, and more than 23 percent are living at or below the federal poverty level, which is $20,000 for a family of four.
Summer is the hungriest season for children because school feeding programs end for the summer. NTFB agencies report an increase in demand of as much as 54 percent in the summer months. According to these agencies, of the households they serve with children 18 and younger, 67.9 percent participate in the free or reduced federal school lunch program during the school year, but only 8.8 percent participate in food programs providing free lunches during the summer.
In accordance with federal law and USDA policy, the North Texas Food Bank and its member agencies are prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.
To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Check with individual sites for program registration deadlines and daily hours. For more information about the Summer Food Program visit www.summerfood.org.
About the North Texas Food Bank:
The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) is a nonprofit hunger relief organization that distributes donated, purchased and prepared foods through a network of 1,146 feeding programs in 13 North Texas counties. The NTFB supports the nutritional needs of children, families and seniors through education, advocacy and strategic partnerships. Close the Gap is the NTFB’s 3-year initiative to unite the community to narrow the food gap by providing access to 50 million meals annually by 2011.
Founded in 1982, the NTFB is a member of Feeding America (feedingamerica.org). *Last year, the NTFB provided access to 37 million meals through its efforts. Each month agency pantries distribute food to more than 53,000 families and on-site meal programs serve 435,000 meals/snacks. Every dollar donated to the NTFB provides four meals for the hungry.
MEDIA CONTACT:
North Texas Food Bank
Paige Phelps
Manager of Public Relations
Office: 214-347-9593
paigep@ntfb.org
