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2025 Government Shutdown: Impact to Federal Nutrition Programs and Food Banks
Important info shared by our partners at Arizona Food Bank Network on the impact on federal nutrition programs and the families they assist.
ELCA Action Alert: Tell Congress to pass a strong Farm Bill
New ELCA Action Alert! The current Farm Bill expired on Sept. 30, 2025. This expiration means that many of the programs, authorities, and policies authorized by the 2018 Farm Bill are no longer in effect, leading to a period of uncertainty for farmers, ranchers, and rural communities.
ELCA Action Alert: Support Hunger Programs in the Federal Budget!
New ELCA Action Alert! Urge annual budget support for critical federal hunger programs such as the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). Take action today!
Action Alert: Urge U.S. House to Support WIC Funding
On August 1, the U.S. Senate overwhelmingly advanced bipartisan legislation that provides $8.2 billion for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). Now we need the House to do the same.