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ELCA Embraces Creation Care with the Launch of "One Home One Future"
The ELCA launched "One Home One Future," a campaign inviting congregations to champion creation care and climate action. With resources from ecoAmerica's Blessed Tomorrow program, it aims to unite and inspire congregations in their environmental stewardship efforts.
2023 Farm Bill: Bills To Watch
2023 Farm Bill Primer: Information on bills we are watching and hoping to see in the upcoming Farm Bill! Read on to find out about proposed legislation and how you can advocate for those struggling with hunger.
Celebrate 50 Years of Impact Through ELCA World Hunger in 2024
ELCA World Hunger is reaching out to collect stories of the communities they have been able to support in the past 50 years. Have you received an ELCA World Hunger Grant in the past? Let’s share GCS stories of impact, showing the grant funds in action!
MESA RESIDENTS: Support Needed for Emergency Housing Acquisition
It’s not too late! The city of Mesa still needs YOUR support for its new shelter. Write in before Nov 3.
ACTION ALERT: Urge Congress to Support WIC Funding
ACTION ALERT: Urge Congress to fully fund the WIC program in the upcoming Farm Bill.
Save the Date: LAMA Summit 2023
Join LAMA members and community advocates at our 4th annual LAMA Summit on the theme of Advocacy as a Spiritual Practice. Love of Christ Lutheran Church in Mesa hosts this year. Come meet the LAMA team, share issues close to your heart, and learn how YOU can get involved!
LAMA receives $10,000 Manna Grant
LAMA gratefully acknowledges receipt of a Manna Grant in the amount of $10,000 through a generous legacy gift from Orpha Hoganson to Ascension Lutheran Church.
2023 Advent Resources from ELCA World Hunger
New for 2023! Action Guide, Calendar, and Study for congregational use to plan educational and fundraising events at your congregation. From ELCA World Hunger.
2023 State Public Policy Office Retreat
From September 17 - 20, State Public Policy Office (SPPO) directors from across the country met at Spirit in The Desert Retreat Center in Carefree. The faith based offices gathered to discuss priorities, advocacy and engagement strategies, attend lectures and discussions led by guest Amanda Tyler, and welcome the 2023-24 Hunger Advocacy Fellows.
ELCA Action Alert: Urge Congress to pass disaster aid supplemental
FEMA is in dire need of replenishing its Disaster Relief Fund (DRF), which plays a vital role in providing assistance to communities affected by disasters of all kinds. Urge Congress to pass disaster aid supplemental today!
Hunger Action Day in the Grand Canyon Synod
All about Hunger Action Day around the Grand Canyon Synod! See how the LAMA team, the Arizona Food Bank Network, and community members commemorated the day, and what you can do to get involved!
Amanda Tyler & Christians Against Christian Nationalism
Read about guest speaker Amanda Tyler’s presentation on Christian Nationalism at our State Public Policy Office retreat! Learn more about what Christian nationalism is and find out what you can do to combat it.
The Farm Bill Affects All of Us
The farm bill is an omnibus, multiyear law that governs an array of agricultural and food programs. It provides an opportunity for policymakers to comprehensively and periodically address agricultural and food issues.
2023 Arizona Farm to School Gathering
Details on the fourth annual Arizona Farm to School Gathering, hosted by the Farm to School Network. This hybrid event (Oct 19 & 20) seeks to educate participants about local food systems and their relationship to schools.
Community Spotlight: Pitchfork Pantry at ASU
LAMA Hunger Fellow Autumn Byars writes about her visit to ASU’s student run food bank, Pitchfork Pantry and University Lutheran Church’s history with the organization.
Friday is Hunger Action Day
In September, we come together to rally around food banks, support awareness around hunger and instill action among our advocates, legislators, anti-hunger friends, and YOU! Because together, we can end hunger.
Arizona Statewide Food Action Plan
Created in collaboration with over 150 stakeholders across the state, Arizona's first statewide food action plan is our collective vision and three-year plan to reimagine and transform Arizona's food system.
September is Hunger Action Month!
Hunger Action Month is a 30-day event each year, where people just like you, join together in the mission to end hunger. It’s typically held in September and is fast growing as a national event.