Neighbors brought their questions about SNAP benefits, Medicaid updates, and work requirements to our first ever SNAP Forum Facebook Live. This FREE Facebook Live conversation convened experts who helped viewers walk through key updates and answer questions in real time.

This July, our nation marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. It is a moment to celebrate America’s history, reflect on our shared values, and recognize the people and communities who have helped build this country generation after generation.

The legislative process can be arduous, fast-moving, and sometimes confusing. Bills change, budgets move, amendments are filed, and important decisions often happen in the final days of session. But when the 2026 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature ended on June 1, Feeding Louisiana had an important reason to celebrate.

Free summer meals are available for kids across Louisiana through SFSP, with on-site and grab-and-go options statewide

When school ends, many Louisiana children lose access to reliable meals. Feeding Louisiana highlights summer meal programs and SUN Bucks, helping families keep kids nourished while offering ways the community can support.

In today’s world, convenience matters. You can explore a home loan online in minutes, but applying for SNAP is far more complicated. This article highlights how unnecessary barriers prevent families from accessing vital food assistance and why simplifying the process is essential.

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Modern food banks are more than shelves of food—they’re full-scale operations feeding communities. This article explores why clearer language can help people appreciate and support the work behind the name.

May this season of color and renewal move us toward deeper understanding, more honest conversations, and a Louisiana where every neighbor has enough to eat.

Feeding Louisiana is exploring how “Food as Medicine” can connect nutritious food to better health, support local farmers, and strengthen communities—building practical, sustainable programs that improve health and fight food insecurity across the state.

This article highlights the importance of keeping U.S.-grown food moving from farms to families through programs like TEFAP, supporting farmers, rural economies, and communities facing hunger across Louisiana.

In partnership with First Lady Sharon Landry’s Love One Louisiana Foundation, The 1017 Project has donated a tractor-trailer load of ground beef to help support the five regional food banks serving communities across Louisiana.

March has a way of reminding us that change is in the air—literally. It’s Louisiana’s windy month, the days start stretching longer, and spring begins to show up in small but unmistakable ways: greener yards, warmer afternoons, and a little more energy in all of us.

In February, love shows up beyond cards and flowers—through shared meals, stocked groceries, and volunteers ensuring Louisiana neighbors have the food they need.

The NYT Opinion video “America, the Hungry” highlights the real-life experiences of people facing hunger, from skipped meals to constant grocery math. By centering these stories, it reveals the daily physical, emotional, and financial toll of hunger affecting millions across the U.S.

January offers a fresh start and a moment to look ahead. In 2026, Feeding Louisiana is deepening its commitment to a healthier, hunger-free state—one neighbor, parish, and partnership at a time.

This Christmas, families face food insecurity. With your support, Feeding Louisiana helps ensure every table holds nourishment, dignity, and hope.

NPR’s Morning Edition highlights the rising strain on food banks as demand surges nationwide. Learn what’s driving the need and how communities are responding.