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A collection of cardboard boxes filled with non-perishable food items, including canned goods and jars, prepared for distribution by a hunger-relief organization in Cincinnati.

Cincinnati NGO expands aid amid rising demand, ongoing child exploitation cases

The Freestore Foodbank continues to play a central role in addressing food insecurity across the Greater Cincinnati Tri-State. Many families struggle with persistent inflation and higher costs for essentials, according to reporting by WVXU and the organization’s public statements. According to data reported by WVXU, the Freestore Foodbank distributed approximately 47.2 million meals last year.…

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Open Thanksgiving meal kit box filled with fresh potatoes, vegetables, and ingredients for distribution in Greater Cincinnati.

Thanksgiving meal events expand across Greater Cincinnati as demand rises

Efforts to ensure families in Greater Cincinnati have access to a Thanksgiving meal are increasing as several local organizations prepare distributions across the region.  The need is growing quickly, and groups such as the Freestore Foodbank and St. Vincent de Paul report a sharp rise in residents seeking assistance. Data from the Freestore Foodbank…

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Cincinnati food insecurity

Cincinnati food insecurity: Why hunger is increasing and how the city plans to fix it

Cincinnati is facing a growing food insecurity crisis that affects families across every corner of the city, but new investments, grassroots partnerships, and expanding nutrition programs are signaling a determined push to reverse the trend.  With more urban farms, food hubs, and meal distribution efforts coming online, the city is working to ensure consistent…

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