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WHAT: U.S. Representative Jahana Hayes (CT-05) will lead a round table discussion hosted by Connecticut Foodshare and End Hunger Connecticut! at Central Connecticut State University to hear from community members, advocates and other stakeholders on the impact and importance of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and to advocate for a strongly funded program as part of the upcoming 2023 Farm Bill legislation.
Over 375,000 Connecticut residents rely on SNAP each month for critical food and nutrition. SNAP is the nation’s most important and effective anti-hunger program, providing 1 meal for every 9 that a food bank provides. SNAP helps working families, children and older adults, and people with disabilities and is also an important public-private partnership, helping families afford a basic diet and boosting our local economies. Please join us for a timely conversation with the Congresswoman about how we can and should support, protect and strengthen SNAP in the upcoming Farm Bill.
WHEN: Friday, June 9th, 2023 @ 1:30pm | Attendees arrive between 1:00-1:30pm. Round table discussion begins promptly at 1:30pm.
WHERE:
Central Connecticut State University (CCSU)
1615 Stanley St., New Britain, CT 06050
Henry Barnard Hall (Room HB101)
Parking Available in Welte Garage on Ella Grasso Blvd
Interview/photo ops: Congresswoman Hayes, Jason Jakubowski, Julieth Callejas, and multiple high-capacity state and community leaders and partners are confirmed to participate in the round table discussions.
Over 375,000 Connecticut residents rely on SNAP each month for critical food and nutrition. SNAP is the nation’s most important and effective anti-hunger program, providing 1 meal for every 9 that a food bank provides.
About Connecticut Foodshare
Connecticut Foodshare is the food bank serving all of Connecticut and a member of the national Feeding America network. Last year, Connecticut Foodshare distributed enough food to provide 39 million meals through a network of more than 650 community-based hunger relief programs, including food pantries, community kitchens, and emergency shelters, while also working on long-term solutions to food insecurity. Thousands of volunteers help power the work of Connecticut Foodshare. Last year, they gave more than 46,000 hours of service. For additional information visit www.ctfoodshare.org.
About End Hunger Connecticut!
End Hunger Connecticut! is a statewide anti-hunger nonprofit dedicated to eliminating hunger and promoting healthy nutrition through outreach, public education, and legislative and administrative advocacy in Connecticut. By partnering with national organizations, state and local agencies and leaders, schools, and community-based organizations, EHC! enhances the visibility and coordination of federal food assistance programs that are crucial to any effort to improve food security while increasing both family well-being and the amount of federal funding available to the state. EHC! also engages in strategic outreach, capacity building, and provides technical assistance on food and nutrition programs to CT residents and community partners. To learn more, visit www.endhungerct.org.
Event Contacts
– Jennie Hirsch, Chief of Staff, Connecticut Foodshare, jhirsch@ctfoodshare.org
– Lucy Nolan, Policy Director, End Hunger Connecticut!, lnolan@endhungerct.org
About us: End Hunger CT! works statewide to eliminate hunger and promote healthy nutrition through outreach, public education, and advocacy. EHC! offers SNAP assistance, nutrition program promotion, doubles SNAP at farmers’ markets, and more to help CT residents in need. To learn more about our services, click here.
Have any questions? Contact our Communications Coordinator, Kimberly Nguyen, at knguyen@endhungerct.org.
