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Bread for the World is a Christian advocacy organization urging U.S. decision makers to do all they can to pursue a world without hunger.

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We're not just an organization; we're a movement driven by faith to end hunger. Join our advocacy efforts to influence impactful U.S. policies. Learn more about how you can contribute to our cause: #EndHunger #Advocacy
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Thank you @PeteButtigieg for talking about #poverty . #DemDebate
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More than 7,000 Bread members gave more than $892,480 in response to @RickSteves matching gift challenge. That’s more than $1.668 million to help build the political will to end hunger!
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Great news! — we met @RickSteves ' matching gift challenge and raised more than $712,000. With Rick's match and the matching funds from other Bread members, that more than $1.5 million to end hunger! Thank you for your generosity!
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What Mayor @PeteButtigieg and other candidates speak more about how they would address hunger and poverty in the video he submitted to the @TheCofP
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Thank you @PeteButtigieg for talking about #poverty . #DemDebate
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We are excited to announce that Bread for the World just received a $200,000 grant from @RickSteves ’ Europe! This investment will support our ongoing efforts to lobby the US government to adopt climate-smart policies around the world. Find out more here:
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We are thrilled to announce that Rev. @EugeneCho has been elected to lead our Christian advocacy movement to #endhunger effective July 1. He succeeds Rev. @DavidBeckmann . Please help us welcome Eugene and thank David for the blessing of his service.
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Read Bread’s statement denouncing the recent killings of African Americans & generations of Africans and their descendants in the U.S. and around the globe who have been devastated by unjust policies and practices rooted in structural racism and inequity.
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As Congress debates cutting funding for programs that end hunger in the budget and through tax cuts, we must speak up for those who will be hit the hardest by our government's fiscal choices.
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FRONTLINE
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Kaylie’s family can’t afford a fridge. Johnny has to eat his meals in a shelter. A look at child hunger in America.
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@ShaneClaiborne @EugeneCho @RepTedYoho Thank you @ShaneClaiborne for your kind words. We are deeply concerned and have issued the following statement.
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A budget is a moral document. Congress and @POTUS MUST pass a budget that puts us on a path to #EndHunger . #Budget
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THANK YOU @CongressmanGT for shining a light on the importance of #WIC and #nutrition today on House floor. #NutritionMatters #PA
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Families, churches, community groups, businesses AND government all need to do their part to #endhunger .
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Hunger is at historic highs and we are urging you @GOPLeader , @ConawayTX11 , @CongressmanGT , @SteveScalise @RepKayGranger to heed God’s call to care for the “least among us." as you negotiate and vote on #COVIDrelief . READ our letter >> . #BoostSNAPnow
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We cannot food bank our way out of this crisis. Foodbanks and church pantries were already struggling to meet need before the crisis. In 2018 federal nutrition programs delivered nearly 14 times the amount of assistance than religious congregations. #FoodFri
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Q8: We are seeing food pantries overwhelmed by growing needs. What is the appropriate role of charities vs. the federal government during a crisis? #FoodFri
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Poverty is not a character failing or a lack of motivation. Poverty is a shortage of money.
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Bread for the World has released the following statement regarding Rep. Ted Yoho’s verbal attack on Rep. Ocasio-Cortez.
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Thank you for passing the American Rescue Plan, which lifted millions of kids out of hunger through the expansion of the Child Tax Credit and a SNAP increase. These investments kept people out of poverty in 2021 and showcased the power of equitable public investment. @POTUS #SOTU
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#SNAPMatters . It's not just the RIGHT thing to do, it is also the SMART thing to do for the economy. SNAP is a stimulus boost for local communities and is the nation's number one defense against hunger.
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Thank you @RickSteves for your generous match and for everyone who took up the challenge. AND TY for continuing to offer your fantastic book for gifts of $50 or more!
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We did it! Our community of travelers has met our goal of raising $200k for @bread4theworld . As promised, I’m matching the first $100k — and together, we’ve raised $232k. You can still join in at (Give $50 & get a free copy of Travel as a Political Act!)
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JUST IN: Tomorrow, @RepMcGovern and @SenBooker are officially introducing legislation to convene a national @WhiteHouse conference on food, nutrition, hunger and health so we can #EndHungerNow . RT to show them support!
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Exciting news🚨! The Global Malnutrition Prevention and Treatment Act has passed out of Senate committee and is one step closer to becoming law. Go to now to urge your senators to support this lifesaving bill.
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Today, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services ( @uscis ), recognized Bread for the World President and CEO Rev. @eugenecho as an Outstanding American by Choice.
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Bread for the World Urges Congress to Pass the Next COVID-19 Stimulus Package to Stop the Hunger Crisis #COVID19 #EndHunger #Faith2EndHunger
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Two-thirds of #SNAP recipients in their 50s live alone and it typically takes longer for older people to find work. #ProtectSNAP #aging #work #FarmBill
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THANK YOU to @RickSteves and everyone who gave to support our work to #endhunger . #Blessed ! #ZeroHunger
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We did it! Rick Steves’ Europe travelers have met our goal of raising one million dollars to help empower @bread4theworld to combat structural poverty and hunger:
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Rev. @EugeneCho , president and CEO of Bread for the World will be on @RickSteves Monday Night Travel! Join us for an update on global hunger and how your support for Bread helps advocate for U.S. policy that fights against hunger at home and abroad.
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You and 159 million children - and YOU can make a difference! #childmalnutrition
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“We cannot, will not, let people go hungry...we have to act.” - @POTUS We agree President Biden! SNAP and P-EBT are vital tools during tough times to ensure families can put food on the table. #InvestinNutrition
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BREAKING🚨: Congress passed the Global Malnutrition Prevention and Treatment Act. Here's President/CEO Rev. @EugeneCho with why this matters… #globalnutrition
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THANK YOU to everyone who advocated in opposition of H.R. 2. The #FARMBILL was defeated 198 to 213! This is good news for our efforts to #endhunger and poverty. #HandsOffSNAP
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#Climatechange is a major driver of #globalhunger . We are grateful to be a recipient of the @RickSteves climate-smart project grant — funds that help us to scale-up our advocacy efforts and call for the #climatesmart solutions that help #endhunger #SDGs #ZeroHunger
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Our tour company takes 30,000 people to Europe every year. We think we should pay for the impact all those flights have on our environment — and until our government requires us to do so, we’re doing so voluntarily:
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“Were not just devaluing the food, we’re devaluing the people who create it,” @tomcolicchio joins several other speakers today to urge Congress to put a stop to food waste. #fightfoodwaste “Policy is actually what can help fight hunger”
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We have some good news to share! "Thou Shalt Not Be a Jerk: A Christian's Guide to Engaging Politics" was selected as a finalist for Christian Book Award (Faith and Culture category) - & thus, eligible for Book of the Year. We are very proud of our President & CEO Rev @EugeneCho
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Nearly 175 million people in developing countries have been displaced by climate-induced disasters since 2008. Beyond grateful for @RickSteves support that will power our advocacy & addressing a root cause of hunger: #ClimateChange
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The idea that work requirements will end poverty is just not backed up by the facts. Learn more: #SNAPworks
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@KamalaHarris @JoeBiden Thank you for making ending hunger a priority. This is what Bread members pray for and act for every single day. We look forward to partnering in this mission because food is a human right.
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Reflecting on words of a great champion in the fight to end hunger and poverty. Thankyou @repjohnlewis
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"Push, pull, and fight the good fight!" @repjohnlewis says advocates at the end of a great #lobbyday #breadrising http://t.co/Uq75KgMwyC
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“Food is the pathway to peace.” — @WFPChief Conratulations to everyone at @WFP for the #NobelPrize and gratitude for all your work to end hunger. We join you in this mission. #endhunger
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We envision a world without hunger. We’ve set the table, and there’s plenty of room. Will you join us? @EugeneCho
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Every $1 increase in SNAP benefits generates more than $1.50 in economic activity. A strong SNAP program is vital to respond to the public health crisis, hunger, and the impact on the economy.
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Bread for the World
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Bread Prays for an End to the COVID Relief Impasse #COVIDrelief #FamiliesCantWait
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Tonight we’re here at the Bread for the World headquarters with @MAZONusa @IslamicRelief to celebrate the White House Hunger Conference happening tomorrow!
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Check out this video. @RickSteves is right. If we get smarter on development, our world is a better place. Supporting local ag is key! That's why we advocate for programs like #FeedtheFuture , which is helping #endhunger in #Ethiopia >> #DevelopmentWorks
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I’m in Ethiopia to scout locations for a new public television special about world hunger — and I’m learning a lot:
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URGENT: Call (800-826-3688) and tell your senators to reject the Cassidy-Graham health care bill. #ProtectOurCare
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The Global Malnutrition Prevention and Treatment Act just passed the House by a vote of 384-44!!! The bill will make existing U.S. global nutrition efforts more effective and will help to mitigate and prevent future hunger and malnutrition crises.
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Breaking News! 🚨📰 The Global Malnutrition Prevention and Treatment Act has passed the U.S. House! The war in Ukraine is exacerbating a global malnutrition crisis. This bill will help ensure that tens of millions of children have a chance to not only survive – but thrive.
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Bread for the World
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The U.S. food system depends heavily on #immigration . On a #DayWithoutImmigrants , learn more about farm workers
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Great night with @ELCAadvocacy and @ELCABishopEaton . Thank you for honoring @davidbeckmann and recognizing him for his many years of service to the church as an advocate for an end to hunger. #LivingLutheran #EndHunger
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GOOD NEWS: The House just passed the bipartisan #farmbill : 369 to 47 Next stop the President's desk. Thank you to everyone who advocated to protect SNAP. Your voice made a difference.
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“No one should be worried about having access to good and nutritious foods,” @RepMcGovern speaking at the Fighting Food Waste and Insecurity Through the Food Donation Improvement Act.
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Thank you @RickSteves and everyone one who did a shopped to end hunger!
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As promised, I’m giving @bread4theworld an amount equivalent to 2 days of sales in my store — and I’m tripling that!
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Did you know the #ChildTaxCredit cut hunger in low-income households by nearly half last year? For communities of color, the return on investment was even greater. People of color in the United States are more likely to experience hunger and poverty because of structural racism.
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Bread for the World
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#SkinnyRepeal defeated 49 to 51. Thank you to everyone for your advocacy.
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A late night #mustread by former Sen. Bill Frist on a sliver of the US budget that can change the world. #endhunger
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Watch @RickSteves go to our nation's capital and exercise his citizenship for a good cause!
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Welcome @EugeneCho !
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“When I read the Bible, people matter to God—including and especially people who are marginalized, oppressed, forgotten, and on the fringes of our larger society....I believe Christians ought to engage our larger culture...” — @EugeneCho
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Bread for the World
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GRATEFUL! Thank you to @RickSteves and everyone who has taken his #Christmas challenge so far. Your support powers the advocacy needed to #endhunger . But we still need your help, because Rick Steves is not done! There is still time to take the challenge!
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Rick Steves
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Thanks so much to the 1,661 travelers who've responded so far to my Christmas fundraiser for @bread4theworld . Together, you've contributed $214,628. And with my double match of $429,256, collectively, we've raised $643,884! There's still time to join in:
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Wow! Thanks to the over 1K of you who have taken @RickSteves challenge! We need a few more of you to help us take advantage of this generous opportunity to power even more advocacy to #EndHunger . Are you inspired?
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Rick Steves
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1,010 of you have already responded to my Christmas challenge: Help @bread4theworld with $100 & I'll send you a free gift — and I'll match your donation 2-to-1 (up to $700K). If I can inspire just 2,055 more of you to join in at , we’ll hit our $1M goal!
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Bread for the World
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Please join us in wishing a Happy Belated Birthday to Bread's President & CEO, Rev. @EugeneCho ! 🥳 We pray that your day was filled with lots of peace, joy, and love!
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Did you see this? 👇Follow @RickSteves as he travels through Ethiopia and Guatemala to learn more about global hunger. #endhunger . 🍞🌎
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I’m kicking off a special trip through Ethiopia and Guatemala, and I’m excited to bring you along:
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More than 3,000 FAITH LEADERS say #healthcare is an essential human right and OPPOSE the #GrahamCassidy proposal.
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Why we advocate to end hunger at @bread4theworld 1. Every human matters to God. 2. We need a bold Christian witness during this time of distress. 3. When we come together, we can and do make a difference—our voice matters. — @EugeneCho #AS21
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The 2018 Offering of Letters: For Such a Time as This is ONLINE now! Learn more at #ForSuchATime #AdvocacyWorks #FaithinAction
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Take a stand for those most in need during the #2016Election . #IVote2EndHunger
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#SavetheDate for our December benefit in #NYC honoring @RickSteves .
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Good news! As a Christian organization, we will continue to advocate for laws that ensure a place at the table for everyone in the United States, regardless of their immigration status.
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We are celebrating the passage of a #COVIDrelief bill that included a 15% increase to SNAP food aid. THANK YOU faithful advocates for persistently using your voice over the last six months urging help for vulnerable families. #YouDidIt
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"Hunger is a health issue, and food is the best medicine." - Ms. Petee #HouseAg We agree!
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Thank you @RickSteves for your dedication to ending hunger and for everyone who joined you to support advocacy. #AdvocacyWorks ! #EndHunger
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I just got great news: the final update from @bread4theworld about our holiday fundraiser:
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Bread for the World
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You can stop this. Email your members of Congress now: #TrumpBudget #Budget #EndHunger
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Trump’s “Skinny” Budget Would Increase Hunger, Poverty #PressRelease @BftWMedia #trumpbudget
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Powerful #Prayer from @WFPChief at today's #NationalPrayerBreakfast "If we can truly love one another as our equal— because every human being is made in your image—that would end racism, war, and conflict, and discrimination. Lord give us that spirit..."
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@GuthrieGF @AOC @EugeneCho We are concerned will be reaching out to the Congressman. We have a statement online now that we can share with you.
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"Is this why you came to Washington: to take healthcare from the sick and food from the hungry?" John Carr to Congress #Faith4Medicaid
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“Hunger is not a partisan issue,” says @RepAdams . “Hunger is an issue we can solve. #BreadLobby
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Bread for the World
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We are joining @fractweets and others today to urge Congress to #BoostSNAPnow . Tag your members of Congress in a tweet and urge them to boost the nation's number one defense against hunger.
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Bread for the World strongly supports waivers to provide flexibility during school closures. For children, even brief periods of hunger carry consequences that may last a lifetime.
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No child deserves to go hungry during a public health crisis. So, today I requested that Agriculture Secretary Perdue and USDA proactively inform state agencies of the availability of waivers to provide flexibilities for Child Nutrition Programs in the event of school closures.
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Bread for the World welcomes the recent introduction of legislation to reauthorize the Global Food Security Act, which, among other things, would fund the Feed the Future through 2028. Read the full statement here:
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Bread for the World
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We'll keep urging Congress to fund programs and craft polices that alleviate and can end hunger. In steadfast faith, we are with you.
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Just found out that 41% of children in my beloved Marshall County live in poverty. FORTY-ONE PERCENT. Our babies need us. #TalkPoverty
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Bread thanks @RepWilson for her advocacy for quality education, black male achievement, criminal justice reform and for good jobs #bhm
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Bread for the World congratulates President-elect @JoeBiden , Vice-President-elect @KamalaHarris , and all of the 2020 election winners.
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Thank you @RickSteves and to everyone who took your Christmas challenge. This will really help bolster our work to #EndHunger all year long! #Blessed
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Rick Steves
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We did it! We met our goal of raising $500,000 to help empower @bread4theworld to combat structural poverty & hunger: Now let’s see if we can go beyond our goal! You have until Sunday to join us & get a thank-you gift before Xmas:
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“What will humanity do?” asks @WFPChief accepting #NobelPrize . Today, 270 million people are at risk of starvation. “This is a call to action.”
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Bread for the World
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Lansing, #MI Mayor urges Congress to pass a #2018FarmBill , “that will continue to help parents with low-paying jobs put food on the table for their families by keeping SNAP strong.” #SNAPMatters h/t @emv52
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Thank you to everyone who took @RickSteves ’ challenge and bolstered our work to #endhunger . We are very grateful to you and to our friend @RickSteves !
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Rick Steves
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Thanks so much for making 2017 a very expensive Christmas for me. Giving like this, in partnership with caring travelers like you, makes my work even more gratifying than it already is: (There's still time to join in! Go to )
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Today, Brianna Jones and Hanna Wu of @intervarsityusa joined us in the Bread offices to meet with their U.S. Senator to urge them pass the Global Malnutrition Prevention and Treatment Act! For both students, this was their FIRST time meeting with their senators!
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Happy Birthday @davidnabarro . Thank you for continuing to fight for nutrition and a better future. Bless you for all you do to #endhunger , especially amid #COVID and the growing hunger crisis.
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The monthly Child Tax Credit payments caused hunger among families with children to drop by 24 percent. Since the payments expired, child poverty has risen 41 percent. Call Congress today and tell them to expand the CTC to help working families. #ChildTaxCredit
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