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  • How one Washington county is making progress on homelessness

    March 12, 2025 |

    Northwest Public Broadcasting |

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    Response Location: United States, Walla Walla, Washington

    In 2020, homelessness services providers in Walla Walla began meeting weekly to collaborate on how to better coordinate their programs and allocate resources. That same year, the city’s low-barrier shelter began operating 24 hours rather than only at night. The city has become a model for how to provide services for people without housing, having been able to find permanent housing for 74 percent of people who left the system last fiscal year.

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  • When school lunch is free

    May 21, 2024 |

    High Country News |

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    Response Location: United States, Butte, Montana

    In 2010, Congress passed the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), which made it easier for public schools to serve free meals to students. Now, more than 21 million American youths attend schools that offer free meals to all students. Free school lunches help combat food insecurity and connect students with healthy food options. Studies have also found that well-fed students learn better and see improved test scores, attendance, and behavior.

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  • How Central Ohio Got People to Eat Their Leftovers

    January 01, 2023 |

    The New York Times |

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    Response Location: United States, Columbus, Ohio

    A public awareness campaign by the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio is encouraging people to reduce their food waste through social media posts, newsletters, an emphasis on saving money, and partnerships with elementary schools to teach children about the impact of food waste.

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