Rising Poverty Levels and Why Food Banks Are More Essential Than Ever
Across cities, suburbs, and rural communities alike, a troubling reality is becoming impossible to ignore: more people are living in poverty than at any point in recent decades. Rising housing costs, stagnant wages, inflation, and unexpected life events are pushing families, seniors, students, and working...
What to Do When You’re Broke and Need to Feed Yourself and Keep Going
Being broke is more than just a financial problem—it’s emotional, exhausting, and overwhelming. When money runs out and food becomes uncertain, it can feel like everything is closing in at once. The most important thing to remember is this: you are not alone, and this...
There Is No Shame in Using a Food Bank: Why More People Rely on Food Assistance Than You Think
For many people, the idea of visiting a food bank comes with feelings of embarrassment, fear, or guilt. Society often paints food insecurity as something that only affects “other people,” when the reality is far different. Millions of individuals and families—working parents, seniors, students, and...
Your First Visit to a Food Bank: What to Expect and What to Bring
Visiting a food bank for the first time can feel intimidating, especially if you’re unsure how the process works or what will be expected of you. Many people worry about judgment, long lines, or not having the right paperwork. The truth is that food banks...
Job Interview Preparation Guide: What to Wear, How to Think, and How to Succeed
A job interview is more than answering questions about your skills and experience. It is your opportunity to make a strong first impression and show that you are professional, prepared, and confident. Employers often decide within the first few minutes whether a candidate feels like...
How to Escape the Payday Loan Debt Cycle and Regain Control
Payday loans are often marketed as fast, easy solutions for short-term cash problems. In reality, they frequently trap borrowers in a cycle of high fees, repeated borrowing, and growing financial stress. If you feel stuck relying on payday loans just to make it to your...
How to Have a Successful Job Interview (And Why It’s Also About Finding the Right Fit)
A successful job interview isn’t only about impressing an employer or landing a job offer. It’s also an opportunity to determine whether the role, company, and work environment truly suit your needs, goals, and lifestyle. Many job seekers approach interviews with the mindset that success...
January Is National Poverty Month: How the North Texas Food Bank Is Making a Difference
Every January, communities across the United States and beyond observe National Poverty Month — a time dedicated to acknowledging the harsh reality of poverty, raising awareness about its causes and consequences, and galvanizing action to support individuals and families in need. For the North Texas...
Abbotsford’s Archway Food Bank Faces Growing Demand: $1.3 Million Needed to Sustain Services
As economic pressures continue to escalate for families across Canada, the Archway Food Bank of Abbotsford is urgently calling on the community to help raise $1.3 million to meet a dramatic increase in demand for its services. Without this funding, the organization may be forced...
Beyond the Flames: How Food Distributions Are Helping Families Recover from Wildfires in Los Angeles County
In the aftermath of devastating wildfires that swept through parts of Los Angeles County, the physical danger from the flames may be over, but the ripple effects continue to impact families long after the smoke clears. From lost jobs and disrupted living situations to emotional...