by Maura Ackerman | Feb 9, 2024 | Announcements, Reciprocity & Funding
Table of Contents General Information What is community grantmaking? Where did these funds come from? How will funds be distributed? How can I contribute to the Food Justice Fund for 2025? Process & Timeline What is the expected timeline? What is the Food Justice...
by Maura Ackerman | Sep 26, 2023 | In the News
Central New York Magazine’s annual food issue released this summer highlighted SOFSA and many of its partners and the work we are doing to build a better food system together. In addition to grounding SOFSA’s work and mission in the framework of food...
by Maura Ackerman | Jun 16, 2023 | Announcements
We are pleased to announce a search for a consultant to lead a To conduct a community-engaged strategic planning process for SOFSA alongside partners to craft a five-year plan for our food policy council to ensure equitable access to healthy, affordable,...
by Maura Ackerman | May 22, 2023 | Food Policy, In the News
A recent article in The Daily Orange chronicled the impact of the end of a pandemic-era boost to SNAP assistance. The enhanced benefit ended in March, leaving consumers with less to spend on food each month and leading to even longer lines at area food pantries....
by Maura Ackerman | May 16, 2023 | Food Policy, In the News
SOFSA was featured alongside our partners at Field & Fork Network for advocacy to support Double Up Food Bucks NY, which supports people using SNAP to purchase more local fresh fruits and vegetables through a dollar-for-dollar match, up to $20 a day. With...
