Harvesting Hope Utica
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Harvesting Hope: How Utica’s food pantries and community organizations are a lifeline for local residents
By: Elijah Lewis It’s just past noon on a gray Friday in West Utica, and the line outside Hope House stretches down Eagle Street. Inside, volunteers ladle steaming trays of chicken and rice onto plates while conversations hum quietly around… Continue reading
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Compassion Coalition distributes more than $20 million in donated goods a year
By: Paige Lenahan Food insecurity often brings insecurity in many other aspects of life. While places such as food pantries can give someone the food that they need, it only covers that one hardship. Mike Servello, the CEO and founder of Compassion… Continue reading
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Podcast: The Morrow Warming Center addresses food insecurity and homelessness in the Utica area
By: Gavin Grech In this podcast, Harvesting Hope team member Gavin Grech spoke to Cathy Marsh, Director of the Morrow Warming Center in Utica, and Damian Boehlert, General Manager of Sodexo Dining Services at Utica University, about addressing food insecurity… Continue reading
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Video: “It’s been wonderful to watch the growth” at Thea Bowman House
By: Terrence Walden Thea Bowman House Executive Director Jane Domingue explains the organization’s mission, impact and growth since starting 40 years ago in West Utica. Recently Thea Bowman House started a community garden, adding to their food pantry service. Continue reading
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Utica University’s food pantry saw a steady increase then a decline
By Megan Wright Utica University’s local food pantry, the Tangerine Grove, attempts to be stocked with grab-and-go food items, ingredient based foods to make meals out of, like pasta sauce, noodles, fresh food, etc., and personal care products for students,… Continue reading
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Video: Utica Food Pantry
By: Terrence Walden The Utica Food Pantry recently relocated to 524 Elizabeth St., Utica and plans on expanding services. The pantry has experienced an influx of local residents experiencing food insecurity in recent years. Executive Director Dave Zogby explained how… Continue reading
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Oneida County food pantries and food sources
With the recent government shutdown affecting SNAP benefits, Oneida County residents will likely feel the impact. Here are some local food pantries and organizations that help with food distribution and more. Utica Food Pantry 524 Elizabeth St, Utica, NY 13501… Continue reading
