The premise of food banking is deceptively simple: identify and collect surplus food along the supply chain and then redistribute good food to people facing hunger. Food banks are rooted in their communities, serving as a lifeline for those suffering from chronic need and during times of crisis. They play an important role in feeding people displaced by disasters, conflicts, and economic shocks, as the world witnessed during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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From Fortune via Reuters Connected:

Now, the actor, former professional bodybuilder, and two-term California governor is embarking on a new mission—this time in a reality not so far removed from the dystopian future he once portrayed. After all, we’re fewer than 50 months from 2029, AI has woven its way into everyday life, and Schwarzenegger is joining the C-suite at a Fortune 500 medtech firm that manufactures smart knee implants and completed the world’s first robotic-assisted shoulder replacement surgery...

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Imagine a classroom filled with excited young learners, each receiving the personalized attention they need to grow their reading skills. Strong Start brings that image to life by supporting and enriching school-based learning through its vision that All Children Read. Its Letters, Sounds and Words™ program is a valuable tool that builds on the literacy instruction provided by schools.

Designed as a 10-week literacy boost for children aged five to nine, the program offers focused, engaging practice through carefully crafted games and activities. Guided by trained community volunteers, children meet for 30-minute sessions twice weekly, honing foundational skills like letter recognition, phonics, blending sounds, and decoding words. Through one-on-one sessions, children gain confidence and feel encouraged and excited about their progress—a true gift for any young learner.

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