Food Recovery Network is entering a new phase of work by inviting our student network to begin advocacy efforts on a local, state and federal level. By joining the #FUELHigherEd campaign, FRN works alongside a network of advocacy organizations that also seek to end food insecurity in America, and create long-lasting solutions to hunger on college campuses.

FRN’s work will focus on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the nation’s most wide-reaching anti-hunger program that provides food assistance to 38 million people. This program aids many families who experience food insecurity but is still largely inaccessible to college students facing food insecurity on their campuses. This is a significant issue as nearly 39% of college students are at risk of food insecurity.

Food Recovery Network invites our students to learn more about anti-hunger policy and how to be effective advocates for ending hunger. The #FUELHigherEd campaign focuses on fundamental change to SNAP eligibility requirements that will result in equitable access for all college students facing food insecurity. FRN student-leaders will collaborate with hundreds of other students and partner organizations to reach the goals of this campaign. Throughout the campaign, we will be calling, texting, emailing and writing our senators and representatives to talk about SNAP, food insecurity in higher education and how to create hunger-free campuses.

Watch FRN’s Introduction to Advocacy Work to learn more about the #FUELHigherEd campaign, how to be an effective advocate and how to get involved for the greatest impact!