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Charlotte NC

Hunger

Because food insecurity is a prevailing issue for the citizens of the county, Representative Adams formed the Adams Hunger Coalition in 2015. Each year since, Congresswoman Adams hosts meetings in the District to bring together organizations whose focus is on alleviating hunger in the 12th District. 

 

Adams Hunger Initiative

 

Mission
The Adams Hunger Initiative (Initiative) addresses the food crisis impacting areas of North Carolina’s 12th District. The Initiative works to promote public- private partnerships, create dialogues between elected officials and key stakeholders, draft legislation aimed at addressing hunger and food insecurity, and promote and protect critical food programs and food banks. 
Promoting Public-Private Partnerships 
Helping the hungry gain access to affordable and quality food is at the heart of the Adams Hunger Initiative. The Initiative brings together public and private organizations to help bring new food retailers to the district. The Initiative will also explore methods to protect existing food markets. 

Hosting Stakeholder Dialogues 
Through quarterly meetings, the Initiative will bring together key stakeholders, including both local and federal officials, to explore solutions to the District’s food crisis. These events will allow stakeholders to exchange ideas and put forth workable solutions to address the food crisis. 

Drafting Legislation 
As Vice-Chair of the House Agriculture Committee and a member of the Congressional Hunger Caucus, the Congresswoman is dedicated to drafting legislation that will strengthen federal nutrition programs and encourage public-private partnerships. Specifically, the Initiative will explore legislation that makes federal programs more generous and encourages small businesses, non-profits, and local governments to expand food access. 

Supporting Critical Food Programs 
The Initiative will host events aimed at educating the community about the severity of the District’s food crisis and promoting the work of local organizations working to fight hunger. The Initiative will also work to highlight the need to protect vital food programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, the Healthy Food Financing Initiative, the Emergency Food Assistance Program, the Child and Adult Care Food Program, and the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs.