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Crypto Donations – Harnessing Blockchain Innovation to Address Food Insecurity in Higher Education
Crypto Donations: Bridging the gap between digital wealth and tangible impact: Cryptocurrency donations are revolutionizing charitable...
Sep 55 min read


Beyond the Checkbook: Why Donating Stock is the Smarter Way to Give
Before we begin this narrative, let’s take a hypothetical example. When Sarah G., a longtime supporter of education-focused nonprofits,...
Aug 205 min read


Stretching Your Resource Dollars: A Practical Guide for College Students Facing Food Insecurity
Let’s be real, college life is expensive. Between textbooks, rent, tuition, and transportation, food often becomes the last priority. If...
Jul 203 min read


From Passion to Purpose: One MPH Student’s Mission to Reduce Hunger and Food Waste on Campus
As a Master’s in Public Health student, I’ve come to see that public health is more than a career; it’s a calling. While studying food...
Jul 203 min read


Five Years of Student Impact — How Student LunchBox Is Reshaping College Basic Needs Across Los Angeles
We are 5 years strong! It has been five incredible years since we launched Student LunchBox, and we couldn't have reached this milestone...
Jul 104 min read


Beyond the Cafeteria: How to Stretch Your College Budget - affordable healthy meals for students
Being a student often means juggling textbooks, lectures, and a seemingly perpetual state of hunger. While the convenience of the campus...
Jun 85 min read


Your Guide to Free & Nutritious Food at LA Colleges
A college education is often seen as a pathway to opportunity. Yet, for many students in Los Angeles, the path is fraught with a silent...
Jun 85 min read


#Donate My Car: Why Donating a Car to a Nonprofit Is More Than a Charitable Act
Each year, more than 12 million vehicles are scrapped in the United States, according to the Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA )....
Apr 145 min read


Building a Strong Nonprofit Board
Behind every thriving nonprofit is a board of directors that does more than simply meet quarterly. It governs with vision, contributes...
Apr 104 min read


Are There Minimum or Maximum Donation Amounts? A Donor’s Guide
Donating to a cause you believe in is a powerful act of generosity, but many donors wonder: Are there limits on how much or how little I...
Mar 306 min read


How to Organize a Food Drive: A Step-by-Step Guide
A Student LunchBox volunteer, wearing a blue apron and gloves, cheerfully distributes food items to college students and fellow...
Mar 264 min read


​10 Ways to Fight Hunger in Your Community
Community volunteers gather at the Student LunchBox Mobile Market, providing essential groceries and produce to support local families in...
Mar 244 min read


Food Banks Struggle as Federal Funding Cuts Deepen: How It Affects College Students
Across the nation, food banks are facing unprecedented challenges due to recent Federal Funding cuts in the food assistance programs....
Mar 234 min read


Student LunchBox Reaches 15 Campuses: 2024 College Basic Needs Impact Update
As another remarkable year draws to a close, we're excited to share our comprehensive annual newsletter—a carefully curated story of...
Jan 37 min read


Student LunchBox & Health-Ade join forces to Fight College Hunger
Student LunchBox Student Ambassadors Serving College Students On college campuses across the nation, a significant challenge often goes...
Sep 21, 20244 min read


Nourishing Progress: Student LunchBox Quarter 2 Highlights
Discover the remarkable milestones and transformative impact achieved by Student LunchBox in Q2 2024. Learn about our expanded partnerships,
Jun 14, 20245 min read


UX Project Spotlight: Student LunchBox’s Digital Makeover
In today’s fast-paced digital world, having a robust web presence is essential, especially for impact-driven organizations. Recognizing...
Jun 6, 20242 min read


From New York to Los Angeles: GoldenTree Asset Management and Student LunchBox Join Forces to Combat College Food Insecurity
SLB and GoldenTree Join Forces to Combat College Food Insecurity
Jun 3, 20243 min read


Combating Food Waste and Promoting Food Recovery: A Call to Action
Imagine a world of overflowing abundance – fields bursting with ripe produce, overflowing warehouses, and shelves stocked with an...
May 9, 20248 min read


Profiles of Impact: The Student LunchBox Board
Kelly Alarcon, Board Member, Student LunchBox, Inc. Kelly Alarcon is a professional nutrition and health educator at Food Finders, a food...
May 4, 20245 min read


From Inception to Eradicating Campus Hunger: The Student LunchBox Saga
The unprecedented challenges brought forth by the COVID-19 pandemic saw the emergence of Student LunchBox (SLB) as a beacon of hope for...
May 4, 20244 min read


Student LunchBox Gets a Website Makeover: How a Collaboration with Harness Projects Changed the Game
In today's digital landscape, a well-designed website is no longer a luxury for nonprofits – it's a necessity. However, for many...
Apr 25, 20243 min read


How Can I Donate Money to Support Higher Education and Combat Food Insecurity?
In the vibrant city of Los Angeles, where the pursuit of higher education is a cherished goal for many, a silent challenge often goes...
Mar 14, 20243 min read


Black History Month: A Time for Reflection, Celebration, and Addressing Socioeconomic Disparities
Black History Month, observed every February, is important for acknowledging, celebrating, and reflecting upon Black Americans' rich...
Mar 3, 20243 min read
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