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GOVERNMENT & COMMUNITY RELATIONS
At Operation Food Search, we are working beyond immediate food assistance to provide long-term solutions to the problem of hunger. Our Government & Community Relations team works in
Missouri and Illinois, as well as nationally
to support policies that strengthen individuals and families by increasing opportunities for them to put food on the table and live healthier lives.
Our approach centers the
community food system
in order to increase food security, expand access to resources and support the local economy. We engage the community in our advocacy, research and agendas so priorities are in line with the needs of individuals, community organizations, local business, farmers and growers.
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State & Federal Advocacy
OFS is actively engaged in the Missouri and Illinois legislative sessions from January to May. Each state holds unique challenges and opportunities for addressing food security, and our Government and Community Affairs team engages with lawmakers, testifies at hearings and informs stakeholders about the importance of supporting food security efforts.
Community Food System
Our work centers community food system in order to increase food security, expand food access and support the local economy. We engage the community in our advocacy, research and agendas so priorities are in line with the needs of individuals, community organizations, local business, farmers and growers.
Resources
Explore OFS food resources and links to other federal and local assistance, including SNAP/EBT, child meals and more.
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Advocacy Updates
Advocacy
Blog - Main
February 19, 2025
OFS and Community Food Systems
Advocacy
Blog - Main
Uncategorized
June 14, 2024
Navigating Legislation: Missouri & Illinois
Advocacy
April 1, 2024
Missouri Midsession 2024 Legislative Update
Advocacy
March 6, 2024
How the Federal Child Tax Credit Could Help MO Families
Advocacy
Blog - Main
April 1, 2022
SNAP Proves Essential to COVID-19 Recovery
Advocacy
Blog - Main
March 31, 2022
Missouri Legislative Mid-Session Update
Advocacy
Blog - Main
Uncategorized
January 7, 2022
What is Child Nutrition & WIC Reauthorization?
Advocacy
Blog - Main
November 19, 2021
Integrating Food and Nutrition into Health Care
Advocacy
News
July 7, 2021
Let’s Talk About WIC in Missouri
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