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2008 Food Shelf Funding Increase
The food shelf funding one time increase is landing on Governor Pawlenty’s desk (within HF 1812) this week. A lot of work on our behalf happened this weekend. The funding was saved on Saturday morning thanks to leadership and many phone calls from food shelf supporters.
You can make it possible! Call the Governor’s Office this week at 651-296-3391, toll free at 800-657-3717. Or email him the letter below.
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Subject: Join the faith community in fighting hunger in Minnesota!
Dear [ Decision Maker ] ,
As a constituent and person of faith, I ask you to pass the NEW Food Shelf Funding - a State appropriation for one-time additional funds of $619,000. There has never been an increase in State funding for food shelves.
Minnesota food shelves are the first line of defense against hunger. They provide instant, emergency service to Minnesota residents. 1 in 17 Minnesotans rely on food shelves for nutrition. Do what's right and fight hunger by supporting this important initiative.
Sincerely,
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Campaign Launched:
March 20, 2008
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