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More than 274,000 Southern Nevadans, including one in six children, to experience food insecurity this year

LAS VEGAS, July 27, 2023 – Three Square Food Bank announced the release of Feeding America’s 2023 Map the Meal Gap study, which shows that despite rates dropping in Southern Nevada, food insecurity remains a top issue for many struggling families.

The annual study revealed there are 274,430 – or one in eight– food-insecure individuals in Southern Nevada, a decrease of 66,750 people since last year. The food insecurity rate across Three Square’s entire service area – which includes Clark, Lincoln, Nye and Esmeralda counties – is now 12%, down from 15%.

The study also shows that 17.8% of children in Southern Nevada – or one in six, which equates to 93,750– are living in food-insecure households. This is down from 24.8% in 2022.

Legislation provides Three Square with funds to purchase over 2.8 million meals for Southern Nevadans in need

LAS VEGAS June 20, 2023 – Three Square Food Bank applauds Governor Joe Lombardo’s signing of Senate Bill 341 and Assembly Bill 525. SB 341 was sponsored and championed by Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro, and Senators Roberta Lange and Marilyn Dondero Loop. AB 525 was championed by Assembly leadership. Both bills stand to significantly and positively impact our food-insecure Southern Nevada community.

These bills will provide critical financial support to thousands of Southern Nevadans who have recently sustained major reductions to their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits with the conclusion of SNAP Emergency Allotments (EAs) earlier this year. The loss of SNAP EAs resulted in many seniors experiencing a more than 90 percent drop in benefits, and a collective $40 million monthly loss in purchasing power for Nevada. These bills provide Three Square and the Food Bank of Northern Nevada $4 million each during the next two years to purchase more food for those that will turn to the food banks during this time of increased need.

LAS VEGAS, June 15, 2023 – Continuing its mission of ending food insecurity in Southern Nevada, Three Square Food Bank announced that select participants across the valley will extend their Las Vegas Restaurant Week menus and promotions through Friday, June 23.

Restaurants will continue to offer three-course prix fix menus – for breakfast, brunch, lunch and/or dinner – at price points ranging from $20 to $80 with $4, $5 or $6 from each cover donated to Three Square. Foodservice businesses offering special promotions have also extended, with a fixed portion of proceeds donated to Three Square.

***The list of participating restaurants and special promotions is subject to change as additional venues may extend. Please note that while select restaurants have extended, dates, hours and restrictions may apply. Foodies are encouraged to visit RestaurantWeekLV.org for the most up-do-date information, as well as menus and pricing. The list of participants that will be extending is available here and provided below.

LAS VEGAS, May 23, 2023 – Three Square Food Bank announced Beth Martino as its president and chief executive officer. Martino’s first day with the organization will be June 5.

Soon to lead one of the fastest growing food banks in the nation, Martino brings 20 years of leadership experience in the food bank, public affairs, and health care sectors. As president and CEO of Three Square, Martino will further Three Square’s efforts to provide food to those facing hunger today and to make measurable strides in ending hunger in the future.

Martino will oversee the growth and sustainability of the food distribution network, advocate for and inspire community support, and address barriers that prevent Southern Nevadans from gaining dignified access to meals.

LAS VEGAS, May 15, 2023 – Southern Nevada’s leading culinary event, Las Vegas Restaurant Week, will return to the valley on Monday, June 5 through Friday, June 16, uniting restauranteurs and food enthusiasts alike for a 12-day event to combat food insecurity.

“At Three Square, Las Vegas Restaurant Week holds a special place in our heart, and it’s incredible to see the support of our community grow each year,” said Three Square Chief Development Officer Michelle Beck. “The event gives the opportunity to celebrate our valley’s world-renowned culinary industry, while also tackling our mission of ending food insecurity and improving the well-being of Southern Nevadans.”

News and Press Releases

Annual ‘Map the Meal Gap’ Study Reveals Food Insecurity in Southern Nevada Remains Major Issue

Three Square Food Bank Statement on Governor’s Approval of SB 341 & AB 525

Las Vegas Restaurant Week to Extend Through June 23

Three Square Food Bank Names Beth Martino as President and Chief Executive Officer

Highly Anticipated Return of Three Square’s Las Vegas Restaurant Week Set for June 5-16

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