The food industry is one of the few not utterly monopolized in America. As prices and cuts drive food insecurity, small restaurants will struggle. They are the first budget item most families cut.
To the extent your budget allows, shift spending from national chains to local ones.
Reward Restaurants Find Out How »
Support a local farm: buy fall produce, go apple-picking or stop off for local honey or pickles to gift this holiday season.
Support local farming Find Out How »
Food banks are seeing decreased funding and increased demand for their services. Food banks can stretch your dollar further by buying in bulk, get what they really need, and streamline handling. Donate Cash.
Food Banks need Cash Find Out How »
That’s okay! Protesting is important because it builds our strength and encourages us. I love a big rally because I come away with renewed hope. If you can’t join us, we’ll have to find other ways to help you get looped in!
Click through for two dozen ways you can take action without showing up!
“I can’t protest” Find Out How »
Locate minority owned businesses in your area. Restaurants are a good start, but branch out. Create a list of interesting local places and then visit them. Leave reviews (google, facebook, yelp) when you find “local gems.”
Minority Business Find Out How »
Build a group of 3-6 people who have similar resistance values and priorities. Plan an action together. Pick something simple: a protest, calling Senators, writing postcards. You’re laying foundations for a core group you trust.
