IN Kansas City March 2021

Feeding Kansas City words by

Kelsey Cipolla

THE LONG REACH of Covid-19 extends into the kitchen for many in Kansas City and around the country. As communities cope with lost jobs and income, Feeding America estimates more than 50 million people, including one in four children, experienced food insecurity in 2020. Local organizations in a position to respond during this unprecedented crisis met sudden increased demand, an unpredictable food industry, and a host of other barriers. Here’s how they adapted—and found ways to keep feeding Kansas City.

MARCH 2021

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IN Kansas City March 2021

Published on Feb 25, 2021Society

KC Media

Making a difference in March. Contributor Kelsey Cipolla takes a look at the non-profits helping to feed Kansas City and deal with the community issues of food insecurity. Writer Katie Van Luchene reports on Madam President Camp, which was designed by its co-founders to encourage young girls' self confidence and develop their leadership qualities. It's not your mother's basement anymore in the two stunning lower level interiors featured, filled with ideas to adapt. The Home feature is a townhouse that's been renovated to match the couture details of the homeowner's expansive closet. And S.W.A.T producer and Kansas City native Aaron Rahsaan Thomas is interviewed about growing up in Kansas City and his life and work as a creative in Hollywood. Departments and columns include beauty, wellness, and fashion, entertaining, expanded arts and culture coverage, and dining out and dining in, with recipes and up-to-date info on KC's restaurant and bar scene.

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