Women help feed their communities. Federal cuts are making that harder.

In Northwest Philadelphia, a food distribution warehouse is a hub of activity, with volunteers working together to package food for those in need. A woman, who has undergone a heart valve replacement and has a lupus diagnosis, is involved in the effort, often sitting due to difficulty standing for long periods. The team distributes a significant amount of food, with nearly 8,200 pounds being distributed each shift. The food is taken to homes around the northwest part of the city by drivers. Further details about this local food distribution effort are available from the source.