News & Updates

NRP News: Strengthening Our Island Community This Summer 

Warmer temperatures and abundant sunshine bring second homeowners and vacationers back to the island. Despite the idyllic nature of the island during this time, the struggles that year-round Nantucket residents face do not disappear.  Local food programs need your support more than ever before. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is cutting back $1 billion

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Together, We Can End Food Insecurity

Nantucket’s reputation as a charming tourist destination hides a harsh reality—food insecurity. Every day, families and individuals struggle to access nutritious meals. But thanks to the Nantucket Resource Partnership, we are closer than ever to ensuring no one on Nantucket goes hungry. A Network Built on Collaboration We are a force multiplier. We support local

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NRP News: Facing a Winter of Urgent Need

Many year-round Nantucket residents struggle with high living costs, often forcing tough choices between essentials and food. Local food programs are currently facing unprecedented demand and without more funding, they risk falling short. Our food insecurity programs island-wide are stretched thin; waitlists are in the hundreds and continue to grow. We’re hearing from social service agencies

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NRP News: Now Hiring Communications Manager

NRP is growing – join us as our Communications Manager. The Communications Manager will play a key role in shaping NRP’s public presence and fostering community engagement. This part-time, hybrid position requires a creative, strategic communicator who is passionate about building awareness and support for NRP’s mission. The Communications Manager will work closely with the NRP

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NRP News: Food First – Helping Islanders In Need

Nantucket Resource Partnership is proud to partner with 8 island food-security programs and over 15 referral partners on our Food First online platform. This innovative technology is an online tool utilized by NRP and it’s referral partners to help islanders in need access food security programs quickly, directly, and with dignity.  Read on to find

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NPR News: NRP’s Food First Referral Tool to Help Food-Insecure Islanders

NRP’s Food First platform is a referral tool that helps social-service organizations connect food-insecure individuals with on-island food programs. With 14 referral partners including the Food Pantry, Fairwinds, Health Imperatives, the Nantucket Public Schools, and others, the program efficiently directs individuals to any of the eight food program partners on Nantucket that best suit their

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