The informal buddy system has helped connect neighbors and feed families at a loss during the government shutdown.

People who need help with groceries comment on the post, and those who can help reply to connect directly through messaging.

What started as one Facebook post in an East Nashville neighborhood group has now grown into a nationwide effort to help families struggling with food costs.

Remember outings in elementary school or at camp? You were probably paired with another kid about your age and size whose hand you held. The buddy system made losing someone much less likely to happen ...

A Chicago nonprofit is assisting those affected by the pause in federal food assistance by creating "grocery buddies," an ...