Molly Pfaffenroth

Nutrition security + health equity advocate. Powerlifter, backpacker, group fitness coach. Aussie mom. @Cornell + @SMPAGWU alum. All thoughts mine.

[Molly Pfaffenroth @MollyPfaffen]

Proud to be part of a team dedicated to ensuring that all Americans have access to food. Looking forward to the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health this September!

[Amazon Public Policy @amazon_policy]

We’re passionate about battling food insecurity & believe innovations in food delivery can help ensure all Americans have affordable, convenient food choices. That's why in September, we endorsed legislation supporting the White House's Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, & Health.

[The White House 46 Archived @WhiteHouse46]

President Biden is announcing that for the first time in over 50 years, the White House will host a Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health.

[Molly Pfaffenroth @MollyPfaffen]

@NKaeding So sorry to hear you’ve been sick but glad you’re feeling better! Sending all the well wishes to your family!

[Rep. Tom Tiffany @RepTiffany]

Congratulations to Trig and Tula Solberg on the 50th anniversary of their business. Since 1971, the Solbergs have owned and operated supermarkets and convenience stores in Wisconsin's Northwoods.

Thank you for your service to our #WI07 communities!

[NationalGrocers @NationalGrocers]

The NGA team is finishing up packing for @TheNGAShow (Sep 19-21) at @ParisVegas in Las Vegas!

We can't wait to see everyone there! Pictured below are two of NGA's team leaders: Molly Pfaffenroth and Maggie White. Thank you for all your hard work! And check out the @PepsiCo bags!

[Molly Pfaffenroth @MollyPfaffen]

My latest blog on the importance of @USDA's upcoming #SNAP increase for families, independent community grocers, and local economies.

[NGA_GR @NGA_GR]

Last week, USDA announced monthly SNAP benefits will increase by 27% beginning on October 1. The increase is an important investment in the health of American families, community grocery stores, and local economies. Learn more in today's blog - https://t.co/kA2yu8PwSd

[The NGA Show @TheNGAShow]

Greg Ferrara, CEO & President of NGA, gives a brief update on COVID safety protocols approved by their Board of Directors.
For more information on the health & safety guidelines check out our health and safety page, linked in our bio.

[Molly Pfaffenroth @MollyPfaffen]

USDA's Thrifty Food Plan update is long overdue + an important step to providing families w/ greater access to nutritious foods.

[NGA_GR @NGA_GR]

NGA News: NGA Welcomes Thrifty Food Plan Update, Boost to SNAP Benefits

NGA supports USDA plans to permanently increase monthly Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits by 27% beginning Oct. 1, 2021.

Learn more: https://t.co/Gu67W1viL2

[NGA_GR @NGA_GR]

Several members of the @NGA_GR team met with White House staff today to discuss COVID-19 challenges in the independent grocery community. Topics included antitrust reform, the labor shortage, the importance of SNAP, and trucking issues.

[CBS Mornings @CBSMornings]

Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow lost her husband Luke in December, just weeks after he was elected to the same Congressional seat and before he could be sworn in.

In an exclusive interview with @DavidBegnaud, @jbletlow shared a message for those who remain unvaccinated.

[NGA_GR @NGA_GR]

NGA Blog: Independent Grocers are Critical to Overcoming SNAP Healthy Food Access Hurdles by Molly Pfaffenroth, NGA Senior Director of Government Relations

Read here - https://t.co/wdqcPjz2w6

[NGA_GR @NGA_GR]

NGA’s Chris Jones is testifying at @FTC calling on the agency to enforce the Robinson-Patman Act for the first time in more than 20 years. Watch here: https://t.co/clhoOK7RRx

[Food Research & Action Center @fractweets]

A new report from @NationalGrocers underscores the important economic impact that SNAP has made during #COVID19 at national, state, and congressional district levels. https://t.co/YAig7xHIgP

[Molly Pfaffenroth @MollyPfaffen]

Great seeing House Ag Committee Ranking Member @CongressmanGT yesterday! Thanks for being a champion for independent grocers. @ngagreg

[NGA_GR @NGA_GR]

Saying goodbye is always hard! Today was the last day at @NationalGrocers for our Government Relations intern Taylor (pictured center). Taylor helped our team on a variety of priorities important to independent grocers. He is now pursuing a career on Capitol Hill.

[NationalGrocers @NationalGrocers]

We are proud to stand with our coalition partners @commpharmacy @NACDS @pharmacists @Rx_Specialty @FMI_ORG in support of Pharmacy DIR Reform to protect independent grocery pharmacies and the communities they serve. #FixDIR #DIRisDIRE

[Molly Pfaffenroth @MollyPfaffen]

Honored to be a part of this amazing group of grocery industry leaders! #2021ELDP

[NGA Foundation @NGA_Foundation]

Congratulations to all the 2021 Executive Leadership Development Program (ELDP) graduates! We can't wait to see how this experience helps this year's graduates grow our industry. If you're interested in nominating a colleague for 2022 ELDP, click here: https://t.co/Y7KuOi7RPL

[Molly Pfaffenroth @MollyPfaffen]

Proud to be back at my alma mater this week for @Cornell and @NationalGrocers Executive Leadership Development Program #2021ELDP

[Molly Pfaffenroth @MollyPfaffen]

Enjoyed speaking about independent grocers' critical role in SNAP online purchasing at @cunyurbanfood's Food Policy Forum on "Food Access and the Role of Digital Technologies." Recording available here! @NationalGrocers #SNAP #foodaccess https://t.co/9eFIHV6eo3

[NGA_GR @NGA_GR]

Congressional store tours are a chance for grocers to provide lawmakers with a firsthand look at how the grocery industry operates and how federal issues impact day-to-day operations.

Learn more in today's NGA blog: https://t.co/7o8QyO4yz8