Fight Hunger 9 Ways
FIGHT HUNGER
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL FOOD PANTRY
Donate Instead of Dumping
-Grow fresh produce and donate it to your local food pantry.
Give Generously
-Donate reusable shopping bags for your pantry volunteers to share with shoppers
Organize a Food Drive in August
-Pantries are traditionally very lean in August.
Volunteer
-There are many jobs to be done at a pantry. Find a pantry needing your skills.
Help Set Up a Closet Pantry
-Churches/Synagogues/schools need small, closet pantries.
Participate in a Backpack Program
-Give food to the child who doesn’t eat on the weekends.
Get Organized
-Clean out your kitchen and donate healthy items to the food pantry.
Be a Friend to a Pantry
-Give a little throughout the year by donating food monthly.
Contact Persons of Influence
-Encourage elected officials to support food pantries.