September is Hunger Action Month

Everyone needs nutritious food to thrive. Yet, tens of millions of people in the United States―including 1 in 11 individuals and 1 in 10 children in central Pennsylvania―face hunger.

This September, join the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank in the movement to end hunger. Your voice, actions, and commitment will help ensure every community has the food they need to thrive. Because when people are fed, futures are nourished.

Every action―big or small―is one step closer to an America where no one is hungry. Join the nationwide movement to end hunger by donating, volunteering or advocating.

1 in 11 central Pennsylvanian’s are experiencing food insecurity.

Hunger is what you feel when you don’t have enough to eat. Food insecurity is the set of circumstances that prevent your access to food.

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The Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg will be illuminated orange in honor of Hunger Action Month from
September 1-9.

Get Involved

Donate

Make a meaningful impact in your community today by donating to our food bank. Your generosity can provide nourishment and hope to those in need, ensuring that no one goes to bed hungry.

Advocate

Learn how the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank advocates for our neighbors facing food insecurity at the state and federal level, and how you can lend your voice.

Volunteer

Join us in making a hands-on difference by volunteering at our food bank. Your time and effort will directly contribute to distributing smiles and sustenance to individuals and families facing hunger.

Learn More

Visit Our Policy Research Page –
Join our Policy Research Team in taking an analytical look at food insecurity throughout central Pennsylvania.

Check Out Our Community Cookbook –
Explore the newly released Central Pennsylvania Food Bank Cook Book.

Partner Resources

HAM Partner Engagement Toolkit
HAM Partner Engagement Toolkit- Fresh Express
HAM Partner Engagement Toolkit-MilitaryShare

Hunger Action Day is
September 15, 2023

Help raise awareness on Hunger Action Day and all month long by wearing orange – the color of hunger relief. By wearing orange clothing and encouraging your network to take action, you can help spread awareness and show your commitment to the mission against hunger!

Approaching Food Insecurity
Through a Lens of Equity

Hunger disproportionately harms neighbors and communities that have been systemically marginalized. As we work toward a future where no one in central Pennsylvania lives with hunger, we must also work against racism and other systemic obstacles that prevent people from thriving. We will listen to and learn from members of historically under-represented groups. We will value their lived expertise and experiences as we shape our charitable food network to equitably meet the needs of our neighbors. We will ensure that our diverse community is reflected in our board of directors, management, staff, volunteers, partner organizations, and donors in a manner that upholds equity, inclusion, and belonging.