August 31, 2026

Hunger Action Month: Together, We Can End Food Insecurity

A diverse group of community members participating in a food drive.

Hunger Action Month calls us to action. It invites us to learn about resources available to fight hunger, support regional food banks and find meaningful ways to advocate for change in our communities.  

Hunger isn’t just a statistic; it’s a neighbor, a coworker, a classmate, or a friend. That’s why it’s our job to ensure that, no matter how close hunger may be, help is always closer.    

Ways To Take Action This Month 

You can make a difference by supporting organizations working directly with families and individuals experiencing food insecurity. 

  • Host or join a workplace food or fund drive 
  • Support a local pantry or community organization 

Every contribution — whether food, funds or time — helps ensure nutritious meals remain within reach for neighbors across Virginia. 

Nutrition Programs Supporting Families 

The logo for SNAP, featuring a colorful grocery bagged filled with food.Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

SNAP provides monthly benefits that help families buy groceries. If you or someone you know is struggling to put food on the table, encourage them to apply through CommonHelp or their local department of social services 

Learn more and apply.

The logo for Virginia Fresh Match, picturing a basket of food.Virginia Fresh Match

Virginia Fresh Match doubles SNAP and SUN Bucks benefits spent on fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets. This helps households access more fresh, nutritious food while supporting local farmers and markets across the Commonwealth. 

Find a Fresh Match location.


Community Partners Making an Impact
 

The logo for Feed More, featuring green and dark blue text.Feed More

Feed More connects people across Central Virginia with nutritious food through a network of food pantries, meal programs and community partners.  

Find food or get involved.


The logo for No Kid Hungry, featuring grey text and an orange apple.No Kid Hungry Virginia

No Kid Hungry partners with schools and community organizations to connect children with meals through programs like school breakfast and summer meals.  

Learn about No Kid Hungry.


A Shared Commitment To Ending Hunger
 

Fighting hunger takes all of us. Whether you donate food, volunteer, share information or help connect someone with resources, every action strengthens Virginia’s hungerrelief network. This Hunger Action Month, consider how you can support your community and help ensure no neighbor goes without a nutritious meal.