Nationwide Virtual Food Drive Aims to End Summer Hunger for Kids

In an inspiring collaboration to combat summer hunger among children, Benevolist.org and Tackle Hunger have launched the Full Bellies, Bright Summers nationwide virtual food drive. This initiative, running from July 7th to August 31st, aims to mobilize food pantries, businesses, and community groups across the U.S. to create virtual food drives, making it easier to support families in need during the summer months when school meals are not available. The campaign leverages a customizable, pre-populated drive template on Benevolist.org, enabling participants to quickly set up and share their drives, thereby facilitating critical food assistance to local communities.

Alison Reese of Tackle Hunger highlights the urgency of the initiative, noting the increased financial strain on families during summer and the heightened demand on food pantries. Cari Newton of Benevolist emphasizes the community-centric approach of the campaign, which simplifies the process for individuals and organizations to contribute essential items directly to those in need. The partnership between Benevolist.org and Tackle Hunger represents a significant step forward in addressing food insecurity, offering a practical solution to a pressing issue through technology and community engagement.