Give Voice

... because it takes more than food to end hunger.

When most people think of hunger relief efforts, they think of serving in a soup kitchen, making a corporate or individual donation, or organizing a food drive. Yes, all these activities are critical in the fight against hunger. But advocating for Public Policy is the second prong of hunger relief efforts, and its role is equally important.

Federal nutrition programs such as Food Stamps, National School Lunch Program, and WIC (Women, Infants and Children) were established by Congress and supported by efforts from hunger advocates. Without these broad-scale national programs, hunger-relief organizations would not be able to meet the needs of the many hungry people in their communities.

We need caring citizens like you to join us and help fight for these important programs. The best way to get started as a Hunger Advocate is to join the Hunger Action Center.

Be An Advocate

Contact your local elected officials

Contact your local elected officials and educate them about hunger in our community. Ask them to take action on legislation affecting hunger issues. Find contact information for your local, state and federal elected officials here.

Spread the word to family, friends and business colleagues

Spread the word to family, friends and business colleagues about what the Food bank is doing to fight hunger in our community.

Connect with the Food Bank on the Internet

Stay up to date on what the Food bank is doing and share the updates with your friends. Follow us on Twitter. Find us on Facebook. View our photos on Flickr. View our videos on YouTube.

Join our cause and become a hunger advocate today.