September is Hunger Action Month

We Can End Hunger - When We All Work Together

Each September, Hunger Action Month unites millions to raise awareness and provide nutritious food to neighbors facing hunger. Together, we all make a difference.

Learn How to Help

A smiling food pantry volunteer holds a box of fresh celery.
I needed the pantries growing up. It’s what made my mom feel like we were safe, and now I volunteer to help make sure other people feel the same exact way.
- Ricky, Indiana

What is Hunger Action Month?

A nationwide movement this September

Hunger Action Month brings people across the country together to end hunger in our communities. Feeding America partners with local food banks and volunteers to build a nation where everyone has the food and support they need. Your involvement makes this possible.

Map of the continental United States of America.

Stand with 50 Million Neighbors Facing Hunger

Food insecurity touches every community. You can make a difference today.

More than 50 million people turned to food banks—more than at any point in the last decade. In every community, people are working hard to feed their families. Each person is our neighbor. And each person deserves the nutritious food we all need to thrive.

FACT

50 Million People

Turned to food banks for help in the last year
Fact

100% of Counties

Food insecurity is in every community in the U.S.
Fact

1.5x More Likely

Families with kids face more risk of hunger
Fact

Up to 50%

Some rural child hunger rates reach up to 50%

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Annette sitting at her dining table.
My story is my way to help, to give back to the community.
- Annette, Texas

How You Can Join Hunger Action Month

It takes many hands—including yours—to ensure every person facing hunger gets the food they need. Wherever you are, you can do your part this Hunger Action Month.

Donate

Double your impact with a match through September.

Fundraise

Every fundraiser helps bring us closer to a hunger-free America.

Advocate

Your voice can influence lawmakers and make lasting change.

Questions About Hunger Action Month

  • Hunger Action Month is a national campaign held every September to raise awareness and inspire action to end hunger in America.

  • The Feeding America network of food banks launched Hunger Action Month in 2007. In 2025, we mark its 18th year.

  • Hunger Action Month takes place every year in September.

  • Hunger Action Day is a key moment during Hunger Action Month when people across the country take action to fight hunger. In 2025, it's on September 9.