Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Day

Join the fight against hunger on Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Day! Let's fill those empty plates, one food donation at a time.

When it is?

May 11

History of Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Day

Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Day Timeline

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1991</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Food Drive's Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) initiated the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive to address rising hunger issues across the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Official Launch</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first nationwide Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive was held, beginning its tradition as an annual one-day food drive.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Record-breaking Collection</div><div class='timeline-text'>Over 70 million pounds of food were collected, setting a new record for the largest amount collected in a single day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Billion Pound Milestone</div><div class='timeline-text'>Total donations surpassed one billion pounds of food, marking a significant milestone in the fight against hunger.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>25th Anniversary</div><div class='timeline-text'>Stamp Out Hunger celebrated its 25th anniversary, reinforcing its commitment and impact on helping those struggling with hunger.</div></div></div>

How to Celebrate Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Day

<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organize your own food drive</h3><p class='facts-text'>Get together with your neighbors, friends, and colleagues to organize your own food drive in the lead-up to Stamp Out Hunger Day. Every little helps, and you'll be surprised at how much you can collect when everyone contributes.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Prepare special parcels for collection</h3><p class='facts-text'>Take some time to prepare a special food parcel for your local collection to pick up. Non-perishable items like canned goods, rice, and pasta are always a great choice.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a local food bank</h3><p class='facts-text'>Offer to volunteer at a local food bank on Stamp Out Hunger Day. The extra hands will always be appreciated especially on such a busy day.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Donate online</h3><p class='facts-text'>If you're unable to physically donate on the day, consider making an online donation. Many organizations that participate will have options available on their website to donate money directly.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Spread the word</h3><p class='facts-text'>Share information about the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Day on your social media platforms. Awareness is a key part of winning the fight against hunger, so let's all do our part to spread the word.</p></div></div>

Why Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Day is Important

<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a chance to give back to the community </h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Day gives us an opportunity to help our neighbors and make a positive impact on our communities. By donating non-perishable food items, we can all play a part in alleviating food insecurity faced by millions of families in the United States. </p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness about hunger issues</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The food drive helps bring attention to the critical issue of hunger that affects millions across the country. Raising awareness often leads to increased donations and expanded support which plays a significant role in the fight against hunger.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a collective effort</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the best aspects of Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Day is that it brings people together. Whether it's friends, families, or co-workers teaming up to donate, organize food drives, or volunteer, it's a testament to what can be achieved with collective effort and the shared goal of combatting hunger.</p></div></div>