HUNGER ACTION MONTH SEPT 2023
30 ways to take action this month. Together, we can end hunger.
SUNDAY
The Food Depot Northern New Mexico's Food Bank
Our vision: healthy, hunger-free communities
Follow The Food Depot on social media.
Start a food drive at your work or ask a business to host a food drive this month.
Neighbor to Neighbor ends Sept 23rd!
Sign up to volunteer at The Food Depot or one of our partner nonprofit agencies.
The San Isidro 5K Run and walk is Saturday, September 30th! Sign
Hang this calendar in your home and office.
Set up an empty jar to collect change throughout the month.
Grandparents Day
Donate in honor of your grandparents to help hungry seniors
SNAP Challenge
Eat all three meals today using $6 or less. $6 is the average New Mexico daily SNAP (formerly food stamp) allowance.
FOOD WASTE Challenge
Nearly 40% of all food in America is wasted. Can you have ZERO food waste for this entire week?
Write or call your elected officials and urge them to support food banks.
Matching Monday
See if your employer will match donations to The Food Depot.
DID YOU KNOW? There are 5 food banks that serve New Mexico. Learn more at nmfoodbanks.org.
Collect empty egg cartons and large paper grocery bags for The Food Depot.
Food 4 Pets
National Peanut Day
Donate some peanut butter or trail mix to the food pantry in your area.
On Fridays in September, wear ORANGE.
The color of Hunger Action Month.
DID YOU KNOW?
The Food Depot serves NINE counties in NM.
Explore facts, stories, and data about food insecurity and hunger at The Food Depot's website.
HUNGER ACTION DAY
Donate Advocate Volunteer
Saturday Shopping
As you head to the grocery store, consider picking up a few extra items to donate.
Take a photo and tag us on social media!
Did you know The Food Depot also serves dogs and cats? Support our Food 4 Pets program! Spot The Food Depot trucks on the move?
Donate, advocate, and volunteer at thefooddepot.org.
How many people in your county are food insecure? Scan to find out!
Help Spread Awareness
Share your volunteer experience or a food insecurity fact on your social media.
Invite a staff member from The Food Depot to speak about food insecurity at your organization or event!
Visiting your local farmers market this weekend?
Pick up some fresh produce for your food bank!
1 in 2 U.S. Families can not afford enough diapers.
Support The Food Depot's Diaper Depot program.
National Coffee Day
Skip your coffee today and donate what you would have spent to The Food Depot.
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Tell friends and family what you have learned this month and commit to taking action all year long.
Sharing is caring! Register to vote or encourage someone you know to register.