...Hunters for the Hungry operates by
solicitation of successful hunters to donate venison. The deer are accepted by
professional meat cutters who process (cut, wrap, and freeze) the venison. The meat is
provided at no cost and is distributed by foodbanks and other 501 (C) (3) nonprofit
organizations feeding Virginia's needy. We are not supported by any state funds nor are we
a United Way Agency.
...Funds are raised to cover the cost of processing, distribution, and the overhead
expenses of operation (less than 20% of total expenses). Financial support is currently
the limiting factor.
...The simplicity of the program makes it not only easy to understand but also practical
to operate. Hunters, all volunteers, do the work of providing the food. Processors
inspect, cut, wrap, and freeze the meat (most charge us a fee reduced from normal rates).
The venison is distributed through agencies already equipped for and in the business of
feeding the needy. The food provided is a quality high protein, low-fat item not normally
available.
The Benefits
| Our natural resources are used to help
those in need. |
| Potential waste is eliminated |
| Hunters are involved in helping and
providing for the less fortunate. |
| The deer population is controlled which
not only benefits mankind but the deer themselves. |
Among those who have worked with, assisted, and
endorsed this effort are:
| Ruritan National and Ruritan Clubs
across Virginia |
| The Federation of Virginia Foodbanks |
| The Virginia Department of Game and
Inland Fisheries |
| The Virginia Department of Meat and
Poultry Inspection |
| The Virginia Department of Health |
| The Virginia Deer Hunters Association |
| The Virginia Wildlife Federation |
| The Virginia Game Warden's Association |
| Many civic clubs including - Rotary,
Lions, Izaak Walton League, Moose, American Legion |
| Churches including - United Methodist,
Presbyterian, Catholic, Baptist, Episcopal |
| Many businesses both involved and
uninvolved in the outdoor sporting world |
| Virginia Association of Meat Processors
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| Many media outlets including - radio,
television, magazines, and newspapers |
...We have a proven track record. We have received
and distributed nearly one half million pounds of venison to the needy across Virginia.
The potential exists to provide almost this quantity on an annual basis.
...Our long term goal is to make 500,000 pounds of venison available to the hungry
annually. We already have in place the needed program to receive and distribute this
quantity. As funds are available more meat will be accepted and distributed.
...Please take a few minutes to review our materials. We are very proud of the
cost-effective manner in which we operate. Contributions should be used primarily for
program not for overhead.
...Your consideration of a contribution is greatly appreciated. A favorable response to
our request would:
- Help us expand our effort while we continue to build our support base
- Provide needed food to many who otherwise will do without
- Impact the operations and budgets of many feeding agencies around the
state as all meat is provided by us at no charge
- Enhance the cooperative program that we have begun. This cooperation
clearly involves many who do not otherwise participate in charitable endeavors or who do
not normally find common ground on which to pool their efforts.
...We would gladly provide any additional information that would be
helpful.
...Thank you for your time and consideration. We hope you will see fit to invest in our
effort to feed, educate, and cooperate.
...To contact Hunters for the Hungry e-mail
or write us at:
| Hunters For The Hungry |
| P.O. Box 304 |
| Big Island, VA 24526 |
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