This September, we’re turning up the volume with our Food as a Human Right campaign— because no one should have to wonder where their next meal is coming from. We’ll have lots of opportunities for you to get involved all month long, so keep an eye out here for additional events and updates and rally your friends, family, and coworkers to join you in the fight against hunger!
Hunger Action Day
September 9
Hunger Action Day is a day where hunger-fighters all across the country join forces to bring attention to food insecurity. Wear orange on Hunger Action Day, to show your support for Harvesters, and help us bring attention to hunger in our communities. Be sure to share your pics of you wearing orange and taking action by tagging us and using #HungerActionDay on social! Sharing, volunteering, pledging to advocate, fundraising and donating are just a few ideas for taking action this month.
KC Ren Fest Food Drive
Weekends August 30 – September 14
Huzzah!! It’s time for the annual Kansas City Renaissance Festival Food Drive! Travel back in time and enjoy one of KC’s favorite traditions while also fighting hunger right here, right now!
August 30-September 1, September 6-7, and 13-14: Bring 5 cans of food to donate and get a buy one, get one free admission!
Want to volunteer at the food drive and get a free admission ticket? Sign up here!
Learn more about the Kansas City Renaissance Festival at www.kcrenfest.com.
Fill the Fridge Food Drive
September 29 – October 1
Our friends at KSHB 41 are back with their annual Fill the Fridge Food Drive—a virtual campaign to help provide perishable food to families across our community! Follow along for inspiring stories from around the region, and make a donation to help stock fridges with fresh produce, dairy, and protein for neighbors in need.
Fight Hunger with Fashion
All September
Look Good. Spread Good. Do Good. When you purchase our hunger-fighting fashion items, you’re doing more than upgrading your wardrobe—you’re helping feed families and fuel change in our community. Every item you buy carries a message of hope and makes a tangible difference for those facing hunger.
Shop in person at our warehouses today, or shop online now! It’s never been easier to look good and do good, wherever you are.
Sign Up for the Advocacy Beet
All September
Want to stay informed and make a difference? Sign up for The Advocacy Beet, Harvesters’ advocacy newsletter. Each issue delivers timely updates on hunger-related policies, local and national issues impacting food access, and simple, meaningful ways you can raise your voice and help create a healthier, hunger-free community. Whether you’re new to advocacy or a seasoned changemaker, The Advocacy Beet will keep you rooted in the cause and growing your impact.
Become a Barrel Buddy
All September
We need dedicated, reliable volunteers to become Barrel Buddies! As a Barrel Buddy, you’ll “adopt” one or more nearby grocery stores and take responsibility for picking up donations from the Harvesters-branded barrels located in the store. Then, you’ll drop them off at a designated Harvesters location.
It’s a simple but meaningful way to get involved, especially for individuals or small groups looking for a flexible, recurring volunteer role.
Donate Holiday Boxes
All September
Believe it or not, we’re already thinking about the holidays here at Harvesters—and we need your help! We’re collecting Holiday Boxes filled with shelf-stable food to help brighten the season for families experiencing food insecurity.
This is a great project for workplaces, schools, faith groups, and families looking to give back. You collect the items, pack the boxes, and deliver them to Harvesters.
Get all the details, including box contents and drop-off instructions here.
Volunteer
All September
When you give your time, you’re directly contributing to the livelihood of your neighbors. From sorting nonperishable goods in our warehouses to serving meals and distributing groceries, with every volunteer opportunity, you make a direct impact on the wellbeing of our community.
Learn more and discover an opportunity that would work for you!
