ABOUT FHFH

Our Mission - How FHFH Works - Frequently Asked Questions - How to Help

From the beginning of time farmers and hunters have been the members of society called to provide food for others. FHFH invites hunters to return to their heritage as 'food providers' in the modern world.

Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH) is an outreach ministry of the people of God called upon to feed venison to the hungry among us nationwide.

WHITE-TAILED DEER With the growing number of deer and other big game in America, crop and property damage permits are being issued to farmers, airports, military installations and agricultural facilities. Many of these deer and other big game are being discarded. In addition, liberal bag limits and extended seasons are putting hunters in the position of being able to harvest more deer and other big game than they can personally consume.

FARMERS & HUNTERS Successful farmers and hunters follow normal check in or crop damage permit procedures defined under their states regulations.

MEAT PROCESSORS Farmers and hunters deliver the harvested surplus deer and other big game to participating meat processors in each county. Donations from churches, clubs, businesses and individuals cover the costs of processing, packaging and freezing the meat.

FOOD BANKS The frozen meat is then available free of cost for pick-up by a nearby food bank or feeding program.

MEMBER AGENCIES This nutritious, low fat, high protein meat is then distributed and/or cooked by hundreds of community agencies such as: church pantries, church feeding ministries, Salvation Army, community food banks, emergency assistance programs, Rescue Missions, children's homes, etc.

Is deer and other big game meat safe?

Yes, all game that is donated to the program are inspected by a qualified meat processor that is contracted by FHFH. Venison and other big game is nutritious, low fat and is high in protein.

Aren't deer hunted just in the Fall?

No. While most recreational hunting occurs in the Fall, some antlerless deer seasons now occur in the Winter and most crop damage permits are issued for the Spring and Summer. The program is year-round.

How much does it cost to donate a deer?

In most cases, nothing. If you donate an entire animal, all processing costs are paid for by the program.

Does my donation help in my local community?

Yes, in most cases the donated meat finds it's way to a food bank located in the county where it was donated. It will them be distributed to county feeding programs.

Can I "write off" my donation?

Yes, all financial contributions are tax deductible.

How does an individual in need obtain venison?

Most statewide food banks make the venison available to their member feeding agencies, not the public. Church pantries, Salvation Army, community food banks, community assistance programs and other member feeding agencies determine the need of individuals and distribute accordingly. A list of member feeding agencies in your area may be obtained from your nearest statewide food bank.

FHFH is always looking for help to strengthen our ministry. You can make a real difference to the hungry in America.

Click here to find out how to donate financially to FHFH.

To find out how to donate venison, click here to find a local program in the state you live in.

Click here if you want to find out more about becoming an FHFH Corporate Sponsor.

If you wish to volunteer your time working for FHFH, call us at (301) 739-3000 or email us.