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 Thanks to Lehigh Valley FHFH (PA-08) the freezer at Parkland Cares Food Pantry in Pennsylvania is always stocked with meat. Lehigh Valley FHFH has supplied Parkland Cares Food Pantry with beef and venison since before they even opened their doors and continues to be a source of nutritious meat for the families they serve. Matt Coblentz is the Chapter Coordinator for Lehigh Valley FHFH. Parkland Cares Food Pantry thanks Matt and Lehigh Valley FHFH for our continued support!
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 When there isn’t enough money to make ends meet and people are struggling to put food on their table, they often reach out to food banks, food pantries and feeding ministries for help. As we continue to suffer the economic effects from the COVID pandemic these organizations provide an important lifeline to people in need. These organizations often list meat as one of their top donation needs. The donation of fresh meat is typically less frequent than other food items, and due to the higher cost of meat, most agencies are unable to purchase sufficient quantities. FHFH has provided almost 21 MILLION servings of meat for people struggling with hunger since 1997! We rely on the donation of deer and livestock by hunters and farmers, financial support from individuals, businesses, churches, clubs and foundations, time given by our volunteers, and the partnership of our participating meat processors. Because FHFH pays the fee for processing deer or livestock, there is no cost to the hunter or farmer donating or the food bank, food pantry or feeding ministry receiving the much-needed meat. On behalf of FHFH and the people who are struggling with hunger, we thank you for your generous support as we work together to end hunger in our country! Sincerely,  Josh Wilson, Executive Director  FHFH welcomes Bernhard's Meat Market as a new participating meat processor with FHFH. Bernhard's Meat Market is located in Kerrville, TX. We thank them for joining us in the fight against hunger.
You can donate deer, elk and livestock free of charge to any of the inspected, approved meat processors that participate with the FHFH program. If you would like to donate deer or livestock to FHFH, please CLICK HERE to find a participating FHFH meat processor.  FHFH donated COVID-19 relief funds to the Bloom Home for Girls in Massachusetts. They used the money to purchase meat for their freezer this fall and winter. The first batch of meat purchased included beef, chicken and pork. Bloom is a ministry of Teen Challenge. We received this note of appreciation from Tori Ferrari, Director of Bloom Home for Girls:
"FHFH is such a huge blessing to our ministry! For the last few years since we opened this shelter home for teenage girls, we have been trying to find an individual or organization that could donate meat and stock our freezers for many months to come. As I was researching one day, I came across FHFH and fell in love with what they do for God's children! I reached out to Josh and he instantly responded, eager to help. He was flexible and willing to find a solution for our need and he fulfilled our request above and beyond what we even asked. The Lord used Josh and FHFH to bless us beyond comprehension. We are so thankful to FHFH and the partnership that we have now formed with this wonderful and generous organization. We pray that they are abundantly blessed in return!"  Lehigh Valley FHFH in Pennsylvania received two donated deer so far this season. Matt Coblentz, Chapter Coordinator for Lehigh Valley FHFH (PA-08), purchased a steer using COVID-19 relief funds that yielded 481 pounds of beef - enough for 1,924 servings of nutritious meat for people in need.
 Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry, along with other venison donation programs, is featured in the recent article "How Hunters Use Venison to Feed the Hungry" written by Patrick Durkin of MeatEater. Most of the animals donated to FHFH are deer, but elk, livestock, and poultry are also included. FHFH increased its livestock donations this spring and summer because COVID-19 caused more hunger, but FHFH will resume its focus on deer as hunting seasons return. Read the complete article at "How Hunters Use Venison to Feed the Hungry."
MeatEater is an outdoor lifestyle company founded by renowned writer and TV personality Steven Rinella. Host of the Netflix show MeatEater and The MeatEater Podcast, Rinella has gained wide popularity with hunters and non-hunters alike through his passion for outdoor adventure and wild foods, as well as his strong commitment to conservation. Founded with the belief that a deeper understanding of the natural world enriches all of our lives, MeatEater, Inc. brings together leading influencers in the outdoor space to create premium content experiences and unique apparel and equipment. Larry Rea interviewed Josh Wilson, Executive Director of Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry, during the October 3rd episode of "Outdoors with Larry Rea."
Listen to this great interview on YouTube by clicking the video link above! "Outdoors with Larry Rea" is in its 16th year on the air, broadcasting from Entercom Studios in Memphis, TN. The show's host, Larry Rea, is an expert in Outdoors media, having been the Outdoors Editor for the Memphis Commercial Appeal prior to his move into radio. The show, as well as its website, www.lroutdoors.com, has consistently won awards for excellence in broadcasting, most recently at the annual Southeastern Outdoors Press Association conference. Airing on Saturday mornings, the show features a broad list of segments, including interviews with the most interesting and accomplished Outdoorsmen and women in the U.S. and beyond, but offers a local flavor as well. Larry and his team of show contributors cover the latest news, reports, products and events. In addition to the radio booth, the show hits the road to cover some of the most prestigious events in the industry, such as the Bassmaster Classic, the National Field Dog Trials and more.  The Ausherman Family Foundation recently awarded Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry a $5,000 grant for Frederick County FHFH in Maryland. The funding will provide approximately 10,560 servings of meat to food banks and feeding ministries in Frederick County, MD.
The Ausherman Family Foundation is a private foundation, established in 2006. The Trustees envision a vibrant community where committed nonprofit organizations effectively work together in a spirit of cooperation to advance superior charitable outcomes in Frederick County. The Foundation’s mission is to empower the passion for change in Frederick County, Maryland. On behalf of FHFH and those in Frederick County who struggle with hunger, we thank the Ausherman Family Foundation for their generosity and support of our mission to end hunger. |
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