September is Hunger Action Month – on the Treasure Coast 1 in 4 people including children face hunger and food insecurity. During this impactful month-long campaign, Treasure Coast Food Bank is committed to raising awareness and inspiring collective action to end hunger along Treasure Coast. Throughout the month, Treasure Coast Food Bank is inspiring action through several events, including Light Up Orange and the 4th Annual Out Run Hunger 5K.
In September, community members and businesses who participate in the Light Up Orange campaign will receive a complimentary orange light bulb or film for their fixtures to light up their spaces to show their support of ending hunger in the community. On Saturday, Sept. 21, the Out Run Hunger 5K returns to Causeway Cove Marina in Fort Pierce, with a goal of providing 200,000 meals.
“Hunger Action Month is our opportunity to harness our collective strength and address food insecurity within our community,” said Judith Cruz, President and CEO of Treasure Coast Food Bank. “Together, we have the power to drive positive change on the Treasure Coast. This month and beyond, our actions – whether through donations, volunteering, or advocacy – will create a ripple effect, forging a path toward ending hunger.” Feeding America is encouraging one million actions across the country. As part of the Feeding America network, Treasure Coast Food Bank also partners with organizations nationwide to develop and share best practices and resources.
“We can end hunger in the U.S. when we decide to work together with coordinated action and a shared belief that everyone deserves fresh, nutritious food,” said Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, CEO of Feeding America. “This year during Hunger Action Month, we are encouraging everyone to take action. Raise your voice. Volunteer. Donate. Our individual actions may seem small, but together they become a powerful movement that can change history.” Discover how you can make a difference by visiting stophunger.org/ham and stay connected with Treasure Coast Food Bank on social media for the latest updates, event details, and opportunities to get involved.
About Treasure Coast Food Bank
Treasure Coast Food Bank is the only food bank and largest hunger relief organization on Florida’s Treasure Coast, providing the community each year with millions of meals valued at more than $50 million through robust programs and in partnership with 300 charitable organizations in Indian River, St. Lucie, Martin, and Okeechobee counties. In addition to emergency food distribution, Treasure Coast Food Bank operates a full roster of direct service programs that not only solve the immediate problem of hunger, but help individuals and families gain long-term food security, better health outcomes, and self-sufficiency. Treasure Coast Food Bank is a Partner Food Bank of Feeding America, the nationwide network of 200 food banks that leads the fight against hunger in the United States. For more information on Treasure Coast Food Bank, stophunger.org or follow us @TCFoodbank on Facebook or X (formerly Twitter).
About Feeding America
Feeding America is committed to an America where no one is hungry. We support tens of millions of people who experience food insecurity to get the food and resources they say they need to thrive as part of a nationwide network of food banks, statewide food bank associations, food pantries and meal programs. We also invest in innovative solutions to increase equitable access to nutritious food, advocate for legislation that improves food security and work to address factors that impact food security, such as health, cost of living and employment. We partner with people experiencing food insecurity, policymakers, organizations, and supporters, united with them in a movement to end hunger. Visit www.FeedingAmerica.org to learn more.
