Venison Donation Program (Hunters for the Hungry)

Mission:
Hunters for the Hungry operates the Venison Donation Program with the goal of providing nutritious venison to individuals and families in need throughout Virginia.

Program Overview

The Venison Donation Program accepts legally tagged deer from hunters, which are then processed by professional meat cutters. The processed venison is distributed at no cost through food banks and other nonprofit organizations that serve those experiencing food insecurity.

Services Provided

• Venison Collection: Hunters can donate whole or partial deer at participating meat processors or collection points.
• Meat Processing: Professional meat cutters handle the cutting, wrapping, and freezing of donated venison.
• Distribution: Processed venison is distributed through a network of food banks and nonprofit organizations across Virginia, reaching individuals and families in need.

Who Is Served

• Individuals and families experiencing food insecurity in Virginia, including Louisa County and surrounding areas.
• There are no specific eligibility requirements for recipients; distribution is managed through partner food banks and nonprofits.

How to Donate

• Hunters may take legally tagged deer to a participating processor or collection point.
• Donors may contribute a portion or the entirety of their processed deer.
• Processors store donated meat until it is collected for distribution.
• Hunters donating an entire deer are not required to pay any processing fees.

Additional Information

• The program is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit initiative.
• Funding is raised to cover processing costs, ensuring that venison is provided free of charge to those in need.
• The program operates statewide, making it accessible to residents of Louisa County and neighboring regions.