As a nonprofit organization, we are always looking for ways to give back to the MidAtlantic community. This year we are participating in Campout for Hunger, an annual food drive and week-long charity event hosted by 93.3 WMMR. Campout for Hunger is dedicated to raising awareness around hunger and food insecurity and encouraging much-needed food donations to Philabundance. The food collected from this event will be distributed to local food banks and hunger-relief organizations, making a significant impact on those in need.
The first Campout for Hunger was held in 1988 with the goal of raising 1 ton of food. This initiative has drastically increased over the years with 1,757,021 pounds of food donated and $1,158,732 raised in 2023 to Philabundance.
Last year, our amazing team and MEA Members donated 970 pounds of food to Campout for Hunger! Our food drive will run through November 27th to support Philabundance.
What are Philabundance Most Needed Items?
These items are high in both demand and nutritional value. Philabundance continues to accept other products, but asks to focus our efforts on these items so that we can have the maximum impact for individuals facing hunger.
- Cooking Oil
- Peanut Butter & Jelly (Plastic Containers Only)
- Canned Tuna or Meat
- Canned Fruits & Vegetables
- Canned Stews & Soups
- Breakfast Cereals & Bars
- Whole Grain Pasta
- 100% Juice (Plastic Containers Only)
- Rice
- Boxed, Non-Refridgerated Milk
Only boxes, cans, plastic containers or non-breakable jars and which do not have to be refrigerated can be collected.
Please do not donate: Sugary juice or drinks, Unhealthy snacks, Seasonal Items, Bread and baked goods (which go bad quickly).
How to Get Involved?
- Drop your donations off the next time you visit MEA.
- Ship your items shipped directly to MEA. Please address your donations to Mindy Geib and ship to 234 Mall Blvd Suite G-50, King of Prussia, PA 19406.
- If you are planning to attend our 2024 Leadership Conference, drop off your donations at the event!
- Need MEA to pick up donations from your organization? Email Matt Roessler via mroessler@meainfo.org and Dominic DiMarino via ddimarino@meainfo.org for more information!
Thank you to all of our Members who donated last year! Let’s continue to make a lasting impact in the fight against hunger together!