Light Orlando Lunch and Learn: Partner Spotlight on US Hunger

Light Orlando Lunch and Learn: Partner Spotlight on US Hunger

Last Wednesday, we had the privilege of visiting US Hunger alongside our Central Florida charity leadership partners for an inside look at their mission, impact, and innovative approach to ending hunger.

Light Orlando Leaders and visit US Hunger with Central Florida Charity Partners for an inside look

From the moment we stepped into their facility, it was clear, US Hunger is about much more than providing meals.

Light Orlando Leaders and visit US Hunger with Central Florida Charity Partners for an inside look

Their work addresses the root causes of hunger by tackling the social and economic challenges that force people to seek food assistance in the first place. These are known as the Five Major Social Determinants of Health:

• Healthcare Access

• Economic Stability

• Education Access

• Built Environment

• Social & Community Context

By using food as a platform for connection, US Hunger partners with organizations to identify needs, provide immediate assistance, and work toward long-term solutions.

A Mission with Global and Local Reach

Founded in 2010 around a kitchen table as “Feeding Children Everywhere,” US Hunger began by sending meals to Haiti after a devastating earthquake. In the years since, they’ve distributed over 191 million meals, mobilized more than 1 million volunteers, and launched programs that span the globe, including right here in Central Florida!

Their impact is felt through three key initiatives:

1. Full Cart® – America’s Virtual Food Bank, delivering fresh and shelf-stable foods directly to households with dignity and discretion.

2. Hunger Projects – High-energy meal-packing events that bring communities together to fight hunger.

3. Data Analytics – A data-driven approach to uncovering and addressing the systemic causes of food insecurity.

Light Orlando + US Hunger: A Partnership Delivering Hope, Together

Light Orlando has proudly partnered with US Hunger to make a tangible difference.

• 2023: Together, we packaged over 50,000 meals in one day.

• 2024: With the help of thousands of volunteers, we packaged over one million meals in a single day.

• 2025: We’re aiming even higher with our 3rd Annual Light Orlando Hunger Project, building 1 million+ meals in one day with the help of more than 2,000 volunteers.

📅 Save the Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025

📍 Central Florida Fairgrounds, Expo Building⏰ Two volunteer shifts:

• 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Full – sign up for the full day to join this shift)

• 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM (Volunteers Needed!)

Sign up to join us: Light Orlando Hunger Project Volunteer Registration

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  Light Orlando Volunteers work to assemble one million meals at U Hunger Event

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  Light Orlando Volunteers work to assemble one million meals at U Hunger Event

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  Light Orlando Volunteers work to assemble one million meals at U Hunger Event

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  Light Orlando Volunteers work to assemble one million meals at U Hunger Event

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  Light Orlando Volunteers work to assemble one million meals at U Hunger Event

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  Light Orlando Volunteers work to assemble one million meals at U Hunger Event

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  Light Orlando Volunteers work to assemble one million meals at U Hunger Event

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  Light Orlando Volunteers work to assemble one million meals at U Hunger Event

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  Light Orlando Volunteers work to assemble one million meals at U Hunger Event

Why This Matters

As US Hunger reminds us, 1 in 10 households in America struggle with food insecurity. Meeting that need requires more than food; it takes connection, collaboration, and innovation. Together with partners like US Hunger, we’re not just filling plates for today; we’re helping create solutions for tomorrow.

Other ways to get involved with US Hunger:

Light Orlando Leaders and visit US Hunger with Central Florida Charity Partners for an inside look

• Host a Hunger Project: Register Here

• Volunteer: Sign Up

• Donate: Give Here

• Become a Full Cart Partner: Learn More

Want to make an even bigger impact and see the country while you do it?

US Hunger also offers a paid, part-time travel opportunity to help lead meal-packing events nationwide. It’s flexible, looks great on a resume, and some students are even on track to visit all 50 states just by working part time!

Let’s deliver hope, together.