The annual Student Hunger Drive is a six-week, friendly “competition” between area high schools to raise food and funds for River Bend Food Bank. Since 1985, the Student Hunger Drive has offered the opportunity for the next generation of leaders to rally around an important issue, develop leadership skills, and support the community through philanthropy.
2025 Student Hunger Drive
Monday, September 29 – Thursday, November 6, 2025
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Each year, student leaders are chosen at participating high schools (contact Jayna Gallagher, Community Engagement Manager, to learn how your school can join the Drive!). With a school Advisor, the students develop and implement fundraising activities, promote the Student Hunger Drive, and collect food and funds for their school.
At the end of the competition, each school brings their collected food and funds to River Bend Food Bank, and awards are given to schools that raise the most support in their division (based on student population).
All food and funds are used to support the critical programs that distribute food to over 400 hunger-relief partners across the Food Bank’s 23-county service area, providing much-needed food to children and adults facing hunger.
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Do you need food? We’re here to help! River Bend Food Bank’s network has food pantries and meal sites in cities across our 23-county service area. Find one close to you today!
River Bend Food Bank needs your time and talent. Both are vital to making sure no one in our service area goes hungry. See volunteer opportunities and sign yourself or your group up today!
Together, we’re creating a hunger-free community. Your support of funds and food is crucial to making sure children and adults can rely on River Bend Food Bank now and in the future. Donate today!
