Monthly Giving with Feed 365: How You Can Fight Hunger All Year Long

Every year, tens of thousands of individuals and families in Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore struggle with food insecurity. More than 132,240 of our neighbors lack reliable access to nutritious meals, a challenge that impacts their health, education, and overall well-being.

At the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore, we’ve distributed over 24 million pounds of food in the past year and served an incredible 20 million meals. Yet, the demand for nutritious meals in our community continues to grow. Feed 365, our monthly giving program, is the best way for you to join this critical mission and play a part in changing the lives of our neighbors every single day of the year. 

What Is Feed 365? 

Feed 365 is the Foodbank’s donor-driven monthly giving program. It’s designed to create a steady stream of support so that we can continue to fight hunger all year long. Through flexible donation options, Feed 365 empowers you to make a meaningful impact that fits your budget. 

How Does Feed 365 Work? 

By becoming a Feed 365 donor, you help ensure a consistent supply of food and resources for our programs, such as the mobile pantry food bank and food drive initiatives. When you donate money for food, we are able to use these funds to: 

  • stock shelves with canned food donations to meet daily needs. 
  • distribute meals through our mobile pantry food bank, reaching underserved communities quickly and effectively. 
  • provide food drive boxes filled with nutritious items to families experiencing food insecurity.  

Why Monthly Giving Matters 

One of the biggest challenges in fighting food insecurity is the unpredictable nature of donations. While generous seasonal contributions are vital, like the record-breaking success of the 2024 Mayflower Marathon, the need for food is year-round. Donate to food banks to help provide predictable funding, which benefits the Foodbank and allows you to collaborate with us on a mission that guarantees no one in our community has to wonder where their next meal is coming from.

Supporting Urgent Needs 

Predictable funding ensures the Foodbank is always prepared for emergencies, whether it’s a natural disaster, an economic downturn, or seasonal spikes in demand. By maintaining emergency food supplies and enhancing outreach efforts, Feed 365 allows us to act quickly when our service area needs us most. 

Nutritional Goals

With more than 70 percent of food distributed by the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore categorized as healthy and nutritious, Feed 365 enables us to maintain our commitment to offering meals that foster long-term health and well-being. The monthly giving program also helps sustain our food distribution models, supporting year-round programs like the mobile pantry food bank and our community food drives. 

Maximizing Efficiency 

Predictable funding helps us operate more efficiently, reducing waste and maximizing the impact of every dollar donated. Feed 365’s support has helped us to ensure food moves from our warehouse into the hands of those who need it faster than ever. 

How to Get Involved

Sign Up for Feed 365 and Change Lives

Joining Feed 365 is easy:

1. Visit the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore’s Website 

Head to Foodbankonline.org/give/more-ways-to-give/recurring-giving/

2. Choose Your Monthly Donation Amount 

Select a contribution amount that works for your budget. Whether it’s $15, $25, or more, every dollar adds up to create meaningful change. 

3. Confirm Your Details 

Set up your recurring donation securely, and we’ll take care of the rest. You’ll receive regular updates about how your contributions are making an impact.  

Your donation to the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore’s monthly giving program doesn’t just provide meals, it creates opportunities for individuals and families to thrive. Visit our website today to sign up for Feed 365 and become part of a mission that turns generosity into action. 

Together, we can feed more, support more, and build a stronger, healthier community.

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