News & Updates

A new policy urges the nation’s pediatricians to screen kids for food insecurity during regular well-child visits.

An estimated 7.9 million kids in the U.S. live in “food-insecure” households. This means there’s not always enough to eat at home.  But when these kids go to the doctor for a checkup, or a well-child visit, the signs of malnutrition are not always apparent. So pediatricians say it’s time to start asking about it. To get families talking, the American Academy of Pediatrics is now recommending that pediatricians screen all children for food insecurity by asking questions like, “Within the past 12 months, the food we bought didn’t last, and we didn’t have money to get more. Yes or No?”   Read more

There are so many reasons why hunting for deer meat is beneficial not only for the environment, but for our well being and health.

Chances are if you’re a hunter, you already know the benefits of harvesting and eating venison outweighs the consumption of ground beef across the board.  Not only is venison healthier, more cost-effective and tastes better than beef.  Learn why

The latest issue of their Deer Hunters Online magazine is now available at http://bit.ly/1W2un8v and it features FHFH on pages 14,80 and 96.

Deer Hunters Online is published by Hunting Magazines Online – one of our FHFH promotional partners.

The Western MD FHFH Chapter held their annual Fundraising Banquet and Auction on Friday, October 2nd at Tri-State Fellowship Church in Hagerstown.  The event was a great success with around 260 people from the MD, PA, and WV area attending.

Individuals and families attending enjoyed a buffet style meat donated by Outback Steakhouse of Hagerstown.  A large silent and live auction provided folks with many great items to bid on.  A MD update of the impact and financial needs for FHFH was shared with those in attendance.  Additionally, Allan Ellis of the MD Hunting Coalition attended and shared a brief update from the perspective of the MHC on hunting in MD and encouraged folks in attendance to support FHFH.

Thankfully, the event was able to raise just over $13,000 in critical support needed to help ensure the hunters of MD will be able to donate deer for as long as possible this fall.

Thanks to all those who attended and made this a great evening to help the needy of MD!

The MD DNR hosted the “National Hunting and Fishing Day” event the Associated Rod and Gun Clubs of Baltimore in Marriottsville, MD, on Saturday, September 26th.  FHFH attended and staffed a table full of deer donation information and a kids “nerf-gun” style deer shoot allowing kids to take a shot at a 3-D deer target to win a lollypop. It was a wonderful day with 600-700 in attendance. The event provided a variety of outdoors, hunting and fishing experiences for children and adults.

This event was part of the National Hunting and Fishing Day that occurs each fall to help encourage people to go outdoors and enjoy the recreations of hunting and fishing.

News Release – For Immediate Release

Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH) is excited to announce the unveiling of a brand new logo and a redesigned website.  Both are part of an ongoing effort to refresh the brand and messaging of the organization for a new generation of hunters nationwide.

“We are excited to share this new logo and website with our volunteers, supporters and friends,” said Executive Director Josh Wilson.  “FHFH helps hunters address the problem of hunger in America.  The new logo and website will help us share this vision with many new people as we invite them to join the cause with us.” 

The design of the new logo places greater emphasis on the hunger relief aspect FHFH.  Hunting and farming are represented by an appealing and distinct graphic suitable for a range of uses from casual to formal.  The faith-based aspect of the mission has also been thoughtfully included.

Designed by High Rock Studios in Hagerstown, MD, the new FHFH logo is intended to appeal to a broad audience including men, women and young people. 

The FHFH website has undergone a variety of changes and updates in recent months to streamline the content and simplify the navigation.  The site has now undergone a facelift to better compliment the design and colors of the new logo.

Inspired by a passion for the outdoors and compassion for the needy, FHFH is committed to addressing the problem of hunger in America.  With volunteers serving in 28 states, FHFH supports local feeding programs in a unique and relevant way.

The organization welcomes new supporters and volunteers to join the cause.  Those interested in learning more can visit www.fhfh.org, call toll-free 866-438-3434, or email staff@fhfh.org for more information about the ministry.  Also be sure to “like” FHFH at www.facebook.com/feedingthehungry. 

FHFH staffed a table at the September 12th Frederick, MD “In the Streets” Festival. Despite heavy rains, clearing occurred in the afternoon and allowed the ministry to be shared with many folks from the MD, PA, and WV areas.  A kids “nerf-gun” style deer shooting contest was setup allowing kids to aim and take a shot to win a lollypop. Literature and deer drop-off sites across MD were shared with adults who stopped by the table.

Hagerstown, MD — The Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH) ministry handled the donation, processing and distribution of 127 tons of meat during the past year – enough to feed over one million servings to individuals, families and children in need.  Donations included deer and elk from hunters along with livestock and poultry donations from farmers. 

Since 1997 FHFH has coordinated the donation and distribution of enough meat for nearly 17 million meals to the hungry across America.   

“We are excited to have helped hunters and farmers donate over one million meals to their hungry neighbors!  The Lord has blessed us with this innovative opportunity to share nutritious meat with those who need it,” said FHFH Director Josh Wilson.  “And we are also very grateful to our financial supporters, sponsoring partners, chapter coordinators and volunteers.  Without their faithfulness and passion this work would not be possible.”

Inspired by a passion for the outdoors and compassion for the needy, FHFH is committed to addressing the problem of hunger in America.  With volunteers serving in 28 states, FHFH supports local feeding programs in a unique and relevant way.

The organization welcomes new supporters and volunteers to join the cause.  Those interested in learning more can visit www.fhfh.org, call toll-free 1-866-438-3434, or email staff@fhfh.org for more information about the ministry.

Here are five tips on how you can encourage wild birds throughout the year.

Learn the names and needs of the common birds of your neighborhood, teach your neighbors, and get involved with your local birding community.  Start with http://ebird.org/content/ebird/.

Put up a species specific and properly built bird house on your property. Manage the house and adjacent habitat so the native birds have food, water and habitat.  Start with the National Wildlife Federation Garden page.  www.nwf.org/How-to-Help/Garden-for-Wildlife/Gardening-Tips/How-to-Attract-Birds-to-Your-Garden.aspx

Put up seed feeders and nectar feeders on your property – either very close or several feet away from your windows.  Start with Audubon at Home.  www.audubon.org/conservation/creating-bird-friendly-communities

Put infrared stickers or screens on windows and doors that cause window strikes.  Start with Bird Watching Daily article. www.birdwatchingdaily.com/featured-stories/15-products-that-prevent-windows-strikes/

Limit the use of lawn chemicals and pesticides in your garden – they are harmful not only to birds, but also to you, and your pets.  Start with this article from Hometalk.   www.hometalk.com/1924621/a-warning-about-lawn-chemicals-and-pets