Hunger Action Month

September is ‘Hunger Action Month’ in Northumberland!

This September, Northumberland County invites you to join in the fight against food insecurity during Hunger Action Month.

Across Northumberland, local food banks and community partners work every day to ensure residents have access to nutritious food. Hunger Action Month is an opportunity to learn more about food insecurity, support local food programs, and take meaningful action to help build a stronger, healthier community.

Together, we can raise awareness, support neighbours in need, and advocate for long-term solutions to address hunger and poverty.

Get involved

Take the 30 Ways in 30 Days challenge

Looking for a simple way to make a difference? Participate in our ’30 Ways in 30 Days’ challenge, featuring one action for each day in September that supports food security in Northumberland.

Whether it’s donating food, learning about local food systems, volunteering your time, or sharing available resources, every action counts.

Download the calendar now.

Learn about food support in Northumberland

Explore Northumberland County’s Feed Change Report to learn more about local food support systems, including food bank usage, food distribution efforts, and school nutrition programs.

Read the Feed Change Report.

Find local support

Food insecurity can affect anyone. If you or someone you know needs help accessing food, local support is available.

Visit Food Help Northumberland to find food banks, meal programs, and other food services across Northumberland County.

Donate to support local Food Banks

Donations help local food banks and food support programs meet community needs.

Most-needed items

Local food banks are often in need of:

• Fresh fruit and vegetables
• Canned meat and fish
• Peanut butter
• Canned fruit and vegetables
• Soups and stews
• Pasta sauce
• Canned tomatoes
• Canned pasta
• Toilet paper
• Shampoo and soaps

Financial donations

Monetary donations allow food banks to purchase needed items in bulk and respond quickly to changing community needs.

To make financial donations, or to donate gift cards, please contact your local food bank directly.

Every action makes a difference

Whether you donate, volunteer, share resources, or simply take time to learn more about food insecurity, your support helps strengthen food assistance programs across Northumberland.