HUNGER ACTION MONTH
One month of awareness. Twelve months of impact.
Hunger doesn’t end in September. That’s why we show up year-round — and why monthly giving matters. This Hunger Action Month, stand with our community. Become a monthly donor and help ensure families in Hawai‘i have access to fresh, healthy food year-round.
Hunger is real in Hawai‘i — it’s closer than you think, and it can happen to anyone at any time.
September is Hunger Action Month — and hunger is closer than you think. Here in Hawai‘i, more than 1 in 6 households struggles to put food on the table.
With recent federal budget cuts to SNAP, Medicaid, and nonprofit funding, families are already feeling the crisis. Some now receive just $30 a month in food assistance — nowhere near enough to sustain a household. Meanwhile, the line outside our doors keeps growing.
At The Pantry, we serve over 135,000 families each year with dignity and choice — offering more than just food. Families count on us for fresh produce, local fish, pantry staples, and culturally relevant items that reflect the needs of our neighbors.
And when September ends, the need doesn’t.
Healthy Food, Healthy Families, Stronger Hawai‘i
Food security means more than canned goods. Families count on The Pantry each week for fresh produce, bread, milk, eggs, and proteins — the essentials that keep keiki, kūpuna, and working families thriving.
We work with a network of farmers, fisheries, and food distributors to ensure families receive reliable access to fresh, local, and culturally relevant food.
Monthly gifts make this possible. They provide the steady support needed to keep these nutritious options on tables every week and strengthen Hawai‘i’s local food system.
Take Action this September
The Pantry Monthly Donor Levels
$5/month
Provides fresh produce for one household every month, staples like cabbage, bananas, or lettuce that make every meal healthier.
$10/month
Covers a week of culturally relevant groceries (like sweet potatoes, eggs, and rice) for one family, giving them the dignity of choosing what works best for their household.
$25/month
Ensures high-quality protein (fresh fish or chicken) for 5 families each month, meeting one of the most requested needs from our clients.
$50/month
Strengthens partnerships with local farmers and distributors, bringing more fresh, Hawai‘i-grown food directly to families, while keeping dollars in our local economy.
$100/month
Supports a full month of groceries for a family of four: fresh produce, proteins, dairy, and pantry staples — helping them stretch limited paychecks further.
ACTION 1
Become a Monthly Donor
Volunteer With Us
Join us during Hunger Action Month and help support families in Hawai‘i. Volunteer individually, bring your family, your corporate team, or organize a giving day at your workplace. Every hour makes a difference and strengthens our community.
ACTION 3
Donate through Foodland’s Give Aloha Program
Support The Pantry at your local Foodland by using your points! Donate through September 1–30 and use our code: #79061
ACTION 4
Spread the word
Can’t donate, volunteer, or attend an event? You can still help! Share this campaign with someone who might be interested in giving or volunteering. Every connection strengthens our community and helps get fresh, healthy food to families in need.
Why Give Monthly?
Hunger doesn’t follow a calendar. It shows up in emergencies, during school breaks, after job losses, and at the end of long months.
When you give monthly, you join a community that helps keep Hawai‘i families fed year-round. Consistent giving means consistent meals on the table — stability our families can count on. Here’s what that looks like through the eyes of our donors and the people we serve.
– LYLE
I give monthly because hunger doesn’t stop after the holidays or during the summer. Families in Hawai‘i need help year-round, and monthly giving is the simplest way to make sure my support is always there.
– ANONYMOUS MONTHLY DONOR
– JOSEPHINE
So Far in 2025
Together, we’re reaching more families, providing more meals, and delivering more fresh, healthy food than ever before.
Meals Distributed
%
More Fresh Produce, Protein, Eggs, Milk & Bread Than Last Year
Hunger doesn’t end in September — and neither does our work.
By giving monthly, you’re ensuring fresh, healthy food is on the table for families across Hawai‘i, every week of the year.
Help us achieve Direct Access Real Impact.