East Texas Food Bank Initiates Hunters for the Hungry Program in Texarkana Area
The East Texas Food Bank has launched its Hunters for the Hungry program, reported in the Texarkana area.
Shreveport Texarkana, LA, November 12, 2026 — The East Texas Food Bank has announced the commencement of its annual Hunters for the Hungry program. This initiative, aimed at providing protein to individuals and families facing food insecurity, is now active and accepting donations in the Texarkana area.
The Hunters for the Hungry program operates by accepting donations of legally harvested game meat from hunters. This meat is then processed and distributed to food pantries and other charitable organizations within the East Texas Food Bank’s service region. The program aims to supplement the food resources available to those in need with nutrient-rich protein, a category that is often difficult for food banks to procure in sufficient quantities.
Participation details, including specific drop-off locations and guidelines for acceptable donations, are typically provided by the food bank as the program rolls out. The East Texas Food Bank has not provided specific details regarding the start date or duration of the current season’s program beyond its general launch. Information regarding required permits or specific processing requirements for donated game meat is also not immediately available.
The program relies on the cooperation of local hunters and wildlife agencies to ensure all donations are compliant with state hunting regulations and food safety standards. The objective is to transform otherwise unused protein into vital sustenance for community members. Further information regarding how hunters can contribute or how beneficiaries can access the program is expected to be made available through the East Texas Food Bank’s official channels.
The scope of the program’s reach within the Texarkana area means that contributions made by hunters in the vicinity can directly impact local residents. The success of the Hunters for the Hungry initiative is often dependent on the generosity and participation of the hunting community, as well as the infrastructure for processing and distributing the donated meat.
Story summarized from the original created by jparr@ktbs.com (Julie Parr) on www.ktbs.com, see more information here.
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