For over three decades, local neighborhoods, businesses, faith-based organizations, and volunteers have partnered with Golden Harvest Food Bank to 'Scare Away Hunger' through the It's Spooky to Be Hungry Drive.

“Every October we are excited and honored that our neighbors join alongside us in such a way that not only helps put food on the tables of families experiencing food insecurity, but in fun and creative ways that encourage others to get involved,” said President & CEO Amy Breitmann. 

• Local residents can get involved in Spooky by starting their own virtual drive. Visit itsspookytobehungry.org and click ‘Start a Virtual Drive’.

• Community members can also donate to the Spooky campaign. Visit itsspookytobehungry.org and click “Donate”. Every $2 raised provides 5 meals to those in need in our area.

• CSRA residents can volunteer to help distribute door hangers this month. Visit itsspookytobehungry.org for details.

• Local businesses are competing to collect monetary donations Oct. 1-31. To join the It’s Spooky To Be Hungry® competition, visit https://itsspookytobehungry.org/businesses

• Select schools across the CSRA also will collect food items throughout October.

IMPORTANT SPOOKY DATES TO REMEMBER

• September 30 – Canvassing Day

• October 21 – Food Drop Off Day

• October 31 (Halloween Night) at 11:59pm – Deadline for Virtual Donations

• November 16 – Spooky Celebration and Awards