Celebrating National Volunteer Month: Honoring the People Behind the Mission

As we celebrate National Volunteer Month, we are proud to recognize the incredible individuals and groups who give their time, energy, and compassion to support our mission. Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do, and their dedication helps make our work possible each and every day.

From sorting and packing food to distributing fresh produce at our food fairs, assisting in the garden, and welcoming neighbors with kindness and care, our volunteers have made a meaningful impact across our community throughout the years. Every hour served helps bring nourishment, hope, and dignity to families facing food insecurity.

Let’s take a closer look at the remarkable contributions of our volunteers over the past few months:

Students from Episcopal High School volunteering at our Food Fair at The Orange Show

January:

In January, a total of 157 volunteers generously donated their time, amounting to an impressive 477 hours of service. Among these dedicated individuals, standout groups included St. Pius X High School and Episcopal High School, who volunteered 4 days of the month, giving a total of 153 hours!

Students from Second Baptist High School washing produce collected from the garden.

February:

February was another wonderful month of volunteering, with 93 volunteers stepping up to the plate and dedicating a total of 314 hours. We welcomed incredible teams from Regeneron and Precision Drilling to the garden, Phillips 66 and Hines gave 51 hours of their time at our Food Fairs, and DT Midstream assisted at our monthly Second Servings distribution.

Volunteers from TechnipFMC hard at work weeding!

March:

As spring approached, the momentum continued, with 183 volunteers rallying together to provide support where it was needed most. These dedicated individuals contributed 586 hours of service, with standout groups including Second Baptist High School, TechnipFMC, and the incredible volunteers from The Church of Latter Day Saints.

Thanks to Gartner for showing up, even in the rain, to make sure our clients get the food they need.

Overall:

In the first quarter of 2026, we have been fortunate to receive the support of 433 volunteers who have collectively donated an astounding 1,377 hours of their time. Their efforts have made a tangible difference in the lives of countless individuals and families facing food insecurity, providing them with nourishment, hope, and dignity.

This National Volunteer Month, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every volunteer who has contributed to our cause this year and every year before. Your kindness, generosity, and unwavering dedication inspire us all to continue working towards a hunger-free future for our community.

To learn more about how you can get involved with Target Hunger and make a difference in the lives of those in need, visit our volunteer page or reach out to our Volunteer Manager. Together, we can create lasting change and build a brighter tomorrow for all!