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HUNGER ACTION MONTH
Central Bank of the Ozarks

Special thanks to presenting sponsor Central Bank! You can donate to Hunger Action Month at your local Central Bank branch.
Five Pound Apparel

Look for our Hunger Action Month T-shirts for sale online at Five Pound Apparel. Wear your shirt in September and tag us on social media when you do!
Gold Mountain Communications

Gold Mountain is hosting a storefront food & fund drive at both Springfield Hy-Vee locations on September 16.
Holmes & Griffeth

Special thanks to Holmes and Griffeth Financial Planners for their support as our presenting sponsor of Empty Bowls!
Mama Jean's Natural Market

On September 17-21, $1 from every Ambrosia Wave smoothie purchased at Mama Jean's supports Ozarks Food Harvest.
McDonald's

Enjoy your favorites at participating Springfield McDonald's locations on Hungerthon Day, September 14th. A portion of proceeds will support Ozarks Food Harvest.
Neighbor's Mill Bakery & Cafe

Grab a pumpkin muffin from Neighbor's Mill this September to benefit The Food Bank.
Papa Johns

Use code FOODOZ for 30% off your regular price menu item and Papa Johns will donate 10% of the discounted price to Ozarks Food Harvest.
Panera Bread

Stop by Panera Bread on S Campbell Ave to buy exclusive bowls at our Empty Bowls fundraiser, October 1st from 3:00-7:00pm.
Smithfield Foods

Smithfield Foods is hosting an employee fundraiser throughout the month of September. Special thanks to these generous folks.
Hy-Vee

Hy-Vee is generously hosting Gold Mountain Communication's food & fund drive on September 16th at both Springfield locations.

Year-round community partners

Upcoming Events & Partnerships

Kickapoo High School Fall Festival

Kickapoo High School hosts a fall festival that benefits Ozarks Food Harvest each year in October.
Check Out Hunger

Make a difference while you shop for groceries. From Nov. 1 – Dec. 31, you can round up to the nearest dollar or add a $1, $3 or $5 tax-free donation for Ozarks Food Harvest when you check out at participating grocery stores.
Scouting for Food

In November, Scouts will conduct neighborhood and storefront drives to benefit the pantries of southwest Missouri.
Turkey Trot

Participants are encouraged to donate seven nonperishable food items for The Food Bank when they pick up registration materials or on the morning of the event!
Giving Tuesday

Support The Food Bank on this worldwide day of giving and double your impact with matches from local community partners.
Holiday Helpings

Help provide meals to families facing hunger this holiday season.
Food Fight

February 26-March 11, 2027, help Springfield Public Schools compete to raise meals and win the title of Food Fight Champions!
Lent Food Drive

During Lent, help provide meals for our neighbors facing hunger by hosting a Lent Food Drive at your church or business. February 10-March 27, participate by hosting a food drive to collect nonperishable food items or host an online fundraiser.
Stamp Out Hunger

Every second Saturday in May, local postal carriers help to collect donations from porches and mailboxes for the year's largest food drive.
Summer Harvest

Hunger doesn't take a summer break. Help us connect children and families to nourishing meals this summer through our Summer Harvest campaign and events. 2026 details coming soon.
Splash & Sizzle

From Memorial Day until Labor Day, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. daily, admission to all Springfield-Greene County Park Board outdoor pools is $1 or free when you bring a canned food item.
Tremendicon

A portion of profits from this three-day multimedia creators convention will support The Food Bank. Join the fun May 28-30, 2027.
Springfield Restaurant Week

Visit participating restaurants from in July and a portion of sales from special menus will benefit Ozarks Food Harvest.
United Way Day of Caring

Keep an eye out for volunteers collecting nonperishable food items for Ozarks Food Harvest at both Springfield Hy-Vee locations!
Ozarks Food Harvest Month

When you donate blood during the month of June, CBCO will triple the value of your LifePoints donation to Ozarks Food Harvest.
Arvest Million Meals

With your help, Arvest Bank hopes to provide more than 1 million meals for hunger-relief charities in their service area from April 1 - May 31. Make a difference by donating through the Arvest Go mobile app, online at arvest.com/millionmeals or in person at any Arvest branch location.
Rapid Robert's

Purchase your favorite fountain drink in the Hope Cup and a portion of proceeds benefits Ozarks Food Harvest.