Farmers Feeding Families
Hunger impacts individuals and families across the state, but farmers and ranchers are stepping up to make a difference. Farmers Feeding Families is a program that empowers County Farm Bureaus to make a difference in the fight against hunger.
Through partnerships with food banks, shelters, and other community aid organizations, Farmers Feeding Families turns the generosity of farmers and ranchers into tangible support for individuals and families. The program focuses on local communities, ensuring that help goes directly where it’s needed most.
This initiative is coordinated by the Young Farmer & Rancher Advisory Committee.
How It Works
Farmers Feeding Families encourages County Farm Bureaus to:
- Donate livestock: County Farm Bureaus can donate livestock (cattle, hogs, sheep, goats, poultry) to local organizations.
- Volunteer time: Log volunteer hours spent helping with food collection, distribution, or preparation.
- Make a monetary donation: Any financial contribution to local food distribution organizations is welcomed.
- Donate food items: This includes canned goods, fresh vegetables, or other non-perishable items.
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out this FAQ handout for more information about Farmers Feeding Families.
Get Involved
Join the effort and help reduce hunger in your community. Whether you’re a County Farm Bureau, a local farmer or rancher, or someone who wants to make a difference, Farmers Feeding Families welcomes your support.
Together, we can turn the bounty of agriculture into a source of strength for our communities.
Contact Us:
For more information, contact youngfarmers@txfb.org or call 254.399.5021.
County Farm Bureau Reporting
County Farm Bureaus will fill out an online form to submit any type of donation (protein, time, money, and other foods). The form will also have information about how to be reimbursed for processing fees.
2026 Reporting
The 2026 Farmers Feeding Program runs Jan. 1-Dec. 31, 2026. Counties must submit donations by Jan. 14, 2027 using this form.
Only County Farm Bureau leaders or Texas Farm Bureau Field Staff should submit this information.
Donations
In 2025, 75 county Farm Bureaus donated a total of 25,509 pounds of protein and 8,262 other food items with a value of $17,685.86, along with $39,379 and 434 hours of time, to 163 local organizations.
