Hunger: Fighting Food Insecurity. Feeding Hope. Strengthening Communities.

Across Connecticut, Lions are committed to addressing hunger and food insecurity in their local communities. Through hands-on service, fundraising, and partnerships, Lions clubs in Districts 23A, 23B, and 23C work year-round to ensure that individuals and families have access to nutritious food when they need it most.

Hunger affects children, seniors, veterans, and working families alike — and Lions respond with compassion, action, and consistency.

Food Drives & Pantry Support: Meeting Immediate Needs

Connecticut Lions regularly organize food drives and pantry collections to support local food banks, pantries, and community meal programs.

These efforts include:

• Collection of non-perishable food items

• Seasonal and holiday food drives

• Support for town and regional food pantries

• Distribution of emergency food supplies

Lions often coordinate these efforts with schools, businesses, and community groups, helping maximize donations and reach those most in need.

Community Meals & Meal Programs

In addition to food drives, many Lions clubs support or participate in community meal programs, ensuring access to warm, nutritious meals for those facing food insecurity.

Lions support hunger relief through:

• Sponsoring or serving at community meals

• Supporting soup kitchens and meal sites

• Assisting senior nutrition programs

• Helping fund meal preparation and food distribution

These programs provide nourishment — and just as importantly, dignity, connection, and care.

Supporting Children & Families

Lions recognize that hunger directly impacts children’s health, learning, and overall well-being. Across the districts, Lions support programs designed to help children and families access consistent nutrition.

These initiatives include:

• School backpack and weekend food programs

• Support for family food distributions

• Holiday meal assistance for families in need

• Partnerships with schools and youth organizations

By addressing hunger early, Lions help children thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

Emergency & Crisis Response

During times of crisis — such as severe weather, economic hardship, or unexpected emergencies — Connecticut Lions step in to provide immediate food assistance.

Emergency hunger relief efforts include:

• Rapid-response food collections

• Distribution of essential supplies

• Support for displaced individuals and families

• Collaboration with emergency response organizations

These efforts ensure communities are supported when they are most vulnerable.

A United Hunger Relief Effort Across Districts A, B, and C

Together, Connecticut Lions:

• Address food insecurity through hands-on service

• Support local and regional hunger relief organizations

• Provide consistent assistance to vulnerable populations

• Strengthen communities through compassion and partnership

Through coordinated efforts statewide, Lions help ensure that no one in Connecticut goes hungry.

Hunger Call to Action

Help Feed a Neighbor. Strengthen a Community.
Join the Connecticut Lions in the fight against hunger by supporting food drives, meal programs, and hunger relief initiatives in your community.

👉 Learn how you can serve through hunger relief projects with your local Lions club.