MOUNT VERNON — Food For The Hungry (FFTH) invites service clubs across Knox County to participate in a service clubs competition to raise funds for the 43rd annual FFTH campaign.

FFTH’s 2024 goal is $330,000 to support families in need during the holidays and throughout the year. The campaign aims to provide essential food assistance to community members facing hunger in Knox County.

Through this exciting and collaborative effort, service clubs have the unique opportunity to help multiply their impact. Every $1 donated equals $4.56 in buying power at the Mid-Ohio Food Collective, allowing donations to stretch further and feed more people in need.

“We’re incredibly excited to see the community come together once again to support this important cause,” said Kathy Brechler, director of Food For The Hungry. “This is a great way for local clubs to make a direct impact on families in Knox County, especially during the holiday season when so many are struggling.”

How to participate

  1. Start Collecting Funds Today: Clubs can begin collecting donations immediately. The collection period runs through Dec. 9.
  2. Submit Your Funds: Deliver your donations in an envelope to WRP CPAs, located at 1684 Venture Drive, Suite B, Mount Vernon. Mark the envelope clearly with the organization’s name and indicate that the funds are for Food For The Hungry.
  3. Recognition and Live Broadcast: All participating clubs will be recognized during the Dec. 13 Food For The Hungry LIVE broadcast. The club raising the most funds will be able to send a representative to be featured on the live broadcast at the Memorial Building.

This Friendly Competition offers service clubs a fantastic opportunity to support the community while fostering a sense of camaraderie and purpose during the holidays.

Let’s work together to help end hunger in Knox County.

Follow FFTH on Facebook (@FoodForTheHungryKnoxCounty) and Instagram (@FFTHCares) to stay up to date on all things FFTH.

To learn more about FFTH, donate, or find photos, videos, and more, visit www.FoodForTheHungryCares.org. To volunteer with FFTH, call or text Brechler at (740)-409-1866 or email Director@FoodForTheHungryCares.org. 

FFTH LIVE begins on Friday, Dec. 13, at 9 A.M. and continues until 4 P.M. FFTH LIVE will be available on 100.9 FM and 93.7 HD2 – WMVO, with video stream at www.mvnu.tv and the FFTH Facebook page.

Daily updates will be given on 90.9 WNZR, 93.7 The Super Q, and FFTH social media. FFTH LIVE will air from the Memorial Theater in Knox Memorial on East High Street in Mount Vernon.

This is a Knox County tradition you won’t want to miss.