Dallas has risen to #2 in child poverty and DISD estimates that 145,000 of the 154,000 enrolled students may not have a meal after they leave school. Annually, Hunger Busters provides over 350,000 meals to 11 schools and 6 after school programs to address this need head-on.
We are not a food bank, and we do not serve soon-to-be expired or damaged food. All of our meals are made daily and served fresh to the children. As the students dismiss for the day, teachers, volunteers and the school staff ensure they take home a quality meal that is not just tasty, but healthy!
Make a DonationHunger Busters helps boost school attendance, test scores and classroom behavior. We solve a problem that when not addressed becomes a larger issue as school-aged children become adults. We function because of loyal volunteers who make the meals daily, as well as through private donations and corporate sponsorships.
Become a Corporate Sponsor
When a growing child is adequately nourished, their physical and psychological health is enhanced – leading to a better quality-of-life and future opportunities. Dallas is the second most food insecure city in Texas, but with your generous donation, you can help make a lifelong impact and lasting change in our community.
We are a small non-profit that is not affiliated with a state or national organization, which usually serve as a backbone for many charities. With your help, we are providing a much-needed service to an underserved population in our own backyard. Corporate sponsors can make a one-time donation or yearly/recurring donation.
The 92% of DISD students who are food insecure receive subsidized food. When food is provided, it is not healthy but pre-packaged, high in sodium, and filled with preservatives. Hunger Busters only provides fresh food that includes a sandwich, milk, and veggie/fruit/cookie side. Help us assemble and deliver our nutritious meals!
Each year we host several fundraising events to spread awareness in our community and give others a chance to give back to Hunger Busters. Hunger Busters is leading the charge to mitigate the childhood hunger epidemic running rampant in the Dallas communities, and the success of our organization relies on community awareness.
