35 YEARS OF
TACKLING HUNGER
What started as a simple prayer from a youth group in Columbia, South Carolina has grown into a nationwide movement that mobilizes thousands of groups to fight hunger in their own communities.
OUR STORY
A TIMELINE OF IMPACT
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1990
It began with a simple prayer from a youth group in Columbia, South Carolina.
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2000
Souper Bowl of Caring became a national movement, engaging communities in every state.
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2010
Impact surpassed $10 million and the movement continued to grow across the country.
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2020
Celebrated 30 years of caring and released the Tackle Hunger Map to connect more people and needs.
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2025
Impact tops $220 million in support for food charities — and we're just getting started.
From one community to a national movement — our journey is a story of empowerment, youth, and communities coming together to tackle hunger.
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35
YEARS OF IMPACT
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$220M+
RAISED SINCE 1990
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Millions
OF LIVES IMPACTED
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WHAT GUIDES US
OUR VALUES
These core values guide everything we do and inspire us to keep fighting hunger — together.
Compassion
We care about people and believe everyone deserves access to healthy food.
Community
We bring people together to strengthen communities and create lasting change.
Empowerment
We empower youth and communities to take action and lead the way forward.
Integrity
We are honest, transparent, and accountable in all that we do.
Hope
We believe in a hunger-free future and work every day to make it a reality.
TOGETHER,
We can build a food secure tomorrow.
Every action — big or small — creates a lasting impact.
