Feed the Hungry of Auburn was formed in 1992. Throughout the last 30 years we have continued to grow our presence in the greater Auburn community and Placer County. As we move into 2025, we continue to execute our plans of service and support for those most in need.
We originally joined the cadre of businesses and individuals that purchased 4H, FFA, and independent livestock project animals at the Gold Country Fair, Junior Livestock Auction. Because we were very small, our participation that initial year was limited to bidding on just a few animals and resulted in the purchase of one hog the first year. From that tiny mustard-seed beginning, we have grown to now donate thousands of pounds of meat for all area food closets that serve hundreds of families and individuals throughout the area. Included in that yield are many animal donations from generous auction participants. The most unique aspect of our model is how many organizations and individuals each dollar spent touches.
First and foremost, the youngster that successfully completed their project and met all the requirements for the auction process is rewarded by the cash purchase. In many cases the profits will be used for future educational opportunities such as college or trade school. From there the list touches many organizations and individuals:
- Transportation receives payment for moving the animals to slaughter, then to final processing
- Our USDA Processor, Country Butcher, provides the cut and wrap services
- Then to our distribution to food closets, shelters and recovery missions
- And finally, to the hundreds of families that receive this meat that is vital to their food security.