East Central Reporter

The Illinois Deer Donation Program is once again facilitating the provision of lean protein to residents and families in Illinois. This initiative connects hunters, meat processors, and food pantries.

The program aims to address food insecurity by encouraging hunters to donate their harvested deer. By doing so, it helps ensure that individuals and families in need have access to nutritious meals.

Hunters participating in this program can bring their deer to designated meat processors. The processed venison is then distributed through local food pantries, reaching those who require assistance.

This marks the third donation season for the program under the "Hunters Feeding Illinois" banner. The collaboration between various stakeholders underscores a community effort to tackle hunger issues across the state.