In response to rising food and meat prices and the challenges food pantries have in obtaining meat, University of Illinois Extension, along with key partners, launched the Illinois Deer Donation Program in 2022.
Illinois Extension will present a live online webinar summarizing the outcomes of the inaugural program from noon to 12:45 p.m. Wednesday, April 19. Information covered will include pounds of meat donated, number of pantries reached, and plans for next year. Food pantry operators, hunters, conservation agencies, and potential meat processors who want to be involved in future donation programs are encouraged to participate.
Those interested in attending can register at go.illinois.edu/DeerDonationRecap
The Illinois Deer Donation Program is supported by the Health Equity Achieved Together Project, a multi-disciplinary collaboration with University of Illinois SNAP-Ed. The objective of the presentation is to increase awareness of the program and the role food donation plays in the food security of a community.
Participants will gain an understanding of the steps of a successful donation program, and the relationship between hunters, food pantries, and meat processors. There will be time allotted for questions and answers.
For more information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact Caitlin Mellendorf or call 217-877-6042. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting access needs.
—University of Illinois Extension