Share the Bounty

Hunters for the Hungry

There are several organizations in Ohio fighting hunger by helping hunters donate a portion or all of their venison to folks who need it. The Division of Wildlife wishes to thank you, the Ohio hunter, for making a difference by donating your venison to the hungry of our state.

Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry
To make a donation, contact FHFH in Ohio. Check out what processors are available for that chapter. All our processors will give the FHFH discounted price to the hunter.

Buckmasters: Project Venison
Hunters can donate deer to an approved participating deer processor. A local Second Harvest food bank affiliate will take the meat to one of its various agencies for preparation to feed needy people. The deer processor is paid by the Buckmasters American Deer Foundation through private donations.

SCI Sportsmen Against Hunger
This program helps share nature’s bounty with the hungry. This program is active in all 50 states of the U.S., in parts of Canada , and in several other countries around the world. Deer hunters may donate venison to Ohio food pantries by telephoning 1-800-WILDLIFE Deer meat will be accepted during any of the Ohio deer seasons.

Any butcher/processor interested in participating in this program may contact us at
1-800-WILDLIFE.