Feed The Country Dallas: A Nationwide Day of Volunteering to Pack Meals

Join Feed The Country on 9/19: pack meals with your neighbors to fight hunger in your community, as part of a nationwide day of service.
About this Event

Please read through all of these instructions before registering.
Overview
Feed The Country is a nationwide day of service where over 100 Feed The City events happen simultaneously in communities across the country, all on one morning, all with one mission.

Feed The Country – A Nationwide Meal-Packing Movement by Tango Charities

Why We're Doing This

Millions of people across the country face hunger every single day. Feed The Country exists to prove that when communities show up together, on the same day, in the same spirit, we can make a real dent in that problem. On Saturday, September 19, 2026, volunteers in cities nationwide will gather for one purpose: making sure our neighbors have a meal. One city, one morning, one country coming together to fight hunger.

Join us for Feed The Country, a hands-on volunteer experience where individuals, families, and groups come together to make a difference, one meal at a time. In just two hours, we'll assemble an incredible amount of meals for those experiencing food insecurity in our community, as part of a single coordinated day of action happening in cities across America.

🧡 What to Expect

At this event, you'll gather around tables with other volunteers to make sandwiches, pack lunch sacks, and spread some kindness. It's simple, impactful, and fun for all ages!

We encourage you to wear orange to show your support (optional), tie your hair back, and wear bleach-safe clothing.

✅ Key Details Before Registering

• All participants ages 18+ must register individually below.
• Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, with a required 5:1 youth-to-adult ratio.
• This is a one-day, one-time event happening Saturday, September 19, 2026.
• We ask everyone attending (any age) to bring enough supplies to make 25–30 meals. See the list below for item details.

🛒 What to Bring

Please bring all items listed below to make 25–30 complete meal kits. If you're attending with a group, each person should bring their own full set of items, we do not recommend splitting the list among group members.

When shopping, refer to the serving size on the product's nutrition label to help estimate quantities.

Each person should bring (PLEASE SEE THE FULL GRAPHIC BELOW):

• Sliced Bread
  – Preferably wheat or whole grain for healthier meals
• Deli Meat
  – Pre-packaged turkey, chicken, or ham (organic and preservative-free preferred)
  – No deli counter meat allowed
• Sliced Cheese
  – Pre-packaged, real sliced cheese (not processed cheese products)
• Yellow Mustard
  – Only standard yellow mustard (no spicy mustard or mayo)
• Tangerines
  – Halos, Cuties, or other easy-to-peel varieties
• Chips
  – Large, sharable bags made with healthier ingredients and oils
  – Avoid individual snack bags
• Sandwich Bags
  – Zip-top bags only (no fold-over style)

🕘 Event Schedule

• Arrival Time: 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
• Event Begins: 9:00 AM
• Duration: Approximately 2 hours

🥪 Can't Attend in Person?

You can still support the cause by dropping off completed lunch sacks containing:

• One bottle of water
• One granola bar
• Two tangerines OR one apple (in a zip-top bag)
• One tuna pouch OR applesauce cup
• A handwritten positive note or drawing on the outside of the bag

Unpacked food donations are also welcome at the event site.

💬 FAQs

• Do I need to register?
  Yes. All participants 18+ must register. RSVP on Facebook is also encouraged.
• Can I bring friends or a group?
  Absolutely! Just ensure each person brings a full set of supplies.
• Is there an age limit?
  No! Feed The Country is for all ages. Kids must be supervised.
• Can I leave early?
  Yes. You're welcome to stay for as long as you're able.
• Can I donate money instead of items?
  We prefer product donations so we can assemble meals on-site.

🔁 Want to Keep the Momentum Going?

Feed The Country is just one day, but hunger doesn't stop after September 19. Interested in making this a monthly event in your community? Visit to learn how to launch a Feed The City event where you live.

Want to find another event near you happening on Feed The Country day or in the months ahead? Visit .