Ohio’s pig farmers are once again stepping up to support families facing hunger, donating a combined $6,000 to two of the state’s largest food banks to provide nutritious pork to those in need.
Through contributions to the Freestore Foodbank in Greater Cincinnati and the Mid-Ohio Food Collective in central Ohio, the Ohio Pork Council is helping expand access to high-quality protein, one of the most in-demand and hardest-to-source items for food banks. Together, the donations are expected to provide the equivalent of more than 18,000 meals to families across Ohio and the surrounding region.
Supporting families in Greater Cincinnati
In the tri-state region, Ohio’s pig farmers donated $3,000 to the Freestore Foodbank, helping provide approximately 9,000 meals to families across southwest Ohio, Northern Kentucky and Southeast Indiana.
“Demand continues to rise, and support like this is critical to helping us meet the needs of families across our communities,” said Kurt Reiber, CEO of the Freestore Foodbank. “Being able to offer protein, especially pork, goes a long way. It’s something families truly value.”
Protein remains a top priority for families served by the food bank. “When pork is available, it goes quickly,” Reiber said. “It’s something families really need, so being able to put something at the center of the plate makes a real difference.”
The Freestore Foodbank serves 20 counties and supports more than 600 partner pantries and programs across the region.
“We’re proud to support Freestore Foodbank and the important work they do every day,” said Jess Stevens, an Ohio Pork Council and National Pork Board member and pig farmer from Waynesville. “As farmers, we care deeply about making sure families have access to safe, nutritious, and reliable sources of protein. Pork is a versatile, high-quality protein, and we’re honored to help provide something families can put at the center of their table.”
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