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Hunger Is Closer Than You Think

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Fighting hunger, fueling futures

More than 10,000 students at 56 local middle and high schools in Northern Virginia rely on Food For Neighbors for food support. Our Red Bag Program unites communities to collect and deliver food directly to schools, ensuring students in need don’t go hungry. What started in Herndon, VA, is now growing across Northern Virginia.

Food For Neighbors is helping students thrive by turning community kindness into nourishing meals.

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HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED

There are lots of great ways to help teens right in your community. Volunteer today and make a difference. 

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Volunteer: As a driver or sorter, you’ll help bring our Red Bag events to life.

The next Red Bag Event IS

JANUARY 17, 2026

Sign up today to volunteer or donate food for our upcoming food collection.

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Give local students

A CHANCE TO SUCCEED.

In Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun counties, among the nation’s wealthiest areas, more than 1 in 4 children face food insecurity.

Many families facing hunger don’t qualify for aid, leaving students without the food they need to learn, grow, and thrive. Your donation provides direct support, fueling their focus and future.

Give local students

A CHANCE TO SUCCEED.

In Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun counties, among the nation’s wealthiest areas, more than 1 in 4 children face food insecurity.

Many families facing hunger don’t qualify for aid, leaving students without the food they need to learn, grow, and thrive. Your donation provides direct support, fueling their focus and future.

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THE RED BAG PROGRAM

FIGHTING HUNGER, ONE BAG AT A TIME

What began with just two schools, 60 households, and 550 lbs of food in 2016 has grown into a powerful community movement. Our mission is to ensure that every teen gets the nourishment they need to thrive. With a compassionate community working alongside us, we are making a difference every day.

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28,615

pounds of food collected at our October 2025 event

701,472

pounds of food collected since 2016

3,400+

households proudly participating

3,800+

volunteers making it all possible

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN YOUR AREA

Food For Neighbors is making a difference throughout Northern Virginia. Learn more about our work in Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun Counties.

Arlington County
Fairfax County
Loudoun County
Arlington County

Our Arlington County team supports seven local middle and high schools, regularly collecting more than 2,500 pounds of food during each event.

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Fairfax County

We began in 2016 in Fairfax County with two local schools and have expanded to include seven sorting sites supporting 38 middle and high schools.

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Loudoun County

Operating from two sorting sites located at local churches, our Loudoun County presence covers 11 schools serving more than 1,900 students.

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PARTNER WITH US

With five different giving levels and endless ways to contribute, it’s never been easier to make a difference in your community. We’re fortunate to have businesses, big and small, share their wonderful community spirit with us. Join our mission as a Food For Neighbors’ Partner.

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You Make a Difference

Your generosity fills the hearts of those touched by your kindness.

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DIRECTOR OF STUDENT SERVICES

“The food nourishes not only their bellies, but also their souls. It gives them hope. It shows people in our community that you are seen; you are heard; you are not forgotten. You matter.”

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Located in Northern Virginia. Serving middle and high schools in Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun Counties.

Our EIN: 81-3736063

Our Mailing Address:
12020 Sunrise Valley Drive, Suite 100, Reston, VA 20191

Please note: this is a mailing address only; it is not a physical location for receiving or dropping off food.

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© 2025 Food For Neighbors // Food for Neighbors® is a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) public charity and your donation is tax-deductible under U.S. tax law. To claim a donation as an itemized deduction on your taxes, please keep your email donation receipt that we will send you. Any funds raised in excess of our goal for any particular project will be automatically applied to the other ongoing work of Food For Neighbors.