Hunger Is Closer Than You Think
Fighting hunger, fueling futures
More than 8,700 students at 53 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.
HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED
There are lots of great ways to help teens right in your community. Volunteer today and make a difference.
The next Red Bag Event IS
APRIL 26, 2025
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.
32,342
pounds of food collected at our March 2025 event
636,001+
pounds of food collected since 2016
3,200+
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.