HALL HUNGER INITIATIVE
Working with community partners to build a just and sustainable food system.
Creating Food Security in the Miami Valley
Founded in 2015 by Tony Hall, the Hall Hunger Initiative is committed to working with community partners to eliminate hunger in the Miami Valley. While our roots are in Dayton, Ohio, we recognize that hunger doesn’t stop at city limits. With a focus on the entire Miami Valley, we strive to provide a holistic solution to the pervasive issue of food insecurity.
Why Local Food?
Creates good jobs
Reduces hunger by increasing the supply of healthy food
Better for the environment since it’s not shipped thousands of miles
Fresh food is more nutritious
It just tastes better!
Tony Hall Visits Ukraine
Read about Ambassador Hall’s recent visit to Ukraine and meeting with President Zelinsky.
The Hall Hunger Initiative is dedicated to transforming the system that perpetuates hunger.
Our goal is to provide sustainable solutions and improve food sovereignty in our region.
We believe we can eliminate hunger in our community through collective action and by addressing its root causes.
Our Focus
From microgrants supporting local food actions to raising awareness about legislative policy to promoting racial equity, we are committed to making a difference in our community. Explore our services and join us in our mission to build a just and sustainable food system in the Miami Valley.
Addressing Root Causes
We address the root causes of hunger by providing our community with education, leadership and services that advance food justice issues. To achieve this, we work collaboratively to create sustainable, long-term solutions to improve our regional food system.
How We Work
We believe taking action is the key to alleviating hunger and promoting food security. Our diverse range of programs is designed to inform, advocate, and support an improved regional food system. We approach our work with three focus areas:
Leadership
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Convening
Advocacy
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Education
Direct
Community
Support
Our Projects
Funding
Opportunities
There’s powerful work around food justice being done by small groups, but they are often limited by a lack of resources. HHI offers one-time funding through our microgrant project.
Funding is for projects promoting food security and access, which may include emergency repairs, equipment purchases, technology, training, staff, and one-time unexpected expenses. We encourage collaboration, sustainability, and measurable results in the projects we support. Our goal is to remove barriers so these groups can thrive.
Racial Wealth Gap Simulation
As a way to examine the root cause of hunger, HHI presents the Racial Wealth Gap simulation to demonstrate how federal policies have created structural inequalities, increasing hunger and poverty in communities of color.
This simulation is a powerful tool to facilitate challenging conversations about race and inequality. We offer this workshop to workplaces, churches, community groups and other interested organizations.
Miami Valley Community
ID Program
The Miami Valley Community ID (MVCID) Program ensures that all community members have access to a non-government-issued ID, an essential resource for accessing basic services.
Thanks to a dedicated coalition, more than 1,100 ID cards have been issued. This program is a perfect example of government, church, and non-profits coming together to meet an underserved population's needs.
The Gem City Market Project
Community-Driven Fresh Food Access
One of our most significant endeavors is our involvement with the Gem City Market. This innovative project is bringing fresh and healthy food to a previously underserved area.
We've been actively supporting this community project and are continually seeking ways to bolster local growers, ensuring a steady supply of fresh, locally sourced produce.
Our Community Partners
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Raising Awareness & Support
To keep our community informed and engaged, we publish a weekly email newsletter. By sharing stories, news, and legislative updates, we raise awareness about the hunger issue and inspire collective action.
