The Bushels for Hunger program has kicked off its 15th year. Illinois Quad City area farmers are helping families by donating bushels of grain at participating elevators from now until January 31st, 2025.
Proceeds from the grain sales will benefit the River Bend Food Bank and food pantries throughout the Quad City area. Since 2010, area farmers have donated more than $324,000 and provided 1.6 million meals to those in need. The Bushels for Hunger program is a good way for local farmers to give back to the community.
To donate, contact one of the following grain elevators and ethanol plants: Atkinson Grain, Big River Resources, Cargill, CHS, Gold Star FS, Hillsdale Elevator, and River Valley Cooperative. For more information, contact the Mercer County Farm Bureau.