Wyoming Hunters Donated Game to Feed Locals
The Food from the Field program has provided over 78,000 pounds of wild game to address food insecurity since 2020.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Hunting
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Between 2020 and 2024, Wyoming hunters donated 78,529 pounds of wild game meat through the Food from the Field program. This initiative helps combat food insecurity by distributing processed deer and elk to food banks across the state.
Why it matters
The program provides a sustainable and local solution to food insecurity in Wyoming by leveraging the state's hunting tradition. By turning game into usable food, it supports both local families and wildlife management goals.
Since launching in 2020, the Food from the Field program has processed 78,529 pounds of meat. All donated deer and elk are subject to chronic wasting disease testing before distribution.
The players
Food from the Field
This Wyoming-based program facilitates the donation of wild game meat to support state food banks.
The details
Hunters participate by transporting their harvest to approved meat processors, where the game is prepared for the food bank system. While donors can contribute individual packages or entire animals, they also have the option to provide financial support to cover processing fees.
Timeline
The Food from the Field program launched in 2020.
A total of 78,529 pounds of meat was donated from 2020 through 2024.
Culture Shift
The Food from the Field program aligns with the growth of wild game donation programs in Western states, which seek to bridge the gap between outdoor recreation and public service. This shift reflects a broader societal movement to utilize sustainable, local food sources to address regional nutritional needs.
Residents struggling with food access can find support through the network of food banks supplied by these donations. Hunters looking to contribute should coordinate directly with participating local meat processors to ensure proper handling and testing.
The takeaway
Donating wild game is a practical way for hunters to directly support their local communities. Check with local processors to see if they are set up to handle donations in your specific area.
Further reading
Learn more about local conservation and sportsman initiatives on the Wyoming Hunting section.
More information
For details on how to donate or participate, visit the Food from the Field website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Sheridan Media.
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