Ohio hunters donated 1,017 harvested white-tailed deer to local food banks to benefit Ohioans in need during the 2014-2015 season that ended Feb. 1. The ODNR Division of Wildlife works together with Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH) to assist with the processing costs associated with donating venison to a food bank. The program allows for subsidy grants to be provided in allotments that are matched with funds generated or collected by local Ohio FHFH chapters.

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For general inquiries, contact: Jamey Emmert, Division of Wildlife at (330) 245-3020 or for county statistics and other information related to donations, contact Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry at (866) 438-3434.