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THE 42ND ANNUAL HUNGER WALK RUN

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/26/26

STEP UP TO FIGHT HUNGER WITH THE ATLANTA COMMUNITY FOOD BANK


Registration NOW OPEN for the annual Hunger Walk Run happening on March 15

Prepare to get in your steps and fight food insecurity with the annual Hunger Walk Run, benefiting the Atlanta Community Food Bank and five other local hunger relief organizations. In its 42nd year, the community event is scheduled for Sunday, March 15, 2026, from Noon to 4 pm at The Home Depot Backyard (1 Backyard Way, Atlanta, GA 30313). The hybrid 5K event also offers a virtual option. Registration and donation opportunities are now open.


Every registration makes a big impact. Each person who registers to walk is helping provide 90 meals, and each runner is helping provide 120 meals for their neighbors. Since its start in 1984, the Hunger Walk Run has raised more than $16 million for hunger relief, enough to provide more than 48 million meals. Individuals of all ages and abilities are welcome to take part in the family-friendly 5K. Participants may join as an individual, family, group, or team. The Walk Run festivities
include music, food vendors, warm-ups, and more! A dedicated Kids Zone offers bounce houses, slides, interactive characters, age-appropriate learning opportunities, and other fun for the youngest attendees. The event happens rain or shine.

“Hunger Walk Run is a highly anticipated event that rallies thousands from our community to take steps toward fighting hunger,” said Kyle Waide, President & CEO of the Atlanta Community Food Bank. “Every person who participates, whether on-site or virtually, helps make a difference, and their support enables the Food Bank and other benefitting organizations to connect our neighbors in need with nutritious food and vital resources.”


The Atlanta Community Food Bank is facing the highest demand for food assistance since the pandemic, making this year’s event more critical than ever. Participants can join in person or virtually to support the cause.

Go Virtual

The virtual Hunger Walk Run allows you to participate anywhere, anytime. Every step counts on March 15 or whenever runners and walkers want to get involved. The event page features outdoor trails that participants may visit — or walking in your neighborhood, on your treadmill, or spinning on your bike are other great ways to show support!


Participants are encouraged to keep the energy of Hunger Walk Run going by posting photos, tagging the Food Bank (@ACFB on Instagram and Twitter), using the hashtag HRW2026, and sharing why you support the cause.

Register Now


Online registration is available through 12 pm on Friday, March 13. The rates for online registration are $30 for walkers, $40 for runners, $25 for virtual participants who pick up their shirts, and $32 for virtual participants who wish to have their shirts mailed to them. Walk-up registration will also be available for an additional $5 per entry type. For more information about the Hunger Walk Run, email hungerwalk@acfb.org or call (404) 419-1723.


The Atlanta Community Food Bank is the Southeast’s largest food bank and, throughout the year, connects thousands of people with healthy and nutritious food. The organization works with more than 700 nonprofit partners to help fight food insecurity in the communities its serves. For more information about the Atlanta Community Food Bank, including how to help, visit https://www.acfb.org or follow them on Facebook or Instagram.

END HUNGER ONE STEP AT A TIME AT ATLANTA COMMUNITY FOOD BANK’S ANNUAL HUNGER WALK RUN ON MARCH 9 

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/6/25

Make a difference and sign up to help end hunger at the in-person and virtual event 

The Atlanta Community Food Bank invites the community to participate in its 41st annual Hunger Walk Run on March 9. With the Food Bank seeing the highest need for food assistance since the pandemic, this year’s event is critical for raising awareness and funds to combat hunger in metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Participants can join either in person from noon to 4 p.m. at The Home Depot Backyard or virtually. 

“In these challenging times, our annual Hunger Walk Run unites the community to make an impact in the fight against hunger across Atlanta and beyond.  Food insecurity is all around us, and the need is greater than ever,” said Kyle Waide, President & CEO of the Atlanta Community Food Bank. “Every person who participates helps provide nutritious food and vital resources to children, families, seniors, and others in need. This is not just about one day. It’s about inspiring an ongoing commitment to take action and end hunger in our community.” 

Each registered walker helps provide 90 meals, while each runner helps provide 120 meals for our neighbors who are struggling. With 1 in 5 children in Georgia facing food insecurity, every registration makes a significant impact. In its 40 years, Hunger Walk Run has raised more than $15.5 million for hunger relief – enough to help provide more than 46 million meals! 

Online registration is available until March 7 at noon. Registration is $30 for walkers and $40 for runners. Walk-up registration will also be available on the day of the event at a slightly higher rate. 

Hunger Walk Run benefits the Atlanta Community Food Bank and other local nonprofit hunger relief organizations that operate and support food pantries, shelters, community kitchens, senior centers, and childcare centers across metro Atlanta and north Georgia. Participants and donors are encouraged to support the benefiting partner of their choice, allowing for tailored giving while contributing to broader community-wide hunger relief efforts.  

“The Atlanta Community Food Bank plays a crucial role in impacting food insecurity in metro Atlanta and North Georgia, helping families with affordability,” said Jason Cuevas, Vice President of Corporate Responsibility at Georgia Power. “We are proud to support their annual Hunger Walk Run and partner to enhance programs that provide assistance for our neighbors.”  

The Food Bank is grateful for the generous support of its Presenting Sponsors — Georgia Power and Inspire Foundation; Gold Sponsors — Beazer Charity Foundation, The Coca-Cola Company, The Home Depot Backyard, and IHG Hotels & Resorts; and Media Partners – The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Radio One Atlanta, and WXIA-TV 11Alive.  

“One of Inspire Foundation’s focus areas is childhood hunger, so we are proud to support the Atlanta Community Food Bank’s Hunger Walk Run,” said Stuart Brown, Executive Director of Inspire Brands Foundation. “Helping children and families have access to the food they need fuels a child’s potential.”  

The 5K walk and fun run is open to people of all ages and abilities. Participants may register as an individual or team. The event, which takes place rain or shine, will feature music, food vendors, warm-ups, and much more. Participants can stay up to date on the event by downloading the Hunger Walk Run app. The app is free and may be used on iPhone/iPad and Android mobile/tablet by registered participants.  

The Atlanta Community Food Bank is the fourth largest food bank in the country by distribution volume, serving over 715,000 food insecure neighbors. The organization works with more than 700 nonprofit partners to provide healthy and nutritious food to the communities they serve. 

For more information about the Atlanta Community Food Bank, including how you can help, visit www.acfb.org or follow along on Facebook or Instagram.  

ATLANTA COMMUNITY FOOD BANK MAKES STRIDES WITH 40TH ANNUAL HUNGER WALK RUN

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/7/24

Sign up to help end hunger in the community on March 10 with virtual and in-person events

The Atlanta Community Food Bank is inviting the community to take steps together to fight local hunger. The 40th anniversary Hunger Walk Run is scheduled for Sunday, March 10, 2024, and is a hybrid event offering in-person and virtual participation. This year, Laila Ali, Former World Champion Boxer and CEO of Laila Ali Lifestyle, will be in attendance to support the Atlanta Community Food Bank’s mission to fight hunger by engaging, educating and empowering our community.

The in-person event will occur from 12-4 pm at The Home Depot Backyard – 1 Backyard Way, Atlanta, GA 30313. Virtual supporters may join any time on March 10. Online registration is now open and available through 12 pm on March 8, 2024.

“We are thrilled to kick off this year’s Hunger Walk Run that now spans four decades,” said Kyle Waide, President & CEO of the Atlanta Community Food Bank. “The event initially started to help bring various faith communities together and has expanded over the years to unite people of all walks of life and across ages to raise awareness and critical funds for local hunger relief. It’s such an honor to offer this amazing event that enables us to make significant strides in our fight against hunger.”

Every registration makes a significant impact. Each person who registers to walk is helping provide 90 meals, and each runner is helping provide 120 meals for those in need. Throughout the history of the Hunger Walk Run, more than $14.5 million has been raised for hunger relief.

The rates for online registration are $30 for walkers, $40 for runners, $25 for virtual participants who pick up their shirts, and $32 for virtual participants who wish to have their shirts mailed to them. Walk-up registration will also be available at a higher rate.

The 5K event is open to individuals of all ages and abilities. Participants may join as an individual, family, group, or team. In addition to the Walk Run, a family-friendly event livens up the day and features live music, food vendors, warm-ups, and more.

Participants may stay up-to-date on the events by downloading the Hunger Walk Run app. The app is free and may be used on iPhone and Android devices. For more information about the Hunger Walk Run, email hungerwalk@acfb.org or call (404) 419-1723.