Working to deliver One Million Protein-Rich Meals a Day to those in need.

We make sure families who rely on hunger relief organizations can source healthy animal proteins and put nutritious meals on the table.  

About Us

About HATCH

We're on our way to becoming the most reliable source of animal protein to food banks and food pantries across America. Many hunger relief organizations fill immediate needs, but HATCH is different.

By stocking animal protein, HATCH is able to provide families with the option to choose complete nutrition over empty calories. HATCH has built a model that has been proven. Going forward we have a vision — the 1, 2, 3 Vision.

1

Million Meals
Per Day

We will deliver one million protein-rich meals per day to American families by 2028.

2x

the amount of protein available

We will double the percentage of animal protein available at Food Banks in America.

3x

Protein Awareness

Through an education campaign, HATCH will triple the awareness around protein and how it can positively impact our future generations.

How It Works

Here's How Together We Make a Difference

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How HATCH 
Operates

HATCH is a national movement with amazing partners. We work with food banks, farms, and our sponsors to help deliver protein-rich meals to families in need.

Supply

HATCH sources eggs, chicken, turkey, beef and pork from local farms and processors
on a cost+ basis.

Demand

We work directly with 106 food banks and 30,000+ pantries in 38 states to deliver protein at or below food bank budgets.

Logistics

Our experienced team oversees all logistics to streamline delivery and manage the entire supply chain, from farm to food bank.

Low cost for families

This results in a sustainable, efficient, protein-rich supply chain.

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The HATCH Impact

What makes HATCH so unique is our sustainable protein delivery model. Here’s what we’ve accomplished in 2024:

100 Million Meals

delivered to families in need that are rich in healthy protein.

30,000 Pantries

supplied with protein-rich options throughout 38 states.

$50 Million Saved

by families last year  due to access to cost-free eggs and meat.

Partnership

Our Partners

"People really want protein. We at Gleaners are so appreciate of our relationship with HATCH because eggs are such a great form of protein. They're versatile, available, familiar.

We couldn't do what we do without HATCH
and are optimistic that together, we can successfully address food insecurity in America."

— Fred Glass, CEO, Gleaners Food Bank
FAQ

Learn more about Hatch and the impact of our model

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What is HATCH?

HATCH is a 501 c3 non-profit that connects farmers and protein producers to food-insecure individuals and families through food banks. No other organization is doing what HATCH does. By creating consistent access to complete protein, the HATCH protein delivery model changes diets and improves nutritional health and delivers lifelong impacts.

What makes the HATCH operating model sustainable?

HATCH has a shared value model that has delivered 20x growth in three years. Specifically, HATCH manages all logistics to source eggs, chicken, turkey, beef and pork from local farms and processors on a cost+ basis and deliver food banks at or below food bank budgets. Based on our growth and success so far, scaling this model can triple our impact by 2028.

What is the Million Meals a Day Movement?

HATCH is launching a strategic fundraising effort aimed at scaling our protein delivery model and expanding our reach. Investing in this movement focuses on long-term investments that enhance HATCH’s capabilities and allow us to deliver 1 million protein rich meals per day, 2X protein availability, and 3X protein advocacy.

What is the difference between a food bank and a food pantry?

Food banks serve as the backbone of America's hunger system, acting as sourcing and distribution centers. Food pantries, on the other hand, are the "last mile," where individuals and families access food, nutrition, and support for healthier lives.

Both play vital roles in working toward a more food-secure society.

Why give to HATCH if I donate to my local food bank?

Local food banks provide hunger relief — and we are proud to contribute. The HATCH difference is that in addition to feeding families today, our model creates nutrition security and changes diet habits to support lifelong health.

As we scale and expand our reach, the impact of protein-rich meals has the potential to transform community health for generations.

FAQ

Read our 2024 Annual Report

In the year ahead, HATCH intends to build more partnerships within the egg industry and attract young workers looking for jobs that make a positive difference in people’s lives. Read more of our annual report at the link below.
View the Annual Report

Let's work together

We’re scaling to provide one million protein-rich meals daily to families in need. This is a transformation that will affordably double protein availability in America’s food assistance network for generations. To achieve this, WE NEED YOUR HELP!

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