The Million Meal Marathon is our signature event, and this year we’re celebrating 11 years of fighting hunger at home. Each fall, thousands of Hoosiers come together in this volunteer opportunity to pack meals for our fellow Hoosiers who need a helping hand. New this year: the Million Meal Marathon Tip-Off with the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever! This very special meal packing event will take place at Indiana Farmers Coliseum on Thursday, October 14 from 9 am – 7:30 pm. Starting October 26 through November 19, the Marathon will bring together smaller groups for weekly meal packing events at our Warehouse. Two weekend packs will also be held to accommodate families and small groups.
All meals packed at the Million Meal Marathon benefit hungry Hoosiers and are delivered to food pantries throughout Indiana. We need you to make our 11th Million Meal Marathon a success! 
Fight hunger at home.
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to place an incredible burden on Hoosiers. Food insecurity increased by 53% in Indiana last year, and it’s estimated that nearly 1 in 5 Hoosier kids experience hunger. Imagine an Indiana where everyone can hunger for something greater than their next meal. With your help at the Million Meal Marathon, this can be our reality.
There are 4 ways you can participate in the Million Meal Marathon:
Pack Meals With Us
Looking for a family-friendly or team-building volunteer opportunity in the greater Indianapolis area? Sign up to pack meals with us! This hands-on, high energy volunteer experience will have you packing meals via an assembly line process. Our 2 hour shifts are perfect for individuals, families, friends, and groups to come together through community service. The cost to register is $30 per person. Special family pricing is available for our weekend packs. (We rely on the financial contributions of participants to cover the cost of ingredients.) The process to sign up is easy:
- Visit our Calendar.
- Choose the date you want to pack meals.
- Sign up to pack meals!
Partner With Us
Why should you partner with us as a Million Meal Marathon sponsor?
- You’ll engage employees, family, friends, and youth in a meaningful, hands-on, high-energy volunteer experience.
- You’ll give your company a visible presence in the community.
- You’ll help the hungry at home.
- You’ll enjoy special recognition and benefits depending on your sponsorship level.
We have a variety of sponsorship opportunities depending on your needs and budget. For more information on becoming a partner and the benefits included, call us at 317-863-8655 or email us at info@millionmealmovement.org.
Volunteer With Us
We need your help making the Million Meal Marathon a success! Our M3 Crew members (non-packing volunteers) help us run meal packing shifts, making it possible for our packing participants to donate thousands of hours and distribute millions of meals to the hungry in Indiana. This positive, hands-on volunteer experience is family-friendly and engaging. There is a job for everyone and we welcome families serving together. Ready to sign up?
- Visit our Calendar page.
- Choose the date you want to volunteer.
- Sign up for a M3 Crew (Non-Packing Volunteer) spot.
Support Us With a Donation
We understand that not everyone is able to volunteer in person this year. You can still help us feed Hoosiers that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. With your support, we’ll deliver meals to your Indiana neighbors who struggle with hunger. Every $1 you give provides 3 meals. Donate today!