Hunters for the Hungry Donates New Deer Processing Trailer to East Texas Food Bank

October 31, 2025 – TYLER — The East Texas Food Bank unveiled a new deer processing trailer this week, donated through the Hunters for the Hungry program — a statewide effort that turns harvested deer into meals for Texans in need.

The mobile trailer, showcased Wednesday, will help streamline the process of collecting, cleaning, and storing venison donations from area hunters during deer season. The program is a partnership between the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and Feeding Texas, which coordinates distribution to local food banks and pantries.

“Venison is a lean, high-protein meat that makes a real difference in the lives of families facing hunger,” said an East Texas Food Bank spokesperson. “This trailer allows us to expand our reach and safely handle more donations.”

Hunters can donate legally harvested deer at participating processors, where the meat is inspected and packaged for distribution. Last year alone, Hunters for the Hungry provided over 800,000 servings of venison statewide.

Officials say the new trailer will be stationed at community events and used across East Texas to boost food supplies for rural pantries. “It’s a win-win,” said TPWD’s outreach coordinator. “Hunters get to give back, and families get quality protein.”