Smithfield Foods ‘Hunger Relief Day’ at the State Fair Raises 170,000 Meals for North Carolina Families
State’s largest single-day food drive has provided over 5.8 million meals since 1993 RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Smithfield Foods Hunger Relief Day at the State Fair again brought thousands of fairgoers together to help combat rising food insecurity across North Carolina. And through their generosity, this year’s drive raised an incredible 170,000 meals for local families facing hunger. "We’re deeply grateful to Smithfield Foods and everyone who attended the State Fair in support of neighbors facing hunger across North Carolina,” said Food Bank President & CEO Amy Beros. "At a time when so many more families are struggling with the rising cost of living, events like these remind us what’s possible when our community comes together.” The Food Bank’s continued partnership with Smithfield Foods has made millions of meals available to local families. Thanks to their…
