Partnerships are what make the mission of South Carolina Hunters for the Hungry possible. Recently, York Electric Cooperative stepped forward with a generous donation to support the program’s work turning donated deer into nutritious meals for families facing food insecurity across South Carolina.
York Electric Cooperative serves more than 70,000 members across York, Chester, Cherokee, and Lancaster counties. Like many electric cooperatives, their mission extends beyond providing reliable power. They are deeply invested in strengthening the communities they serve, and this contribution reflects that commitment.
Their support will help cover the cost of processing donated deer from hunters in their service area. Once processed, the venison is distributed through food banks, shelters, and community partners that serve families in need. Venison is a lean, healthy source of protein, and for many food programs it provides a high-quality meat option that would otherwise be difficult to afford.
Programs like South Carolina Hunters for the Hungry rely on a network of partnerships to function. Hunters donate deer, processors prepare the meat, and organizations across the state help distribute it to those who need it most. Contributions from partners like York Electric Cooperative help ensure that these donations can be processed and delivered where they will have the greatest impact.
Each year, thousands of pounds of venison move through this network, providing meals to individuals and families across South Carolina. Behind every pound is a chain of generosity — hunters willing to give, processors willing to serve, and community partners stepping up to help make the system work.
York Electric Cooperative’s investment strengthens that entire chain. Their partnership ensures that more donated deer can be processed and that more meals will reach families throughout the cooperative’s service area.
At its core, the program represents the best of South Carolina’s outdoor tradition. Hunters respect the resource, communities come together, and generosity turns conservation into compassion.
South Carolina Hunters for the Hungry is grateful for the continued partnership of York Electric Cooperative and for the hunters, processors, and community organizations who make this mission possible every season.
