Denny’s 4th annual No Kid Hungry campaign wraps up today and there are 4 easy ways you can help!
(Yes, I’m a Denny’s ambassador, but I choose what I want to write about, and fighting childhood hunger is near and dear to my heart.)
I have enough food in the house so that when I get hungry, I can still be picky about what I eat.
I’m blessed to be able to go to restaurants when there’s already plenty of food at home.
My version of hunger is simply due to a few hours passing between meals.
I have no idea what it’s like to really be hungry.
None at all.
But there are so many who do — 1 in 5 kids, to be exact. SIXTEEN MILLION.
It shouldn’t be this way, but it is.
And these kids are going to school hungry.
They need our help.
4 Easy Ways to Help Support Denny’s No Kid Hungry
(Here’s the thing… it ends September 30th, so if you decide to help, do it TODAY.)
In-store – For a $3 donation, guests will receive $9 worth of coupons redeemable at participating Denny’s restaurants.
Online – Donate the amount of your choice at dennys.com/nokidhungry and you’ll receive a $5 coupon for your next meal at Denny’s.
Text “Dennys” to 877877 to donate to No Kid Hungry and receive a coupon.
T-shirt – Purchase any of the three No Kid Hungry t-shirt designs for $10 each and a portion of the proceeds will be donated directly to the No Kid Hungry campaign.
Every $1 donated helps feed a child up to TEN meals!
No Kid Hungry Mission Statement
NO CHILD SHOULD GROW UP HUNGRY IN AMERICA. But 1 in 5 children struggles with hunger. Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign is ending childhood hunger in America by connecting kids in need with nutritious food and teaching families how to cook healthy, affordable meals. You can help surround kids with healthy food where they live, learn and play.
Have you ever experienced childhood hunger or do you know someone who has?
Marcie W. says
Like you, I have never personally experienced any type of hunger, but the thought of anyone, especially children, not having enough to eat absolutely kills me inside. I appreciate that Denny’s is helping those in need and love how easy it is to support this cause!
Jennifer H says
Those statistics are startling. And it just shouldn’t be this way in America. Every little bit helps!
Donna says
I’ve never experienced childhood hunger, although we were very poor for a time when I was young and didn’t have a lot to eat… we did have enough. I cannot stand the thought that a child would experience true hunger. 🙁
Vanessa: thequeenofswag says
Such a great cause and in this day in age no kid should be hungry!
Jenn says
This is such an easy way to donate, great job Dennys!
Ty says
What a great cause! I don’t know anyone nor have I ever experienced hungry but I think everyone should be able to eat, regardless of how much money they have.
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
It’s so sad that in this day and age there are still children out there hungry.
Tammy says
Thankfully I never have. This past summer we helped with a local community program to provide lunch to kids that usually get free lunches at school. It was eye opening for sure to see so many kids in my own neighborhood show up to get what might have been their only meal that day.
TerriAnn @ Cookies & Clogs says
1 in 5 experience this?! That’s horrible! We’ve had some hard time but hunger has never been an issue for us. So glad that there are programs like this to help!
Colleen says
No I have not and I can’t even imagine being hungry all the time.
HilLesha says
This tugs at my heartstrings as well! No child should go without food.
Ashley Gill says
My mom was sure to make sure we always had food on the table, even if it was noodles. I can’t say I went hungry as a child, but I can say that I am working hard to make sure my children have more than noodles on the table as well as trying to give to other families.
Crystal says
It sounds like you had a great mom!
rocky says
what a great cause! I shared your article …
Kerri says
Glad to hear that Denny’s is supporting a great cause. No child should go hungry!
Raijean says
Such a great cause, especially this time of year! Going to support anyway I can.
Penelope Guzman says
My grandmother experienced it, and as a result when she came to America and finally had enough food, she became super fat and can’t stop eating. She developed Type II diabetes and still can’t stop, it’s a horrible thing to go through and the psychological impact is long term. To this day she actually finishes other people’s plates rather than throw food out, because she can’t understand the concept of ever throwing food out, since so many people are starving. It’s incredible how devastating it can be on someone’s psyche, and very sad that ANY child has to face this, let alone 16 million.
Vanessa: thequeenofswag says
I’ll have to get myself into a Danny’s so I can support this amazing cause. No kid should be hungry in this day and age.
Felicia says
What a great program. It breaks my heart that kids just in our very own neighborhood could be suffering. It really hits home and makes you think more about your neighbors.
Cascia @ Healthy Moms Magazine says
I had no idea that child hunger was that big of a problem in the US Scary.
Gabrielle Lynn O'Brien says
I love denny’s. I’m going to have to stop in to make my donation!
Megan @ C'mon Get Crafty says
Very thankful to never have experienced this, and my heart breaks for any child that does. Great program.
Michelle Knopp says
Thank you to you and Denny’s for supporting such a great cause. There is so much abundance out there that it is easy to forget that not everybody has all the esssentials, like food, in today’s society.
Risa says
I can’t even imagine what it would be like to go without food meal after meal or to have the only meal I got be my school meal. It changes my perspective when I whine about not liking the food that’s in the house!
Cynthia R says
I think it is a downright shame children go through this in a country that is full of so much, It’s great of Denny’s to help with this cause.
Mom @ FamiGami says
It’s crazy how many kids in our very country struggle with hunger! I definitely agree – it’s unacceptable when we have so much to just let that go !
Rachel says
Can you imagine going to be hungry night after night? So heartbreaking to think about.
What a great cause.
Alysia says
This is such a good idea. Every child in our school district participates in a breakfast program, which provides a meal every day and then the additional snack program is on top of their regularly packed school lunches.
I’d be happy to pay the higher taxes to make certain that no child is hungry 🙂
Tiany - Social Savvy Mom says
We don’t have a Denny’s in our city but love this campaign!
Nile says
I’ve donated before and it’s a good cause. I wish this was around when I was younger. My sisters and I starved for several years because of a negligent parent. People say bad things about Link/ food stamps, but they don’t always think about the situations that people actually needed it until they could get back on their feet.
Ann Bacciaglia says
We love Denny’s great food and affordable prices. Our school had a breakfast for learning program. We used to help out and donate food when we could.
Sharon says
We love going there too. I’m glad to see they’re doing this, because I did grow up poor and I do know what hunger is
Fabulous Perks says
I love that Denny’s is supporting this amazing cause. It aches me to see and hear of kids in such distress.
Danielle says
Bringing aware to this issue is always WONDERFUL! If we all helped…wow! I can just imagine, ending hunger! Thank you for posting!
Maggie says
No kid should go hungry. What a great cause.
Marina @ Mommy Snippets says
I love that Denny’s is supporting such a great cause. No kid should every go hungry.
Tough Cookie Mommy says
Denny’s is one of our favorite restaurants. I’m so happy that they are supporting this initiative to feed hungry children.
Joanna Sormunen says
What a wonderful campaign! And the infograph is great too!
Nikki says
I am so glad that Denny’s is involved in this cause. I once got into an argument with a friend because he says there are no starving people in America, that everyone has access to some service to get food. Sadly, I don’t agree and we need programs like this to help those who fall through the very large cracks.
Janeane Davis says
This seems like a great program. Those of us who can should work to help eliminate childhood hunger.
eliz frank says
What a great idea and campaign. No child should go to school hungry!
Danielle says
What a great campaign. I am so happy to see larger companies doing something to pay it forward.
stephanie says
we did this in NYC – bunch of us moms went out to dinner at a restaurant that donated. Great stuff!
Amber Conaway says
What a great campaign to take part of! I think no kid should ever go hungry, this is an awesome cause!
Kendra says
This is a great cause! I will have to take my family there to eat soon!
Candy O says
This a fabulous program! Go Denny’s! I always tell my son that there are children that don’t have any food and he should be grateful for whatever I put on his plate.
Bonnie G says
It’s very sad that this is happening to kiddos. This is a great cause though.
jo says
It’s nice that they are doing their part to help the community. I try to help as much as I can and knowing there’s a lot of ways to help, then I guess it’ll be easier to donate! 🙂 Thanks for sharing this!
coolchillmom says
hunger is no fun at all. we need to support this. really sad to see hungry kids
katrina g says
great program! i hope a ton donate and help. awesome for putting this out there.
Christie says
I love the No Kid Hungry campaign. Glad to see Denny’s hopping on board too! Such a great cause
Tricia the Good Mama says
What a great campaign. I didn’t realize Denny’s did this. Thank you for sharing.
Krystal says
It’s an amazing campaign, but I am saddened to hear so many children go hungry. Thanks for getting the word out!
Ann BAcciaglia says
It breaks my heart that there are kids that are hungry. No one should ever been in that position.
Rebecca Swenor says
This is such a great cause indeed. Kudos to Denny’s for doing this for No Kid Hungry Campaign.
Elisebet F says
It’s heartbreaking to read about this, but I’m glad there are companies and organizations who are helping, as well as individuals. I’ve been reading a lot lately about food deserts, and it’s horrible that in a first-world country, this is even an issue.
jane says
i will going through this post a bit later and donate! i am always telling that to my daughter how lucky she is for having to pick the foods she likes while others dont even have any great campaign!
Stefany says
I tell mine the same! I hope that they someday realize just how blessed they are and help others themselves.
Tracey says
This is a really great cause. I commend Denny’s for this campaign. I have to admit I did not realize the severity of this issue, that stat was alarming!
Tess says
Those are really highest statistics . I’m glad when businesses give back to the community
noelle d says
we have been blessed to not know this… but i know during the summer it is so hard, since so many kids only get to eat at school through the year… hearbreaking!
Tammy S says
I think it’s great that Denny’s is trying to help. It is so sad that there are so many kids that go hungry everyday. I think this sounds like a great program. Thanks for sharing the info.
Kimberly Grabinski says
We have not personally experienced childhood hunger but I love this campaign. I’m so glad Denny’s is helping out, because they are right, no child should wake up to an empty plate.
Amy @ Marvelous Mommy says
I love me some Denny’s! Unfortunately I don’t have one near me and the closest one recently built near me is absolutely terrible. I love this program they are doing to help hungry kids in America!
Jenn says
Good for Denny’s to step up.
I see this as such a sad fact considering we have all the resources to make it stop.
Brett says
You’d think in a country so full such as ours this wouldn’t even be a thing… sad stats
Lisa says
What a great cause! The No Kid Hungry organization is such a great one – taking on such a big problem in our country that a lot of people don’t even realize. We need more people willing to donate and volunteer their time to spreading the word!
Paula Schuck says
That is a horrible statistic! I’m stunned to hear that it’s that high! Good for Denny’s for trying to do something about that!
maria says
Kudos to Denny’s for doing something like this! No child should go hungry these days especially in our country!
Tracy Batwinas says
What a wonderful cause to promote. I find most people I talk to have no idea. Thanks!
Cindy Merrill says
I’m afraid so. My husband and I live on SSI & food assistance, he’s a Vietnam Vet with an hearing impairment (War related). Generally, we have to tighten our belts the last week of every month. Hopefully, the SSI money will click in today so we can buy groceries.
Dana says
This is such a good and worthy cause. 16 million kids is way too much, and hearing about it as a mother just breaks my heart. Good luck in your campaign and I will do all that I can to help out.
Megan @mnmspecial says
16 million starving is 16 million to many. I love what Denny’s is doing to help.
Kathleen says
I love this campaign. My family used to be one of those hungry families once upon a time, and I love to support businesses that give back to help others. Plus, their food is yummy!
Lori says
I have. I know what it means to be hungry and not know where your next meal is coming from. I know that feeling all too well. I’ll be donating to this charity, because like you childhood hunger is near and dear to my heart as well.
Aimee Smith says
These statistics are heartbreaking. I used to see some mild cases of this as a school teacher, it breaks my heart!
April says
That’s awesome that Denny’s is helping kids that go hungry here.
xmasdolly says
What a wonderful thing to do. Good for you and I wish you luck in your campaign.
Christi says
I’m a Denny’s ambassador too and it’s made me really proud that they support such a great cause! No child should ever have to go hungry, and it’s great that Denny’s makes it so easy to help.
Cat Davis says
That’s a great program for Denny’s to partner up with and I love how easy they make it to donate with all of the different options.
sojourner says
This is a great initiative. Thanks for sharing the ways we can get involved. No child should ever have to go hungry in this country.
Ann Bacciaglia says
We have been Denny’s customers for years. We like to go at least once a month. I am happy they have a great program to help feed kids. It is terrible that anyone should go hungry.
Kori says
That’s a great campaign to get involved with. Kudos to Denny’s for getting behind an issue that really could use a lot of support.
FamiGami says
I’m hearing a lot about Denny’s lately. Seems like they’re finally joining the world and modernizing. I think that’s a great thing since it means the can continue supporting great causes like this.
April @ Everyday Fitness and Nutrition says
It makes me so sad that so many children go hungry on a regular basis. I am so fortunate to not know what it means to go hungry.
Shasta says
Such a great campaign.
debra p says
I completely agree that no child should go hungry. This is one cause I am superpassionate about. I love that Denny’s gives so many choices and ways to help!
Amy Desrosiers says
It is so tragic that even in a first world country we still have childhood hunger issues. This is a great campaign that I hope can feed tons of kids.
Donna says
Kudos to Denny’s! I love seeing companies help the hungry in our own country!
Sandy says
Denny’s is doing great things to fight hunger problem. We always try to donate food cans and money whenever we can.
maria @ close to home says
I love that Denny’s is supporting this cause, yes no kid should go hungry.
Mama to 5 BLessings says
This is SO sad. I am so glad that my kids do not have to go to bed hungry, breaks my heart that children actually do. What a great program, I love that Denny’s is doing this.
Nolie says
What an amazing thing for Denny’s to do.
Erica Brooks says
No child should go hungry. It’s good to see Denny’s partnering with No Kid Hungry. They are a great organization.
Maggie @ The Love Nerds says
I saw this so often as a teacher, and it’s heartbreaking. We always kept a box of granola bars and other snacks for kids who could grab something without asking.
Amanda @ Mom of Dogs says
I didn’t realize Denny’s had this campaign. It’s so awesome that they are offering these great incentives for people to donate.
Katrina says
What a great cause, I am a huge Dennys fan, so I love knowing they give back to the community too.
Mama to 5 BLessings says
I agree! I think this is an amazing cause. So sad!
Dawn says
Denny’s is doing a great thing, in my opinion. I knew that child hunger was a big problem, but I had no idea it was SO big.
Kristin says
I’m a big Denny’s fan and so glad they are in this fight. I will defently do my part.
Cindy (Vegetarian Mamma) says
What a super great campaign. I love to help kids.
Deanna Ritz says
What a great campaign. I would love to support this. I haven’t been to Denny’s in a while but will have to go so I can donate to the cause. Thanks
Sarah Bailey says
What a great scheme, its so good that companies are starting to give back to the communities these days. x
Jen Temcio @dapperhouse says
I am so happy to support Denny’s when they are taking action to help our Nation’s families. They make it so easy to help!!
deb says
I didn’t realize there were so many ways to support the no kid hungry campaign. Thanks for sharing.
Angela says
I really love Denny’s. Thanks for sharing how we can continue to contribute to this great cause. The thought that 1 in 5 kids goes hungry is just heart-breaking!
Stefany says
This is so great! We will be sure to donate the next time we go to the restaurant. We typically go on Saturday for dinner! 🙂
Myrah - Coupon Mamacita says
I love this program. No child should ever go hungry. I love the $9.00 in coupons for a $3.00 donation. That’s a great draw.
Lois Alter Mark says
I’m a huge fan of Denny’s and I love that they’re doing this. There is no excuse for kids to go hungry.
Jennifer says
This is such a great thing for Denny’s to do. It’s so sad to know that many children out there go hungry.
Kristy - Savvy and Sassy says
It is very sad how many kids go hungry daily! This is definitely something nobody should take for granted. Thank you for sharing!
Dawn says
This is a great cause, and I love the coupons for donation option. That’s a really great deal for us and for the hungry kids.
Amber Nelson says
Oh what a great campaign. I love that Dennys is giving back. Those are startling facts.
Jennifer Williams says
It is great that they are doing this. It is horrible that so many of our children go hungry year round and there is not enough available to help them all.
Pam says
It is definitely great that Denny’s is doing this. I love when companies give back.
Heather says
This is just heartbreaking to hear about. I’m glad that Denny’s is doing something to help.
Tammi @ My Organized Chaos says
It’s amazing how many people are hungry, oftentimes we don’t realize it like you said. Good for Dennys!
Pam says
It’s definitely a cause that needs more awareness. Hopefully Denny’s can bring awareness and help!
Pam says
I love that Denny’s offers so many ways to support the No Kid Hungry campaign. Especially since it’s such a great cause.
Nancy Lustri (StyleDecor) says
It’s hard to believe that a child in America can go hungry. Very sad. Thanks to great companies such as Denny’s to try to wipe out hunger with their campaign.
brett says
it sickens me how many kids go hungry in this country every.single. day. 1000% unacceptable.
susan says
I never knew that only 52% are eating a school breakfast. My daughter once had a school breakfast, but not anymore…. It was so nice when that was an option.
Stacey - Craft Blogger says
This is such a great program. I love Denny’s, and I love what they’re doing for these hungry kids.
aimee fauci says
This is great and SO easy for people to help. We do not have a Denny’s but for those that do.. I will def RT this!
Michelle Kehoe says
Thank you for bringing light to this initiative!
becca says
This is a wonderful program. I am off to donate. thank you for letting me know about it.
Crystal says
My husband & I were paying bills the other night & complaining. He quickly reminded me how truly fortunate we are. Even though there will always be bills & unexpected expenses, our family has a home, food to eat, and the other basic necessities. We have never experienced true hunger. For that, I am extremely grateful.
Michele says
I never experienced childhood hunger as a child but have as an adult. I am glad I no longer do!! It is not pleasant. I applaud Denny’s for attempting to help these children with this campaign.
Laura says
Where I live we have the second largest homeless shelter in the state and homeless children is a reality that you see. I love it when companies bring awareness to real causes and rally for a change.
Jenna Wood says
Childhood hunger is big in our community, there are many children who’s only real meal of the ay is the free school lunch, it is awful. I think it’s great Denny’s is bringing awareness and helping the cause.
Catherine | Fit Armadillo says
Such an important cause! I used to be a classroom teacher and saw this statistic first hand. Thanks for spreading the awareness with this post and the info on how to help through Denny’s campaign!
alissa says
With as hungry as my boys are all the time I can’t imagine them going foodless. My husband says that there are a lot of kids that show up to the kid’s school late, and haven’t eaten a thing for breakfast. It’s so sad.
Such a great campaign they are working on!
This makes me excited for the next section of one of my classes. The students do campaigns for nonprofit organizations. I feel like they make a difference within their design. It at least gets them thinking outside the box.
Rebecca Swenor says
This is such a great cause indeed. Kudos to Denny’s to support No Kid Hungry campaign. Thanks for sharing.
Catherine S says
This is such a great campaign. Nobody should go hungry in this country especially children.
Shell says
What a great program! If kids are hungry, they can’t learn because they are too focused on needing food.
Amber says
This is a really important issue, I’m glad Dennys is working in multiple ways to help fight it.
Melinda says
i love this campaign. I try to help out as much as I can with donations and volunteering
Lisa Bristol says
It is a terrible thing for any child to have to go hungry. I love Denny’s and we frequently dine there. I am happy they have such a great program.
Amylk says
This is a wonderful campaign. too many people are hungry in this country
Franc Ramon says
I hope this campaign reduce the kids who ended hungry with nothing to eat. It’s also nice they have several ways to support this campaign.
Dominique says
Just sent a text for a coupon! Thanks for sharing! I’ve always been a Denny’s person and I love that they are doing this!
Billie says
I personally have never felt actual hunger. I mean, yes, I’ve been hungry, but not to the point where I didn’t know when or how I would eat again. I can hardly imagine.
JamericanSpice says
This is a very good campaign.
Children should not have to go hungry.
Lisa Bristol says
My children went to a school that had a Breakfast for Learning program. It was for the kids that could not have a good breakfast before coming to school. We always donated breakfast items to the program and volunteered when i could.
Danielle Royalegacy says
The only person I can think of that has struggled with hunger is my niece. She gets her ebt food benefits, but ends up selling them so she can have the extra money. She told me people do it all the time, you just have to know where to go to sell them. No wonder these kids have no food and are hungry.
What Denny’s is doing is a very worthwhile cause. We’ll be going there for breakfast next weekend after church, I’ll buy the coupons then. Thanks!
Tiffany (Fabulous Mom Blog) says
This is an amazing thing that Denny’s is doing for children that are hungry. I’m going to do what I can to help now. Thanks for sharing how easy it is to help.
Elizabeth @ Being MVP says
This is a great program and good for Denny’s to do it. I used to volunteer to feed the homeless when I was younger.
Kelly Hutchinson says
It is so ridiculous kids are still going hungry in this day and age. We have people who have a $30 million dollar worth and yet never donate to worthy causes like this.
Heather @ Kraus House Mom says
I worked in the inner city where the only place kids ate was at school and some of them hoarded their food from lunch to bring home. My son gets very upset when I tell him stories about it. I’m going to bring him to Denny’s so he can personally donate his own money as well.
MommyJenna says
I love the concept of this program! We don’t have a Denny’s nearby but I remember eating there with my Grandpa when I was little. No child should ever have to go to bed hungry <3
Mellisa says
It’s so sad that there are kids who go hungry like this. That’s so great Denny’s is stepping up with this program.
Janel (A Mom's Take) says
Those are really easy ways to help. No kids should go hungry in our country. It’s nice to know places like Denny’s is trying to help.
Ella says
Interesting statistics, and such a great cause. Thanks for sharing
Savannah miller says
No thankfully I have not, but that is sad that there are kids out there that know the pain of hunger 🙁
I love that Denny’s is doing their part to help
Maggie C says
Luckily I did not experience childhood hunger. I wish Denny’s was closer so I could take advantage of this offer!
brian miller says
it breaks my heart that there are kids out there that go hungry…it would seem that as an advanced society we could have figured that out by now…great program
Elena says
I’m a big believer in breakfast. It’s great that Denny’s is paying attention to the kids who tend to be forgotten. All kids should be eating and not starving.
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
It’s so wonderful that Denny’s is doing this. No one wants to see a child go hungry and I love that they are doing something about it!
Lauren says
I am going to text to make a donation. This is a great and needed campaign.
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
I am going to make one, too. Being a mom now, I hate to think about any child suffering.
fancygrlnancy (Nancy Partin) says
This looks like a great campaign. I have worked with Head Start and saw so many children that were hungry. It is nice to see Denny’s give back and really help these kids.
Mary says
This sounds like a great program for the hungry. I wish that it wasn’t strictly to use at Denny’s however only for the sake that some people might not even be able to travel to a Denny’s.