
10000 Items
Pushing Limits: Turning an Ambitious Goal into a Reality
In 2024, Fed Up With Hunger set out to achieve its most ambitious goal yet—delivering 10,000 food items to those in need. Founder Rachel Varghese, then a junior in high school, wanted to push both herself and the organization beyond their limits.
Although Rachel had been volunteering since childhood, she never imagined that this bold target would not only be met, but exceeded. This milestone was made possible through the dedication of volunteers, the generosity of donors, and the spirit of a community determined to make a difference.
This achievement stands as a testament to what can happen when passion meets action and serves as inspiration for the work ahead.
More projects

Pantry to Plate
A cookbook of simple, nutritious, global meals made from pantry staples.

Hunger Action Day
Rachel raised over $1,000 for Northern Illinois Food Bank, which the Food Bank turns into roughly $8,000 worth of food.

Bread Donations
Donation of bread from Highland Baking Company to the Vernon Food Pantry

Spring Break Smiles
Building food baskets with St. Peter’s Syrian Orthodox Church
