Hunger Action Heroes Unite!
Every superhero has a mission, and ours is to end hunger and reduce food waste. Across the United States, millions of people face food insecurity every day while billions of pounds of food go uneaten. That is where Hunger Action Heroes Unite! comes in.
Meet Hunger Halter and Demeter, two student-created superheroes who represent courage, compassion, and the power of community. Together with you, they are on a mission to rescue good food from going to waste and deliver it to people who need it most.
No cape is required. All it takes is heart, action, and a belief that no one should go hungry.
Our Story
Fighting Hunger and Food Waste, One Meal and One Pound of Rescued Food at a Time.
Hunger Action Heroes Unite! is a social enterprise of Feeding San Diego, part of the Feeding America network of 200 hunger relief organizations. Proceeds from Hunger Action Heroes Unite! products directly fund hunger relief and food rescue programs, turning imagination into action and superheroes into real-world change.
From classrooms to community centers, the Hunger Action Heroes Unite! comic book and interactive curriculum inspire youth to learn, lead, and take meaningful action because everyone has the power to be a hero.
Adventures in Action
The Hunger Action Heroes Unite! comic book and curriculum bring learning to life. Designed for upper elementary and middle school students, these resources combine storytelling with hands-on projects, aligning with national standards.
- Understanding hunger’s impact on the body (Health)
- Exploring the impact of food waste on the environment (Science)
- Building empowerment and leadership skills (English Language Arts)
- Practicing empathy to reduce stigma around food assistance (Social Emotional Learning)
By following the adventures of Hunger Halter and Demeter, children discover that helping others is exciting, rewarding, and empowering.
MEET THE HEROES
Hunger Halter has a special gift. He can sense when food is about to be wasted. With this power, he rescues food and delivers it to families, shelters, and neighbors in need. His mission is simple but powerful: stop waste and feed people.
Demeter was named after the Greek goddess of harvest. She is strong, kind, and open minded. She teaches children that empathy, compassion, and action are the qualities that make a true hero.
Together, Hunger Halter and Demeter show that anyone can make a difference. Even small actions such as rescuing one meal, donating one item, or educating one friend can create a greater impact than many imagine.
WHY IT MATTERS!
The Face of Hunger Could be Anyone's
Hunger affects people of all ages and backgrounds. It touches children, families, seniors, college students, military families, veterans, and people you meet every day. Stories like
Ms. Lonnecker's, Lisa’s, and Mark's remind us that food assistance is not charity. It is community support.
- High School Students: A local high school is helping normalize food assistance, ensuring students feel supported instead of stigmatized.
- Military families: Feeding Heroes provides critical relief to military households facing hunger.
- Rural Communities: Feeding San Diego provides a lifeline for those living in the desert.
47
Million people in the U.S. experience food insecurity
120
Billion meals’ worth of food goes to waste each year
1 in 5
Children don’t have access to enough food to live an active, healthy life
$1.7
Billion worth of food is wasted annually by schools
Every Hero Needs Allies
Your Role in the Mission
Behind every great hero is a team. Hunger Action Heroes Unite! is proud to recognize the partners and creators who brought this movement to life.
- The Aqualia Foundation for powering this mission! Hunger Action Heroes Unite! comic book and curriculum were made possible thanks to their support.
- Hunger Halter’s Character & Origin Story: Aiden Prior
- Demeter’s Character & Origin Story: Sirenna Ascencio
- Created By: Allison Glader & Dana Williams
- Comic Book Written By: Dr. Janina Scarlet
- Comic Book Art by: Thomas Zahler
- Curriculum by: Jennifer Harris Edstrom
- Hunger Action Heroes Unite! Published By: Feeding San Diego
- Hunger Action Hero Art Contest in Collaboration with Comic-Con Museum
A Feeding San Diego Creation
Hunger Action Heroes Unite! was created to inspire the next generation to fight hunger and reduce food waste — because solving hunger takes both immediate action and long-term education. We believe kids aren’t just the future, they are the solution!
As a social enterprise of Feeding San Diego, San Diego County’s largest hunger-relief and food rescue organization, this initiative supports the mission to end hunger through food rescue. Feeding San Diego is a proud partner of Feeding America and part of a national network of 200 hunger-relief organizations.
Proceeds from Hunger Action Heroes Unite! products help fund Feeding San Diego’s programs, which provide nutritious meals for people facing hunger while saving good food from going to waste.
Food Rescue at Feeding San Diego: How we provide millions of meals while protecting the planet
Heroes In Action & In The News
Comic book superheroes fight back against hunger
Dana Williams works for Feeding San Diego and came up with the contest that led to the comic. Demeter is...
"Hunger Action Heroes Unite!" | Feeding San Diego releases comic book to support hunger relief
“Hunger Action Heroes Unite!” is now available. Proceeds from the book will support Feeding America’s critical hunger-relief efforts.
Kids Create Heroes to Fight Hunger
Is there a hero who can help feed people? That’s what two California teens are hoping. Their award-winning hunger-fighting creations...
Comic book superheroes fight back against hunger
Dana Williams works for Feeding San Diego and came up with the contest that led to the comic. Demeter is...
"Hunger Action Heroes Unite!" | Feeding San Diego releases comic book to support hunger relief
“Hunger Action Heroes Unite!” is now available. Proceeds from the book will support Feeding America’s critical hunger-relief efforts.
Kids Create Heroes to Fight Hunger
Is there a hero who can help feed people? That’s what two California teens are hoping. Their award-winning hunger-fighting creations...
Be the Hero Someone Needs Today
Join the mission. Share the story. Change the world.
Whether you are a teacher looking for classroom tools, a parent seeking to inspire your kids, or a supporter ready to make a difference, Hunger Action Heroes Unite! gives you the power to take action.
