Hillcats to host game to benefit Hunters for the Hungry on July 11

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) — The annual Hunters for the Hungry night with the Lynchburg Hillcats will happen the evening of July 11. A portion of the proceeds from the game, as well as raffles conducted during the game, will go to help Hunters for the Hungry cover the cost of processing deer donated by hunters. That meat is then provided to area charities and food pantries to help feed those in need in our region.

“Everybody needs healthy red protein, and that’s what we’re able to give them,” said Hunters for the Hungry Director Gary Arrington.

The Hillcats have hosted Hunters for the Hungry nights for the past 12 years. During that time, just raffles alone held during the games have raised $42,000.

What does that translate into people fed?

Arrington provided the answer: “That is almost 120,000 quarter pound servings and meals that have gone on the plates of men, women, children, the elderly, the homeless, and our veterans who are struggling with hunger.”

Hillcats management and players have embraced the cause.

“Being able to use our voice, our platform, our social media to provide that service and to provide that education to bring that in,” said Dallas Mata of the Lynchburg Hillcats.

Tickets are available online and at the gate at Bank of the James Stadium. Game time is 6:30 p.m. Special raffle items are being made available by Mossy Oak Properties. Fans are encouraged to wear camo to the game.