Nonprofit Soldiers’ Angels is set to host its first Military and Veteran Food Distribution in Washington, D.C. in June.
This marks the official launch of Soldiers’ Angels’ monthly food assistance program in Washington, D.C. — making it the eighth city to host the initiative, which supports service members, veterans, and their families experiencing food insecurity.
“As our veterans and service members continue to battle food insecurity at a disproportionate rate, Soldiers’ Angels is ramping up our efforts in 2025 to support Military-connected families who need a helping hand,” said Air Force veteran and Soldiers’ Angels President and CEO Amy Palmer. “This year, we’re expanding our food assistance programs by more than 50% and reaching new communities — including Washington, D.C. We’re proud to collaborate with Capital Area Food Bank, Blue Star Families, this month’s sponsor Lockheed Martin, and our many corporate partners to ensure that no one who served our country goes hungry.”
The event will take place on June 24 from 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, located at 400 Michigan Ave NE.
The distribution event is open to all military-connected individuals and families, including veterans, active duty service members, National Guard, and Reservists residing in the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area.
“Members of the military – both past and present – have dedicated their lives to serving others, so it’s only right that when they need help, we’re there to serve them in return,” said Radha Muthiah, President and CEO of the Capital Area Food Bank. “We’re honored to partner with Soldiers’ Angels to ensure Military families in the Greater Washington region can access the nutritious food they need to thrive today and into the future.”
Soldiers’ Angels is partnering with Blue Star Families, the nation’s largest military and veteran family support organization, to help spread awareness of the event and ensure those in need know where to turn.
“Through our Nourish the Service program, we’re working to ensure that no Military family has to face food insecurity alone,” said Kathy Roth-Douquet, CEO of Blue Star Families. “We’re grateful to collaborate with impactful organizations like Soldiers’ Angels and Capital Area Food Bank to bring vital resources directly to the families who serve.”
The Washington, D.C. launch is sponsored by Lockheed Martin, headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland. Their support is making it possible to provide 75 pounds of healthy food to 200 military and veteran families during the first event, according to organizers.
In its 10th year, Soldiers’ Angels Military and Veteran Food Distribution program serves thousands across eight cities - Atlanta, Charleston, Cincinnati, Dallas, Denver, Orlando, San Antonio, and now Washington, D.C.
Soldiers’ Angels also has a food pantry in Detroit and will open more locations this year. The organization also provides canteen gift cards to veterans in VA medical facilities and boxed lunches for homeless Veterans and the Military community.
Companies and organizations interested in sponsoring a distribution event can contact Soldiers’ Angels at 210-629-0020 or info@soldiersangels.org.
Reach Julia LeDoux at Julia@connectingvets.com.