THE PROTEIN GAP
50 Million Americans Face Nutrition Insecurity. Protein Is the #1 Unmet Need.
Millions of families across the United States struggle to find their next meal. Despite its key role in a healthy diet, animal protein is often the first item cut from grocery lists and the most difficult item for food banks to source due to cost, storage, and supply challenges. This growing protein gap leaves families without the essential nutrition they need for long-term health and stability.
Our model makes nutrition security possible
Hatch is a nutrition-focused nonprofit that connects producers, partners, and donors to move protein where it is needed most. The model is simple, built for clarity, trust, and sustainability.
Source
We partner with protein producers and agricultural suppliers to redirect surplus and underutilized products into the hunger relief system.
Manage
We coordinate the supply chain with partners so food banks can access consistent protein and serve more families with less friction.
Scale
We prove value with measurable outcomes so stakeholders see how the model grows impact over time.
Producers
Shared Business Value
Food Banks
Operational Benefit
Families
Nutrition Impact
Impact at a Glance
102M
meals delivered annually
HATCH has grown from serving three million meals a year to more than eleven million through its national expansion.
36+
states served
The HATCH network now spans food banks and partners in more than forty states.
120+
Active partners
From protein producers to food bank partners, the HATCH ecosystem includes more than one hundred organizations working together to close the protein gap.
$.01
One cent cost per meal
HATCH operates on a one-cent per meal model that increases efficiency and expands reach.
