The DNR’s Hunters Feeding Michigan program has partnered with Deer Camp Coffee Roasting Company & Outfitters of Sterling Heights and Great Lakes Proud of Traverse City to offer special products whose proceeds will support processing and distribution of donated venison to Michiganders in need.
Hunters Feeding Michigan allows hunters to share their harvest by donating deer at participating processors, then helps distribute venison donations across Michigan. The program is primarily funded by monetary donations from those purchasing DNR licenses and permits. These donations are used to cover processing expenses, which allows hunters to donate deer at no cost.
To help increase awareness of Hunters Feeding Michigan and to raise funds to help cover the cost of processing additional donated deer, the DNR has started building relationships with Michigan businesses.
Coffee drinkers – or those looking for a great gift – can support Hunters Feeding Michigan by purchasing a bag of DEER CAMP® Coffee Donor Doe, a medium roast blend, or Traditions dark roast blend (DNR deer patch is included with Traditions purchase). Shop online at deercampcoffee.com or visit a DEER CAMP® supporting location to pick up a bag. "At DEER CAMP®, we believe in great coffee, strong traditions, connecting and giving back to the community. This partnership with the DNR is more than just a collaboration – it’s a way for us to support hunters, conservation efforts and those in need. Every purchase makes a difference, and together, we can create lasting change, one cup at a time," said Julie Majewski, director of DEER CAMP® Coffee Roasting Company & Outfitters. |
You can also support the program – and sport some stylish gear – with new Hunters Feeding Michigan products from Great Lakes Proud, including T-shirts, a hoodie, hats and a tumbler. “Great Lakes Proud is honored to partner with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the Hunters Feeding Michigan program to launch a line of products that do more than just showcase the love of Michigan outdoors and whitetail deer. A portion of proceeds from every item sold supports the Hunters Feeding Michigan initiative, helping provide locally harvested venison to families in need across the state. It’s a way for customers to celebrate the Great Lakes while making a real difference in their community,” said Lance Hill, co-owner of Great Lakes Proud. Shop online at greatlakesproud.com/collections/hunters-feeding-michigan. |
Building partnerships with local businesses helps Hunters Feeding Michigan put more food on the table for Michiganders across the state, said program specialist Joe Presgrove.
Businesses interested in partnering with Hunters Feeding Michigan can contact Presgrove at PresgroveJ@Michigan.gov.
To learn more about the program, visit Michigan.gov/HuntersFeedingMichigan.