How to Participate

Since 2021, the Million Meal Event has packed more than 5 million meals for hungry families across the border and around the world. In 2026, this extraordinary event returns on June 13–14 at Cathedral Catholic High School in San Diego, uniting our community to bring hope to our brothers and sisters living in poverty.

This year marks a powerful milestone. For the first time, we will pack 2 million meals in one event. One million meals will be distributed across the border and internationally, while one million meals will remain local, distributed by Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego to help feed families in need throughout our own community.

More than 5,100 volunteers will come together over two days to make this possible. Parish communities, service organizations, schools, and families are encouraged to participate as groups and help raise funds for the event. Our collective goal is to raise $600,000—and together, we can achieve it.

Brought to you by the Deacons and their wives, the Diocesan Office of the Permanent Diaconate, Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego, and the Diocese of San Diego, this faith-in-action initiative is a powerful witness to unity and compassion. United in hope and steadfast in faith, we come together as witnesses to God, who is love, mercy, and hope for our world.

Sign up today and put your faith in action!

Your generosity of time and financial contribution can enliven hope for the world!