FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Outnumber Hunger?
Outnumber Hunger is a partnership between General Mills, Feeding America and Big Machine Label Group to help Feeding America secure millions of meals on behalf of local food banks.
How does it work?
For every code you enter by March 1, 2014, General Mills will donate $1.56 to Feeding America—enough to secure 12 meals on behalf of local food banks. Maximum total donation to Feeding America from General Mills in conjunction with Sam’s Club promotion is up to $225,000, based on online code entry and other consumer actions. Look for other ways to trigger donations at www.outnumberhunger.com/SamsClub
Where's the code?
Codes are located on the top or bottom panels of specially marked General Mills packages. See the participating brands.
Why do I have identical codes?
Some codes are identical, and it's okay to enter one from each package you have.
How do I get more codes?
Get more codes by purchasing specially marked packages of these participating brands. Return to www.outnumberhunger.com/samsclub to enter more codes and help Feeding America secure more meals.
When do I have to enter my codes?
All codes must be entered by March 1, 2014.
Can I enter more than one code?
Up to 10 codes from specially marked General Mills packages can be entered per day, per person, per email address. If you have more than 10 codes from other participating General Mills brands, please come back another day to enter them.
Why doesn't my code from last year work?
All codes from last year’s packages expire March 1, 2013. Please check your package for additional details.
Are there other ways to help Outnumber Hunger besides entering codes from specially marked General Mills packages?
Yes, throughout the campaign there will be other ways you can help Feeding America secure meals on behalf of local food banks. Learn more here, and check back often for announcements of other ways to help Outnumber Hunger.
How do other activations help Outnumber Hunger?
Each consumer activation will help Feeding America secure meals for local food banks and will be based on detailed terms and conditions in the specific offer. Maximum total donation to Feeding America from General Mills in conjunction with Sam’s Club promotions is up to $225,000, based on online code entry and other consumer actions. For every code you enter by March 1, 2014, General Mills will donate $1.56 to Feeding America—enough to secure 12 meals on behalf of local food banks.
Why partner with Feeding America®?
Feeding America is the nation's largest domestic hunger-relief charity serving the entire United States. Through Feeding America's network of more than 200 member food banks, we are able to help make a difference in communities across America.
Why partner with BMLG?
Big Machine Label Group and their participating artists help to drive awareness of hunger in America and support Outnumber Hunger.
Who can participate?
We need everyone to help Outnumber Hunger, and anyone can participate.
How do I participate?
Visit the How to Help Page to learn how you can help Outnumber Hunger in your community.
Is there a maximum donation General Mills will make to Feeding America®?
Maximum total donation to Feeding America® from General Mills in conjunction with Sam's Club® promotions is up to $225,000, based on online code entry and other consumer actions.
When will Feeding America® receive donations?
General Mills will make regular payments throughout the promotion, with its final payment on or before April 30, 2014.
How do I find my local food bank?
By entering your ZIP code and clicking “Find It” on the code entry page, you’re able to find the food bank serving your community.
Can I choose a food bank that's not in my local area?
Yes, you can enter a ZIP code for anywhere in the United States—even if it’s not your local area.
Can I change the food bank I chose?
Once the ZIP code has been entered and the code submitted, we're not able to change the location.