Pizza, laughter, and a little bit of cheesy fun… What’s a better way to enjoy volunteering with your co-workers?
I gathered my co-workers and held a Summer Slice-a-thon for Slice Out Hunger. The concept was simple: donate to get pizza, eat pizza and have fun. But this was not just about satisfying cravings.
It was about supporting a mission much bigger than lunch.
A portion of the money raised went to Slice Out Hunger, an organization dedicated to fighting food insecurity across the United States.
And thanks to the generosity, enthusiasm, and cravings of our team, we raised over $2,500! Proof that when you combine pizza and purpose, great things happen.
The funds we raised helped support victims of the devastating Hawaiian wildfires that occurred earlier in 2023, providing critical relief to communities facing loss and hardship.
Slice Out Hunger has an incredible story of its own. What began in New York City as a pizza party organized by pizza lovers quickly grew into a nationwide movement. Today, the organization connects members of the pizza community (from pizzerias to pizza fans) with neighbors in need.
Their mission is simple but powerful: Build strong connections between members of the pizza community and those facing food insecurity.
And they’ve made a real impact. With a network of more than 700 pizza partners across the United States, Slice Out Hunger has raised over $1.5 million to fund hunger relief efforts.
They’ve turned something most of us love (PIZZA!) into a tool for meaningful change. That’s what they call #Pizza4Good, and honestly, it may be one of the best uses of pizza ever seen.
What made our Slice-a-thon especially memorable was the energy in the office. People gathered around tables, grabbed slices, laughed, and connected in ways that don’t always happen during a typical workday.
There were jokes about “doing important research on pizza quality,” debates about favorite toppings, and plenty of good-natured comments about needing “just one more slice for charity.”
But behind the fun was something deeper.
This event reminded me how powerful it can be to involve coworkers in giving back. When people come together around a shared purpose (especially one that’s easy, accessible, and yes, delicious) generosity becomes contagious.
And sometimes, the most effective way to support a serious cause is through a joyful experience that brings people together.
Plus, let’s be honest…
If solving problems involves pizza, I’m always willing to volunteer.
This event added another flavorful chapter to my #52WeeksOfCharity journey — proving that even a little bit of fun (and a lot of cheese) can help create meaningful impact.
You can learn more about Slice Out Hunger here: https://sliceouthunger.org/