Hunger Day collectors take over Finland
The Hunger Day collection is best known for the volunteer collectors wearing red vests. The box collectors are on the move everywhere in Finland from 25 to 27 September 2025. You can join, too.
You can also set up your own online collection and raise funds for Hunger Day collection.
Become a Volunteer
Local Red Cross volunteers organize box collection in almost all over the Finland. You will have a collection box and will get to wear the red collectors’ vest. No prior experience is needed, and you can collect just as long as you want.
It made me feel really good that I was able to help with the Hunger Day collection
The practical arrangements of the collection vary by locality. In large cities, the collection is organized in different parts of the city. You can find local events in the event calendar in the fall.
You can also collect donations online
Collecting donations online is an easy way to take part in the Hunger Day from anywhere in the world. As a digital fundraiser, you are helping us provide aid to disaster victims in Finland and abroad.
Start your own online collection or join a familiar group as an online fundraiser on the collection site.
Questions and answers about collecting donations
The Hunger Day box collection takes place 25–27 September 2025. You will need to bring a photo ID and weather-appropriate clothing.
Local Red Cross volunteers organize box collection in almost all over the Finland. Please find more detailed information in the event calendar.
You will only need to bring a photo ID and weather-appropriate clothing.
The Hunger Day box collection is organised in nearly all towns throughout Finland. You can participate in the collection in any location and for as long as you like. The practical arrangements of the collection vary by location.
Your nearest collection location
In addition to box collecting, you can collect donations online. The easiest way to participate in Hunger Day is to become a Hunger Day digital fundraiser.
Anyone can become a box collector. A box collector does not need to be a member or volunteer of the Red Cross; anyone who wants to help by providing their time can join in.
Primary school-aged children must be joined by a sufficient number of adults to be in charge of the boxes and children.
Hobby groups, groups of colleagues and school classes can also participate.
Anyone can become a box collector. However, for the safety and comfort of the collectors, we recommend the following
- children of elementary school age (7–12-year-olds) always collect in the supervision of an adult
- children of lower secondary school age (13–15-year-olds) may collect without adult supervision, preferably in pairs or groups
- young people of upper secondary school age (aged 16 and older) may collect independently.
How to set up your own online fundraiser
- Set up your own online collection
- Choose your donation target, for example The Hunger Day Collection.
- Decide whether you want to set up your individual fundraiser or Team fundraiser under which people can join to collect a shared sum.
- Give a name and target sum for your fundraiser.
- Explain why you set up the fundraiser and ask people to donate.
- When you are ready, publish your fundraiser.
- Share the collection link in social media, via WhatsApp or by email. Posting the fundraiser once may not reach everyone, and you should share it repeatedly.
- You can monitor the donations on your fundraising page.
Hunger Day for schools and companies
Hunger Day offers pupils an excellent opportunity to influence matters through their own actions both in Finland and abroad. Involve the pupils and invite the staff, parents and relatives along to help.
Companies taking part in Hunger Day are part of a unique chain of aid. Invite staff, stakeholders and customers along to help.
