People are very receptive to venison. Most organizations also accept packaged meat. Of that venison, only about 2 percent had severe freezer burn, making it unusable. Hunters should be careful, however, with ground venison if it has been mixed with pork or beef fat. Pork fat can turn rancid if not used within a few months of being frozen.
Most pantries receive ground meat, so it is a rarity when steaks and other cuts are brought in.
Don't throw anything away. How You Can Help Hunters really do have the easiest role in the donation programs. Take advantage of any extra permits, and check with your state organization for participating processors. Your state wildlife agency can probably help, or contact someone at Farmers and Hunters for the Hungry. As with any donation, your gift of venison can also be used as a tax deduction.