Marathon Consulting Honored with Award in 2024 Foodbank Hunger Heroes Competition

Virginia Beach, VA. - Marathon Consulting, LLC, a Virginia-based Information Technology Consulting and Digital Marketing firm, was recently awarded 1st place in the large company category of the 2024 Hunger Heroes Food and Fundraising Competition to support the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore.

Each summer, foodbanks faces the challenge of the "summer meal gap." This is a time when donations drop off, but costs and demand rise when schools are out and children do not have access to school meals. The Hunger Heroes food and fundraising competition is held each summer to increase awareness of these challenges and inspire individuals and organizations in the community to step up and participate in supporting our neighbors who are facing food insecurity.

Marathon has been a dedicated supporter of the Foodbank for many years, and this is their 6th year participating as "Hunger Heroes." The organization contributed food donations, funds, and volunteer hours over the summer that helped provide over 20,000 meals for members of the community.

Marathon's Tom Marsden won the contest for "Best Solo Costume" with his branded Hunger Heroes cape, and several of Marathon's leadership team donated time volunteering with The Gathering at Scott Memorial UMC Food Pantry, aka Fresh Food Wednesday, a Foodbank partner offering a drive-through evening food pantry that serves those who work during the day but are still experiencing food insecurity.

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Tom Marsden, Vice President of Marathon, said, “Supporting the Foodbank through the Hunger Heroes competition is not just about giving back—it's about standing with our community in the fight against hunger. All of us at Marathon believe that access to nutritious food is a fundamental right, and by partnering with the Foodbank, we can make a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most. This year, we had great participation and support from everyone at Marathon, not only in the Hampton Roads area, but from all of our employees across the United States.”

“We are incredibly grateful to Marathon Consulting for their outstanding participation in this year’s Hunger Heroes initiative. Thanks to their generosity and dedication, they have contributed enough money and food to provide 20,496 nutritious meals to those in need. Marathon Consulting’s commitment to fighting hunger in our community is truly inspiring, and we are proud to have them as a partner in our mission to eliminate hunger in our community," said Foodbank President and CEO Chris Tan.

About the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore 

Since 1981, the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore has proudly provided more than 400 million meals to our neighbors in need. Serving 11 cities and counties where 1 in 10 neighbors are food insecure, we play a vital role in the fight against hunger by collecting, storing, and distributing nutritious food. In addition, we focus on long-term solutions towards self-sufficiency by addressing the root causes of hunger. Our mission is supported by a dedicated network of volunteers, generous donors, and compassionate community partners. Together, we strive to ensure that no one in our community goes to bed hungry. To learn more, visit foodbankonline.org or find us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and TikTok. 

About Marathon Consulting, LLC 

Since 2006, Marathon Consulting has been an industry leader in providing IT solutions to businesses ranging from small/medium-sized to global Fortune 500 companies in the Mid-Atlantic region and across the country. Marathon Consulting is a Microsoft Solutions partner and offers a wide range of IT services, including web and native application development, data integration and analytics, IT advisory, UX design, and digital marketing. With comprehensive expertise, innovative thought leadership, and dedication to quality, Marathon helps businesses succeed by delivering the right IT solutions and measurable value in every engagement.