KC Reporter

The Missouri State Capitol dome will be illuminated orange from sunrise on September 9 to sunrise on September 10, 2025. Governor Mike Kehoe ordered the lighting in recognition of Hunger Action Month, which takes place each September.

“This month, we are proud to promote Missouri’s six incredible food banks that are truly on the frontlines of fighting the food insecurity that impacts every region of our state,” Governor Kehoe said. “Claudia and I hope that you will join us in raising awareness on hunger in Missouri and supporting your local Missouri Food Bank by donating, volunteering, or spreading the word on ways to take action. Together, we can end hunger in our state.”

The event is coordinated with Feeding Missouri, a coalition representing six food banks serving all 114 counties and the City of St. Louis. The color orange is used nationally during Hunger Action Month as a symbol for hunger awareness and relief efforts.

More than one million Missourians depend on food provided by Feeding Missouri member organizations each year. Additional information about their work can be found at feedingmissouri.org.

“Lighting the dome orange is a powerful visual reminder that hunger is closer to home than many realize,” Leigh Anne Haun, Executive Director of Feeding Missouri, said. “We thank the Governor and Mrs. Kehoe not just for this symbolic gesture, but for their willingness to roll up their sleeves and stand with farmers, students, and volunteers to strengthen Missouri’s communities.”

Photos of the orange-lit Capitol will be available on Governor Kehoe's Flickr page.