The Iowa Deer Exchange Program is a free online database where deer hunters willing to provide venison can connect with Iowans who want venison. Hunters may sign up as a deer donor or recipient with the Iowa Deer Exchange.
Hunters and recipients who had previously registered for the Deer Exchange Program should review their information to make sure it is still accurate and active. There is no cost to participate. It is illegal to sell wild fish and game in Iowa.
The Iowa DNR, the Food Bank of Iowa and 32 meat lockers also participate in the Help Us Stop Hunger program for 2025. Hunters are encouraged to contact a participating locker before they harvest a deer to see if the locker has any additional drop off instructions.