The Durham Rescue Mission launched a month-long campaign this week called "Fight Hunger in the Triangle." Public service announcements in media outlets, mass e-mails and ads on 20 DATA buses will be used to bring awareness to hunger in Durham.

The campaign is seeking donations to help the mission restock its food pantry, which has been depleted over the summer. Recently, the mission gave 1,500 bags of groceries to needy families during its annual back-to-school party.

Sponsors for the campaign include Curtis Media, SunTrust Bank and Verizon.

Donations can be made by calling the mission at (919) 582-FOOD or online at the mission's secure Web site, www.durhamrescuemission.org.

Last year, the Rescue Mission provided about 200,000 meals to needy people. The mission provides food, long-term shelter, clothing, counseling and vocational training for an average of 165 men, women and children every day.