You can feed an Iowan facing hunger for less than $2 a day. 96 cents of every dollar donated go directly to feed our neighbors.
DONATEFood Bank of Iowa fights hunger so no Iowan has to struggle to find food. We’re here to help when you need us. And we appreciate your help, whether it’s through donations of time, money or food.
Hunger can happen to anyone, including you. And it hits closer to home than you might imagine. It impacts Iowans of all ages, including hardworking people with jobs who can’t afford nutritious food. Food insecurity affects kids, people with disabilities, older Iowans living on fixed incomes, and those who are dealing with job loss or medical expenses. Learn more about the Iowans we help.
Lou Sipolt Jr., host of Local 5’s “Iowa Live,” will join Food Bank of Iowa and Nationwide to emcee the fifth annual “Chopped — One-Dish Wonders” competition at the Iowa State Fair on Aug. 17.
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The One Big, Beautiful Bill Act could slash billions in federal dollars from SNAP and eliminate 9.5 billion meals per year. Food banks can’t begin to meet the crushing need the bill would create, and states are in no position to absorb millions in cost-sharing, Food Bank of Iowa CEO Tami Nielsen writes.
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Food Bank of Iowa’s board of directors has appointed Tami Nielsen as its next president and CEO, following a national search.
Read MoreIt’s an ongoing challenge to make sure all of our neighbors have the food they need to thrive. We partner with 700 agencies in 55 counties to distribute 2.5 million pounds of food each month.
Meeting the growing need for food assistance is a monumental task. Through partnerships with 700 agencies in 55 counties, we ensure our neighbors have access to enough nutritious food. Learn more about becoming a partner agency or program partner.
In Iowa, 1 in 8 adults and 1 in 6 children face hunger. Like Ka’Meka, a working mom of three who lost her job. Or Willa, a disabled veteran who takes care of her grandchildren. With assistance from our partner network, we’re ensuring our neighbors won’t go hungry. Read more about Iowans we’ve helped and share your own story with us.
