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FBOI 165 Blog#4
August 28, 2023

You give neighbors hope

Stephen is a hardworking father who does everything in his power to provide for his two sons, ages 12 and…

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FBOI 165 Blog#2
August 28, 2023

You’re fueling our future!

Becket, Bella and Elijah are about to start a new school year, and a community of support is going with…

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FBOI 165 Blog#1
August 28, 2023

Thank you for strengthening Tony’s family

Tony’s priorities as a father and grandfather are clear — provide for his family and spend quality time with them.

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Michelle Book
August 16, 2023

School pantries support families, help fill hunger gap

Food Bank of Iowa CEO Michelle Book shares the valuable support school pantries provide as students head back to class this fall.

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First Lutheran Church food pantry in Clarion
July 28, 2023

Food Bank of Iowa serves record number in FY2023

Food Bank of Iowa ended fiscal year 2023 breaking every record in its 41-year history. Among the 55 counties it serves, Food Bank of Iowa distributed 21 million pounds of food, or the equivalent of 17.5 million meals.

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Dean Burdess Murry COC 2 (1)
May 18, 2023

You bridge the gap for Iowa’s seniors

Born and raised in Murray, Dean is 83 now and a widower, but he still lives among the beautiful trees…

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Quenton, Brooke and baby Ava
May 12, 2023

You’re feeding the future

This summer, your support is helping families like Quenton and Brooke’s get back on their feet — and inspiring them to…

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Catherine Young River Walk 3
February 21, 2023

Cat is thankful for your help

Serving others has been Catherine’s life’s work. Cat, as her friends call her, has worked in some of the finest…

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Jim at Pella Food Shelf
February 21, 2023

A place that feels like home

Jim has led a storied life with many interesting turns. He’s been a teacher, a Detroit assembly line worker, and…

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Alicia Berry Norwalk FB 1
February 21, 2023

A lifeline for families like Alicia’s

Children are dear to the heart of longtime Norwalk resident Alicia, so working as a paraeducator in the special education…

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Bob Griffiths Norwalk FB 4
November 8, 2022

Thankful for healthy food on the table

Bob gives a thumbs up to express his thanks for help with the nutritious food he needs. With record inflation,…

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Arya Gibler Sals Cupboard 5 1
November 8, 2022

You’re fueling Arya’s dreams

Having access to nutritious food is deeply appreciated by neighbors like Arya. New to the Marshalltown area, 22-year-old Arya is…

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