Iowans We’ve Helped

Thank you for helping to bridge the hunger gap
Lisa shops for her family at Hawkeye Harvest, a Food Bank of Iowa partner in Mason City. As the mother…
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Food Bank of Iowa expands to meet growing need
Des Moines, Iowa (Aug. 9, 2022) — Food Bank of Iowa officials today announced a 30,000-square-foot addition to the…
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Record number seek food assistance
Des Moines, Iowa — In May, Food Bank of Iowa partners served the highest number of individuals in the organization’s…
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Shamar shares gratitude
Shamar has been part of our community her whole life, so she was very familiar with Food Bank of…
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Neighbors living on fixed incomes are thankful for YOU
David proudly served as a Marine until 1986. He has two adult children – it’s just David at home these…
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You’re making a difference for Clarissa’s family
Clarissa loves to cook. One of her favorite activities is getting creative in the kitchen. Her two kids enjoy simple…
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Food Bank of Iowa recognized for exceptional work by Feeding America
Food Bank of Iowa was recognized at Feeding America's annual conference for its exceptional work in seeking new partnerships, particularly in Latino, African and Asian immigrant communities.
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You strengthen Iowa from within
Before COVID, Marla earned money as a caregiver, but her work dried up quickly during the pandemic. Ever since,…
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You have Lourdes’ back
Lourdes receives food from a Food Bank of Iowa partner …
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BackPack Program™ comes with an extra helping of kindness at Altoona Elementary
Des Moines, Iowa (Dec. 17, 2021) — Talk to Jane Kayser at Altoona Elementary, and you’ll learn new insights…
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You ensure kindness is never out of reach
Finis, 51, and Bryan, 55, are part of a big, wonderful family with children who are mostly grown and independent.
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Help protect kids’ mental and physical well-being
Heather is currently between jobs because of the pandemic, but she’s holding her own as an accounting student. Her son,…
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