Iowans We’ve Helped

Share hope with neighbors this holiday season
Throughout her life, Cheryl has been an administrative assistant and driven semitrucks for a living. She worked hard to retire…
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Food Bank of Iowa awards $20,000 grant to Iowa State University student food pantry
Des Moines, Iowa (September 21, 2021) — Food Bank of Iowa has awarded a $20,000 grant to Iowa State University’s…
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You put food on the table for Joy’s family
Joy is the sole provider for her children. And since she has a large family, coming up with food for…
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Thanks from Crystal’s family
“I am choosing between paying bills and food right now.” This is Crystal, mother of two growing kids. Currently, Crystal’s…
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You’re making healthy food more accessible
Grace has five grandchildren who she often cares for. The more food she gets, the more she can feed her…
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Food Bank of Iowa’s Smoke Out Hunger Event Provides 209,000 Meals to Iowans Experiencing Hunger
BBQ event raised awareness and funds for fighting hunger in Iowa. View photos from Smoke Out…
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Willa’s Heartfelt Words of Thanks!
Like many families across Iowa these days, Willa struggles to afford food. She receives some disability assistance, but…
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Ka’Meka’s Community Rallies to Help All
“I got laid off due to COVID. It was the first time I haven’t worked since I was…
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Delivering Hope to Iowa’s Families!
‘ “We wouldn’t have food if it wasn’t for this pantry,” says Terence, a father of four, ranging in age…
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Food Bank of Iowa Distributes 1,000 Meal Boxes to Des Moines Public School District (DMPS) Families
Local collaboration provides cause for spring celebration. With support from Fareway and Murphy Family Foundation, meal boxes, which included…
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Thank You from DeAnna
As the pandemic continues to disrupt lives and livelihoods, people across Iowa are facing huge challenges. Among them is…
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Heartfelt Thanks from a Grateful Grandfather
After 23 years in law enforcement, Jack had looked forward to retirement. With two children, seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren,…
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