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Big, Beautiful Bill would be devastating for hunger relief
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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Nielsen to lead Food Bank of Iowa
Food Bank of Iowa's board of directors has appointed Tami Nielsen as its next president and CEO, following a national search.
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“It’s an us effort”
Food Bank of Iowa stocks the pantry at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School in Newton, and counselor Denise Townsend and her team carry out the important task of feeding children every day.
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Your generosity keeps Bobby and Kristin healthy
Bobby and his wife, Kristin, both manage Type 2 diabetes. Recently, they've relied on visits to a Food Bank of Iowa partner to supplement the protein and fresh produce they need to stay healthy.
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Your help is a blessing to Robbie
Robbie is retired and lives on a limited fixed income. He visits Bethesda Community Food Pantry, a Food Bank of Iowa partner in Ames, to help fill his table.
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Full plates for Makayla’s family
Makayla and her youngest daughter, Justice, prepare nutritious family meals together, thanks to your generous support. "It helps families out a lot when they need it the most," Makayla says.
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Feeding America study: Food insecurity has increased in every Iowa county
12% of Iowans (1 in 8) and 16.6% of Iowa children (1 in 6) face food insecurity. That’s according to Feeding America’s annual Map the Meal Gap study, out May 14.
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Earth Day: Saving the planet, one meal at a time
This Earth Day and every day, food banks play a critical role in reducing food waste. At Food Bank of Iowa, one-third of the more than 27 million pounds of food distributed annually comes from food rescue.
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IFBA poll: 2 in 3 Iowans say food insecurity negatively affects their communities
A new survey from the Iowa Food Bank Association finds food insecurity is a bipartisan concern among the state's registered voters, and 52% of respondents said the state is not doing enough to help.
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You’re fueling strong futures
Stan planned ahead as best he could, but long-term health effects ended his beloved 30-year career at a local grocery store. Support from a Food Bank of Iowa partner pantry helps Stan and his family bridge the gaps in their limited budget.
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You help Vanessa fill the table
Nothing brings Vanessa joy like her family. She wants to give them "good, quality food," but it can be a balancing act to afford groceries and other necessities. That's why she's grateful for food access through her local Food Bank of Iowa partner pantry.
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John pays it forward
Despite health challenges, John continues to care for his community in retirement. He's grateful for friends like you, who help ensure he doesn't have to go without healthy food.
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