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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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Volunteer Spotlight: Jane Hartman
Jane Hartman began volunteering at Food Bank of Iowa in 2020, inspired by her late husband’s experience with food…
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Volunteer Spotlight: Tom Froehle
Tom Froehle has volunteered at Food Bank of Iowa for more than three years, driven by a strong belief…
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Volunteer Spotlight: Maggie Lambi
Maggie Lambi has been volunteering at Food Bank of Iowa for about two years, continuing work she began before…
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Volunteer Spotlight: Morrie Bryant
Morrie Bryant has volunteered at Food Bank of Iowa since 2017, finding purpose and community through service. “When I…
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Volunteer Spotlight: Janyne and Dennis Lowenberg
Since November 2022, Janyne and Dennis Lowenberg have been regular volunteers at Food Bank of Iowa, bringing energy, joy…
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