Book of Lists 2026
Food Bank of Iowa team members attended the Jan. 8, 2026 Book of Lists unveiling in downtown Des Moines. Pictured (left to right) are Emily Shearer, vice president of food acquisition and advocacy; Terri Vaughan, board chair; CEO Tami Nielsen; Annette Hacker, chief communications and strategy officer; Bergetta Beardsley, vice president of philanthropy; and Emma Runde, marketing and events manager.

Our team is honored and humbled to be recognized as the metro’s most influential nonprofit organization by Des Moines Business Record readers.

It’s wonderful to be included among 25 respected nonprofits all working to improve lives. Thanks to support from steadfast donors, partners and volunteers, we’re grateful for the opportunity to provide food and hope for our neighbors facing hunger. It’s our privilege to serve the community.

Food Bank of Iowa was last ranked No. 1 in 2023, and was voted No. 2 in 2024 and 2025.

The annual “Book of Lists” contains more than 75 lists from a variety of industries, profiles of local leaders, market research and a community calendar. Learn more on the Business Record’s website.