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Volunter Spotlight: Burke Shiffler
After retiring from the Des Moines Public Library in 2020, Burke Shiffler knew he wanted to spend his next chapter…
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Volunteer Spotlight: Joan Fall
For retired teacher Joan Fall, giving back runs in the family. “My family is a family of volunteers, so it’s…
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Volunteer Spotlight: Mike Kamper
Food Bank of Iowa’s mission has been important to Mike Kamper for a while. He and his wife had contributed…
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Volunteer Spotlight: Bob Forte
For more than seven years, Bob Forte has been a consistent and compassionate presence at Food Bank of Iowa. Motivated…
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Volunteer Spotlight: Jackie Myers
Since 2020, Jackie Myers has been a dedicated volunteer with Food Bank of Iowa. What started as a way…
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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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Kathy lends a helping hand
Kathy loves the sense of community and purpose she finds in helping to end hunger in her own neighborhood. We're grateful for compassionate volunteers like her!
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As consumers scramble for eggs, Food Bank of Iowa receives a major donation from Michael Foods
With tight supply and high egg prices looming indefinitely, Food Bank of Iowa and the neighbors it serves have caught a lucky break -- thanks to a generous donation from Michael Foods.
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