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You bridge the gap for Iowa’s seniors
Born and raised in Murray, Dean is 83 now and a widower, but he still lives among the beautiful trees and land he has maintained for years. When he’s not in the woods, you’ll find Dean tending his garden. “I grow…
https://foodbankiowa.org/news/you-bridge-the-gap-for-iowas-seniorsyou-bridge-the-gap-for-iowas-seniors/You’re feeding the future
This summer, your support is helping families like Quenton and Brooke’s get back on their feet — and inspiring them to pay your kindness forward. “So many people have made us feel so loved and welcome,” Brooke says of the family’s…
https://foodbankiowa.org/news/youre-fueling-our-future/Mother-daughter duos are dedicated volunteers
Meet Darlene and Jahn, and Annabelle and Jane -- devoted mother-daughter duos who volunteer at Food Bank of Iowa.
https://foodbankiowa.org/news/mothers-set-example-of-sharing-time/You help fuel Jan’s days
Jan, 73, recently retired from a long and fulfilling career, but with two children, three grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren, life is still very full. And thanks to friends like you, she has nutritious food to fuel her busy days. “I…
https://foodbankiowa.org/news/you-help-fuel-jans-days/Food Bank of Iowa honored by Feeding America
Food Bank of Iowa, as a member of the Disaster-Ready Midwest Region, received Feeding America’s 2023 “Living Our Values” award for outstanding commitment to the network at its annual conference April 20. Food Bank of Iowa shares this award with…
https://foodbankiowa.org/news/food-bank-of-iowa-honored-by-feeding-america/New records set for food assistance
New records have been set in the number of individuals and children served by Food Bank of Iowa and its partners.
https://foodbankiowa.org/news/new-records-set-for-food-assistance/Learn about food banking
Most people don't know the difference between a food bank and a food pantry, how a food bank works, or how pervasive food insecurity is here in Iowa. Learn more in this brief overview by Food Bank of Iowa CEO Michelle Book.
https://foodbankiowa.org/news/learn-more-about-food-bank-of-iowa/Cat is thankful for your help
Serving others has been Catherine’s life’s work. Cat, as her friends call her, has worked in some of the finest restaurants from Chicago to Miami to Seattle. Des Moines is where she calls home today, but health issues have closed…
https://foodbankiowa.org/news/cat-is-thankful-for-your-help/Volunteers share food and hope with neighbors
After retiring in 2017, Vicki and Richard decided to find a way to help within their own community. So they began volunteering at the food pantry at Murray Church of Christ. “We staff the pantry, help with the ordering and…
https://foodbankiowa.org/news/volunteers-share-food-and-hope-with-neighbors-facing-hunger/A place that feels like home
Jim has led a storied life with many interesting turns. He’s been a teacher, a Detroit assembly line worker, and even a professional musician. He’s what many of us would call a Renaissance man. Even in his retirement, he still…
https://foodbankiowa.org/news/a-place-that-feels-like-home/A lifeline for families like Alicia’s
Children are dear to the heart of longtime Norwalk resident Alicia, so working as a paraeducator in the special education classroom is fulfilling. Then came hip replacement surgery, which has sidelined her from work she loves…and means missed income, too. …
https://foodbankiowa.org/news/a-lifeline-for-families-like-alicias/Food Bank of Iowa, DMARC commit to work together, share path forward
The Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC) and Food Bank of Iowa (FBOI) today announced plans for a new food rescue partnership and coordinated distribution standards to assist Polk County neighbors facing food insecurity.
https://foodbankiowa.org/news/food-bank-of-iowa-dmarc-commit-to-work-together-share-path-forward/