Smoke Out Hunger is back for 2021! All proceeds benefit Food Bank of Iowa’s work to end hunger in Iowa! Kids 6-12 have a reduced price ticket, and kids 5 and under get in free.This annual family-friendly event on Sunday, July 25th welcomes people young and old to enjoy all-you-can-eat barbeque prepared by Central Iowa chefs, complemented by craft beer, dessert, table games, and live music. Have fun with your entire family while helping another Iowa family in need. We want to share a big THANK YOU to Nationwide for sponsoring Smoke Out Hunger 2021!Location: Cowles Commons | 221 Walnut St, De...

Become a Meal Maker with a monthly donation to Food Bank of Iowa! Our Meal Makers monthly giving program is an opportunity to provide ongoing support to Food Bank of Iowa – which keeps our shelves stocked, our trucks on the road every day, and food on the table for the Iowans who need it most.At Food Bank of Iowa, a donation of $1 provides 4 meals. Your gift of $10/month or more provides 480+ meals each year to hungry Iowans. Here are more ways monthly giving makes an impact:$20/month = feeds 1 child through the BackPack Program for 1 year$30/month = provides at least 3 meals a day, every d...

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Forget the heavy lifting, donating is just a click away with a Virtual Food Drive! In fact, your donation will go further with a virtual food drive and provides a simple and immediate way to help end hunger in Iowa.What is a Virtual Food Drive?A Virtual Food Drive is a web-based tool allowing individuals and organizations to host a food drive through Food Bank of Iowa’s website. Donations can be made securely online giving everyone on your team a chance to see the progress in real time. With just a few clicks, anyone can purchase the most-needed items and make a difference in the lives of n...