Northeast Iowa Food Bank

Our food sourcing team recently made a couple Iowa LFPA site visits to farms and pantries. The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service established the Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program (LFPA). The purpose of this program is to maintain and improve food and agricultural supply chain resiliency within state and tribal governments to support local, regional, and underserved producers through the purchase of domestic local foods. Learn more about the work they do here: https://iowalfpa.org/ #neifb #foodbank #foodsourcing #Iowa

PERSONAL CARE DRIVE: NEIFB’s Personal Care Drive encourages donations of personal care items such as deodorant, soap, shampoo, conditioner, feminine hygiene products, toothpaste, and toothbrushes. Click here to find a donation drop-off site: https://lnkd.in/gjD6628T #neifb #thankyou

As the week begins, we wanted to share again about the recent change in the number of meals we can provide, as we deeply value your trust and are committed to transparency. Due to rising costs, $1 now provides 3.5 meals instead of up to 4. Your support is crucial in helping those facing food insecurity in northeast Iowa, especially during these challenging times. If you can contribute $15 a month, please consider joining our community initiative, Team NEIFB. For more information, visit www.neifb.org/teamneifb. Thank you for your ongoing support. #neifb #teamneifb

NEIFB was so proud to take part in the Hy-Vee INDYCAR Race Weekend at Iowa Speedway! The weekend was proof there are so many passionate fans and food security advocates working together to raise awareness in our communities. Please join Hy-Vee and Feeding America's 100 Million Meals challenge and help NEIFB by rounding up at the register at Hy-Vee, Dollar Fresh Market and Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh locations until the end of August.  Hy-Vee, Inc. INDYCAR Iowa Speedway Feeding America #neifb #100MMeals #foodbank #iowa

NEIFB is thrilled to participate in the Cedar Valley Farm Crawl on August 11! From 1 to 5pm, join us for a family-friendly adventure where you can meet local producers and discover the variety of locally grown and produced foods available. Don’t miss the chance to visit the NEIFB garden, one of the highlights on the route! Registration is limited and required, so secure your spot today here: https://lnkd.in/gGdnED7B. Thank you! #neifb #cedarvalley

PERSONAL CARE DRIVE: Many families struggle not only with food insecurity, but with providing personal care items for themselves and their families. Since government food assistance programs such as SNAP does not aid with purchasing care items, the Northeast Iowa Food Bank’s Personal Care Drive encourages donations of personal care items for our neighbors such as deodorant, soap, shampoo, conditioner, feminine hygiene products, toothpaste, and toothbrushes. Click here to find a donation drop-off site: https://lnkd.in/gjD6628T #neifb

NEIFB Announcement: We've found that due to increased costs, $1 now provides 3.5 meals instead of up to 4. Transparency is key to us, especially concerning food insecurity in the 16 counties we serve. Donations are critically needed as we navigate this challenge and meet rising demand. Please donate at www.neifb.org. Thank you for your continuous support in ending hunger in northeast Iowa. #neifb

Today, we celebrate our leader and friend, Barbara Prather. Every day, Barbara guides our mission with strength and compassion. Thank you, Barb, for your incredible dedication to the northeast Iowa community! #neifb

We are so appreciative to Stuff Etc Waterloo for their support! They have chosen the Northeast Iowa Food Bank to be the organization they donate to during July, August, and September. Donate canned goods in exchange for a Free Early Bird ticket to their upcoming ½ Price Sale. All canned goods and purchases of Early Bird tickets are donated to NEIFB! Thank you, Stuff Etc Waterloo! #neifb

SUN Programs help kids and teens thrive in the summertime and beyond, giving families new and convenient ways to get nutritious food for their kids when school's out. Follow along and stay tuned for more! Click here to find meals close to you: https://lnkd.in/euExPrk8