News and Community Voices

Every day, Food Bank for the Heartland works with community leaders, donors, volunteers, and Network Partners to create a healthier Heartland. Learn more about the latest developments in the fight against hunger and the work being done to help our neighbors in need.

Food Banks Struggling Before Recession Arrives

November 28, 2022

With news of a looming recession ahead, food banks across the country are already struggling to get by.

Food Banks Struggling Before Recession Arrives

November 28, 2022

With news of a looming recession ahead, food banks across the country are already struggling to get by.

Photo of Food Bank for the Heartland truck in front of Baker's store

Community participates in Stuff the Truck event

November 19, 2022

Learn how the public came together and how many pounds were collected during our Shine the Light on Hunger Stuff the Truck event!

Photo of Food Bank for the Heartland's warehouse shelves

Shine the Light on Hunger Comes at a Pivotal time for the Food Bank

November 17, 2022

Food Bank for the Heartland is hoping to shine a light on hunger this holiday season and raise three million meals for neighbors in need.

Photo of Kelly Ptacek, VP of External Affairs, and HDR team members in front of "Wave of Impact" built from canned food

Global Company serves neighbors in need through art

October 24, 2022

A global company is making a local impact on neighbors in need through a special art project.

Fall 2022 edition of The Dish photos of Network Partners with fresh produce and volunteers husking corn

The Dish: Fall 2022 Edition

September 29, 2022

Check out our latest edition of The Dish and stay informed on everything happening at the Food Bank.

Farmland Donates Nearly 30,000 pounds of protein to the Food Bank

September 27, 2022

Through their second-annual Honoring the Heartland tour, Farmland is investing in the next generation of ag leaders and supporting at-risk neighbors with protein-rich food donations.