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.
Omaha Steaks and United Rentals Make a Significant Donation
Omaha Steaks and United Rentals are stepping up their commitment to fight hunger. The joint effort of these companies made a donation of more than 8,600 meals to help Heartland neighbors during a critical time of need.
Omaha Steaks and United Rentals Make a Significant Donation
Omaha Steaks and United Rentals are stepping up their commitment to fight hunger. The joint effort of these companies made a donation of more than 8,600 meals to help Heartland neighbors during a critical time of need.
KETV talks with Gail Simmons
Gail Simmons helped make the Food Bank’s 23rd annual Celebrity Chef event one of the most impactful fundraisers in its history.
Nebraska opts into summer EBT program
Gov. Jim Pillen announced Monday that the state would opt into the federal summer EBT program after previously rejecting the aid.
Summer EBT proposal draws no opponents at hearing
A hearing for a bill that would force Nebraska’s governor to accept federal funding for the summer EBT program, drew no opponents.
SHINE THE LIGHT ON HUNGER CAMPAIGN EXCEEDS GOAL
Food Bank for the Heartland is excited to share the results of our 17th annual Shine the Light on Hunger campaign.
Food Bank remembers former President & CEO
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Food Bank for the Heartland’s former President and CEO, Susan Ogborn.
The Dish: Winter 2024 Edition
Learn how a Food Bank program is helping families thrive, discover how you can help children facing food insecurity through a generous match, read about ways you can make your voice heard in the fight against hunger, get your tickets to Celebrity Chef, and more!
Current & Upcoming Events
Woodhouse BackPack Match
1 in 9 Heartland children is facing hunger. Woodhouse Auto Family has stepped up to help with a $500,000 match for our BackPack Program, which provides weekend meals for 8,357 children each week during the school year.
Get your tickets to Cocktails & Cans!
Please join us on April 10th for cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and an opportunity to make a difference in our community!
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The Dish: Our Quarterly Newsletter
The Dish: Winter 2024 Edition
Learn how a Food Bank program is helping families thrive, discover how you can help children facing food insecurity through a generous match, read about ways you can make your voice heard in the fight against hunger, get your tickets to Celebrity Chef, and more!
The Dish: Fall 2023 Edition
Learn how you are delivering hope across the Heartland, see highlights from last year, discover how to create a lasting impact and feed future generations, see upcoming events, and more.
The Dish: Summer 2023 Edition
Learn more about legislation and how it affects the Food Bank’s mission, children taking a stand against hunger, and more.
The Dish: Spring 2023 Edition
Learn more about volunteering at the Food Bank, meet Chase Boyd, view photos from Celebrity Chef, and more.
The Dish: Winter 2023 Edition
Check out our Winter 2023 edition of The Dish and stay informed on everything happening at the Food Bank.
The Dish: Fall 2022 Edition
Check out our latest edition of The Dish and stay informed on everything happening at the Food Bank.