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 and pantries sound alarm on proposed SNAP Cuts
Food Bank for the Heartland and Omaha pantries say they are facing increased need, while SNAP cuts would put more burden on pantries.
Food Banks and pantries sound alarm on proposed SNAP Cuts
Food Bank for the Heartland and Omaha pantries say they are facing increased need, while SNAP cuts would put more burden on pantries.
Op-Ed: As Nebraska Food Banks Face Funding Cuts, the Gap between the need and available resources widens
On May 31, 2025, Brian Barks, President and CEO of Food Bank for the Heartland, and Michaella Kumke, President and CEO of Food Bank of Lincoln, developed a joint op-ed to encourage people to contact their U.S. Senator about the proposed changes to SNAP under the House’s Reconciliation Budget bill.
Cuts to food assistance would hit rural America especially hard
As the need for food assistance increases, hunger advocates fear cuts to SNAP will only make things worse.
Food Pantries and Food Banks Say SNAP Cuts Would be Devastating
Food Bank for the Heartland says any changes to SNAP would significantly impact their operations, pantry partners, and neighbors in need.
Man with terminal illness visits the Food Bank to volunteer
With just months to live, a Texas man is making it his mission to give back by serving others.
Federal Cuts gut Food Banks
Food bank shortages across the country, stemming from high demand and cuts to federal aid programs, are impacting small communities nationwide.
Food Bank Hosts Annual Conference in North Platte
Food Bank for the Heartland met with Nebraska pantry partners in North Platte for its annual agency conference.
Current & Upcoming Events
Cubby’s launches campaign to help food banks fight hunger
Food Bank for the Heartland and Cubby’s team up for a register round-up campaign to fight hunger across the Midwest.
Woodhouse BackPack Match
1 in 5 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 8,700 children each week during the school year.
Hy-Vee and Feeding America 100 Million Meals Challenge: We Still Need Your Help!
Last year, Hy-Vee and Feeding America announced an ambitious challenge—to raise the funds and donations equivalent to 100 million meals. So far, Hy-Vee has raised 62 million meals across their region. Your help is still needed! 100% of the money you donate to your local Hy-Vee stores directly benefits Food Bank for the Heartland. Please be sure to share the challenge with your friends and family. The need has never been greater in our community—join the challenge today!
Featured Story
The Dish: Our Quarterly Newsletter
The Dish: Summer 2025 Edition
Due to cuts to federal funding, the Food Bank and our partners are facing significant challenges in the fight against hunger. Together, we are navigating this uncertainty through collaboration and community support. See the latest food insecurity rates from Feeding America, discover how you can help advocate for our neighbors, and learn how communities across the Heartland are stepping up with kindness and delivering hope.
The Dish: Spring 2025 Edition
In a season filled with uncertainty, this edition of The Dish provides a generous helping of hope, thanks to your support. Discover how a panty in Fremont, Nebraska is providing a lifeline to neighbors in need, get an update on the Food Bank’s new facility, and see the results and photos from Celebrity Chef. This issue also celebrates National Volunteer Month, provides important advocacy updates, and more!
The Dish: Winter 2025 Edition
As childhood hunger rates rise, learn how your support is allowing Food Bank for the Heartland to expand its programs and help Heartland children. Plus, see how you can double your impact through a generous match, make your voice heard by becoming a Food bank advocate, learn more about our upcoming Celebrity Chef fundraiser, and more!
The Dish: Fall 2024 Edition
Learn how the Food Bank’s new facility is rising to meet the need, purchase your tickets for the 24th annual Celebrity Chef Event, discover different ways you can get involved with the Food Bank, and more.
The Dish: Summer 2024 Edition
Learn how your support gave one woman the hope to overcome adversity and how your support affects the Food Bank’s mission, discover the harsh truths of rising food insecurity across the Heartland, become a Monthly Meal Maker to offer assurance to our community, and more.
The Dish: Spring 2024 Edition
Learn how your support helped one woman spread hope after overcoming adversity, discover how you can step up to the plate and Strike Out Hunger this summer, celebrate National Volunteer Month, honor loved ones with a tribute gift, and join us in remembering Susan Ogborn, the Food Bank’s former President and CEO, and more.
