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.
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.
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.
March 19, 2025 Storm Resources
Food Bank for the Heartland is committed to supporting our neighbors affected by the recent storms and related power outages. Together with our partners and the generosity of our community, we’re here to provide food, support, and hope.
Culinary Cook-Off Chefs Tour the Food Bank
In anticipation of the Food Bank’s 24th annual Celebrity Chef fundraiser, local chefs toured the Food Bank to learn more about the need and the mission.
Omaha Steaks & United Rentals Make Joint Donation to the Food Bank
Omaha Steaks and United Rentals delivered post-holiday gifts to the Food Bank to help Heartland neighbors facing hunger.
Hy-Vee Presents the Food Bank with large donation
The check presentation was the culmination of a 20-month campaign in partnership with Feeding America to help combat food insecurity.
Food Bank selected to receive transformational grant from Pacific Life
A transformational grant will help support the Food Bank’s capital campaign and build a larger warehouse to source and distribute more healthy food.
Shine the Light on Hunger campaign exceeds goal
Food Bank for the Heartland is excited to share the results of our 18th annual Shine the Light on Hunger campaign.
Current & Upcoming Events
7th Annual Foodies Grocery Games
The annual fundraiser runs from May 9–18. This year’s goal is $10,000, which will be generously matched by Foodies founder Jayne Timmerman, along with her husband, Daniel Jaksich.
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: 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.
The Dish: Summer 2022 Edition
Check out our latest edition of The Dish and stay informed on everything happening at the Food Bank.
