About Us

The Idaho Foodbank is an independent, donor-supported, nonprofit organization founded in 1984, and is the largest distributor of free food assistance in Idaho. In its 38-year history, The Foodbank has distributed millions of pounds of food through its facilities in Meridian, Lewiston, and Pocatello. In the last fiscal year, The Foodbank provided food for nearly 22 million meals to Idahoans in need. The Foodbank distributes food through a network of more than 480 community-based partners including schools, food pantries, senior centers, feeding sites, shelters, and churches. Recognizing the crucial connection between hunger and health, The Idaho Foodbank focuses on healthy food options and partners with community programs to promote nutrition education and healthy living.