Nutrition Powers Better Health March is National Nutrition Month! Nutritious food is one of the strongest tools we have for long‑term health. When families have access to fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean…
Last month, many of our partners in the North Central area gathered for a Trauma-Informed Care training hosted by The Episcopal Church of the Nativity and The Idaho Foodbank. The in-person session explored…
Saturday, February 21st marked the fourth year that dedicated homeowners from the Tamarack community have come together with one shared purpose: to raise meaningful funds to help feed Idahoans in need. What began as…
The Idaho Foodbank hosted our first Food Security Day at the Capitol in February. Sixteen of our partners came to the Idaho State Capitol to share information about the work they do in…
Last month was INL Night at the Idaho Falls Spud Kings Hockey Game. Idaho National Lab (INL) employees, families and community members gathered at the Mountain America Center for an evening…
For more than two decades, Lamb Weston has been a steadfast partner in strengthening hunger‑relief efforts across Idaho. Since 2001, the company has contributed more than $800,000 to The Idaho…
What is your WHY, why do you work at The Idaho Foodbank? I work at The Foodbank because I have always believed in helping people receive food, especially children. They are…
February marks American Heart Month, a nationwide reminder to care for our hearts and protect our long‑term health. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, affecting men,…
Thank you to Jollymore’s Fine Dining in Lewiston for supporting The Idaho Foodbank during the month of January! A portion of the proceeds from three of their special menu events in January went to The Idaho Foodbank’s operations in North Central Idaho. We appreciate…
The Idaho Foodbank is thrilled to celebrate the grand opening of The Salvation Army in Boise’s new Client Choice Food Pantry. Instead of receiving a pre-packed box, families can now walk…
Beginning February 15th, Idaho SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) dollars have new restrictions on what food you can purchase. SNAP dollars cannot be used to purchase candy and soda. The Idaho Department of Health &…
Nearly 1 in 4 deaths in 2023 was attributed to heart disease, and high blood pressure continues to be one of the most significant risk factors. Almost half of U.S. adults live with…
