May is Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This is a time to raise awareness of and reduce the stigma surrounding mental and behavioral health issues. The Idaho Foodbank’s mission is about…
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A Lifetime of Nutritious Eating for Seniors & Older Americans
Every May, the US Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Community Living celebrates the observance of Older Americans Month. The 2024 theme is Powered by Connection, which recognizes…
Remembering Craig Stein
We were saddened to learn about the passing of Craig Stein. Craig was a long-time supporter of our mission to help our neighbors facing food insecurity. Craig and his wife…
Staff Spotlight: Gabrielle Black – Mobile & Partner Specialist, Meridian
Before working at The Idaho Foodbank, what was the most unusual or interesting job you’ve ever had? Most interesting was working at a movie theater. We always got to watch…
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month!
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month! Volunteers are essential to The Idaho Foodbank and our network of over 440 food distribution partners as we work together to end hunger in Idaho. In…
Summer EBT
The Summer EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer) Program is a new federal program that provides money to low-income families with school-aged children to purchase food when schools are closed for the…
Million Meals in March Conclusion!
The Idaho Foodbank is excited to announce the results of the 8th annual Million Meals in March Corporate Challenge. This was a way for participating companies to have a friendly…
Giving Back on the Palouse
The Idaho Foodbank was excited to have worked with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) and their employees during their annual campaign supporting individuals and families struggling with hunger in their local…
Idaho Gives Begins on April 29th!
Mark your calendar: Idaho Gives is happening from April 29th to May 2nd! Idaho Gives is a program of the Idaho Nonprofit Center that is designed to bring the state…
Another Successful Empty Bowls Event in Pocatello!
Each year, Idaho State University (ISU) Clay Club students and local artists join forces with the Pocatello Arts Council and The Idaho Foodbank to put on the Empty Bowls event…
Inspired to Make a Difference
Motivated by their desire to give back, Dan and Kathy Boespflug worked with Trish Sears to bring together a group of friends and acquaintances to learn more about food insecurity…
Nutrition and Gardening – Garden Vegetable Gnocchi
Idaho has a diverse landscape for gardening. This is the perfect time to start planting seeds in your garden and growing fresh fruits and vegetables. Gardening provides you with fruits…