Choose Nutrients that Protect Your Brain
Research shows that there is an association between what you eat and a healthy brain as you age. Consistently choosing foods that are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and fiber can…
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Staff Spotlight — Vonda Pattee — Shared Operational Service Specialist, Meridian
The thing I enjoy most about my job is.. Helping people What is your greatest personal achievement? My son What is the best advice you have ever received? It is not…
2026 Legislative Session wrap-up
The 2026 session of the Idaho Legislature has ended and there were a couple of bills that The Idaho Foodbank was following due to their impact on the work we do and food insecurity. After significant public opposition from various community organizations, church groups, and food…
Volunteer Appreciation Month – 2026
Over 25,000 people across the state volunteered at The Idaho Foodbank in our last fiscal year! We are grateful for the volunteers in our partner network who are an integral part of the…
Volunteers Remake Food Pantry in Nez Perce County
Episcopal Church of the Nativity serves Nez Perce County in Lewiston, Idaho. They have been serving the community for over 15 years. Two years ago, Episcopal Church Pantry went through a huge restructuring, going from a pre-boxed model in the basement of…
Feeding the 5000: A Spring Tradition of Giving and Gathering
For over a quarter of a century, the Portneuf Valley Interfaith Fellowship has united our community through their “Feeding the 5000” food drive and fundraising campaign. With events scattered throughout…
2026 Partner Conferences
Last month The Idaho Foodbank hosted our first partner conferences of the year. The regional conferences in Boise and Twin Falls brought together around 80 of our partner agencies, all of whom are…
Matching Madness
The first annual Matching Madness Challenge has officially concluded. This friendly competition raised enough funds to provide food for up to 19,578 meals for Idahoans in need. The Idaho Foodbank proudly thanks Commercial Tire…
Spotlighting Food Rescue for Earth Day
April 22nd is Earth Day. Earth Day began in 1970 in the United States and today it is observed in nearly 200 countries. According to Feeding America, 29% of all food in the U.S. goes unsold or uneaten (equating to roughly 94 billion pounds, or…
Addressing Community Needs with Bank of America
The Idaho Foodbank is deeply grateful for the generous and longstanding support of Bank of America and the Bank of America Charitable Foundation. Since 2008, Bank of America has invested…
Employee Spotlight – Jana Wolf, Director of Programs & Partnerships – Meridian
1. Before working at The Idaho Foodbank, what was the most unusual or interesting job you’ve ever had? I spent every summer of my life until I was 21 working at my…
National Nutrition Month: Discover the Power of Nutrition
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…