Holiday Events 2018

From June 1 - 30, 2023 when you buy a limited-edition reusable bag for $1.99, Natural Grocers will donate $1 to The Idaho Foodbank.

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​The Union School (Nampa) Rock-A-Thon is a charity fundraiser where all the 301’s from Biff Hall's class ask for pledges from sponsors (friends, family, neighbors and businesses) to see how long they can rock in a rocking chair. All the money raised will be given to the Idaho Foodbank. This is a project for our class to give back to our community.

Pocatello's Interfaith community is bringing back Feeding the 5000. We are truly looking forward to this multiple event campaign. Please come enjoy yourselves and support these efforts to help individuals in Eastern Idaho who are struggling with food insecurity.

The Kickoff Concert: Friday, February 18th starting at 7:00pm being held at Central Christian Church, 918 E. Center Street.

Progressive Dinner: March 11th beginning at 5:30pm.
Station 1: Appetizers, soup, and salad: Central Christian Church, 918 E. Center St.
Station 2: Main Course: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Caldwell Park Building, 135 S. 7th Ave.
Station 3: Dessert: St. Anthony Parish, 524 N. 7th Ave.

Candlelight/Meditation vigil: March 18th, time TBD held at Community of Christ, 4588 Bannock Hwy.

Grocery store Food and Fund drive: April 8th from 10:00am to 4:00pm
Participating grocery stores are Albertsons, Fred Meyer, Ridley's on Pocatello Creek Rd, Ridley's on Main St.

Closing Ceremony: time and place to be announced.

The North Central Branch of the Idaho Foodbank was chosen to receive $1 form every drink sold on Friday, February 17. Three locations to Celebrate #DUTCHLUV

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Sportsmen Against Hunger will be holding their 16th Annual fundraiser to help support the Idaho Foodbank this weekend January 28th and 29th at the Cal Ranch store at Pine Ridge Mall in Chubbuck from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Your favorite sporting organizations will be there. There are also many great prizes to be a raffle off, including a Howa 6.5 Creedmoor3 rifle and a Liberty gun safe provided by Cal Ranch and many more!

Thank you for supporting the Idaho Food Bank, I'm so proud to have partnered with this organization to help our Community - Mark

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KTVB wants to help build a stronger community safety net for basic human needs as well as foster a community spirit of neighbor helping neighbor. All donations (cash and non-perishable food) will go to help The Idaho Foodbank, Boise Rescue Mission, and Salvation Army locations keep their shelves fully stocked and purses full during the winter months when the need for food, shelter, and aid increases. This is the 15th year of 7Cares Idaho Shares.

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Idaho Central Credit Union and Boise State University ESports are proud to present the Giving Games. Gamers compete but the ultimate winners are neighbors facing hunger who will receive nutritious food for meals thanks to contestant and spectator support. For every $1 donated The Idaho Foodbank can provide food for up to 4 meals!

Mark your calendar for December 3rd, because the Santa Fun Run is happening at the Twin Falls Visitors Center at the Perrine Bridge. Get into the Holiday spirit, come dressed as Santa Claus (or not) to run or walk (1 mile or 5k). A donation is suggested to participate with all donations benefitting The Idaho Foodbank. To pre-register, call 801-750-5030, or arrive at 9:00 AM on race day to sign-up.

The Pocatello Art's Council along with the ISU Arts department are excited to hold its 4 Annual Pocatello Empty Bowls event Friday, December 2nd, 2022. This event benefiting the Idaho Foodbank, will be held at Westside Players Warehouse.

Beautiful handmade bowls will be there for you to choose from. Along with the purchase of a bowl, you will be able to enjoy your choice of soups, locally made bread, and beverages for dinner. Westside Players will also be selling adult beverages if you're so inclined.

Entertainment will also be provided by local musicians. We will also have the pleasure of providing awards to Pocatello artists recognizing them and their talent.

McVey Entertainment- Holiday Heroes gives the community an opportunity to donate funds/food and volunteer to help put together food boxes for a food distribution in Lewiston. This campaign is a multi-day in person and a month long online fund drive event. The purpose is to raise enough money at the registers at Rosauers and online to purchase food bags for holiday meals. These food bags/boxes will be distributed at the fair building the week of Christmas.

Help Idaho Pizza Company take a 'slice' out of hunger! All December-long, enjoy deals for bringing in cans of food for The Idaho Foodbank! Bring in three (3) cans of non-perishable food to take part in the following deals: $4.00 off any large pizza, $3.00 off any medium pizza, and $2.00 off any small pizza (cannot be combined with other offers).

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Shoppers can give back in two ways this holiday season through Whole Foods Market’s Shop Local, Give Local campaign. You can purchase any local product and Whole Foods Market will match 100% of the proceeds. You can also donate at the register during check out. 90% of funds given in Idaho will support The Idaho Foodbank with 10% supporting Feeding America.

#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving (in the U.S.) and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and Cyber Monday, #GivingTuesday kicks off the charitable season, when many focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving.

Get ready for our 25th annual Empty Bowls virtual event! Empty Bowls is an international project to fight hunger, personalized by artists and community members, who offer their handcrafted and hand-painted bowls throughout the year. The Idaho Foodbank’s Empty Bowls offers the opportunity to select a unique bowl from thousands. We encourage you to remember that not all our Idaho neighbors are able to meet the basic need of feeding their families. The funds raised by this event help to provide food assistance to those in need this winter holiday season. Bowls start at $15 and sales will open on November 25th at 8AM. Updated bowl pick-up times will be published before bowl sales begin.

If you would like to paint bowls to contribute towards our event this year, contact Ceramica (208-342-3822) or A Way With Clay (208-297-2333) to arrange your time to paint before November 13th!

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Hymns of Thanksgiving is back in person this year! Enjoy a concert of hymns and other beautiful arrangements put on by local musicians and singers. This concert is totally free and no ticket is required. At the venue entrances and exits, guests will be encouraged to make cash donations to The Idaho Foodbank.

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Jersey Mike's is helping to end hunger in Idaho by donating 20% of their sales to Feeding America!

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Les Schwab locations in Lewiston, Moscow, Grangeville, and Orofino will ask customers to round up at the register to fill the plates of neighbors.

Help fight hunger this holiday season by giving to CBS2’s Great Idaho Food Drive. Not only is food being gathered at participating Les Schwab locations, but CBS2 has a goal to raise $2,500 to help support our hunger relief programs. Thank you for showing kindness this holiday season!

The University of Idaho vs Idaho State University annually competes to raise funds and fill their community and campus pantries. This event directly affects those who are food insecure in the community and on the campus. Funds will go to the Idaho Foodbank.