North Central Idaho – A Chefs’ Affaire 2022
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July is Beef Month in Idaho
We appreciate our partnership with the Idaho Beef Council and the rest of the Idaho beef industry for their on-going support. When we think of July, we usually think of hot weather, swimming, fireworks and backyard barbecues. From barbecues, it is just a short jump to thinking about beef – and July is Beef Month in Idaho!
What is a Community Health Worker?
Community health workers are tasked with referring patients to the resources they need. These resources often go beyond the health care services you may think of and branch into community-based resources, like food pantries.
Driving Community Support
Joe Hall Ford in Lewiston collected over 1,045 boxes of cereal, 600 jars of peanut butter, and 120 pounds of additional food and funds for The Idaho Foodbank!
Idaho Food Bank Fund Accepting Grant Applications
The Idaho Food Bank Fund is accepting grant applications during the month of July. This grant application process is open between July 1st and July 31st to Idaho 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations. Grant funding is available to provide nutrition awareness, promote healthy eating or relieve hunger.
A Birthday Wish to Help the Community
Pocatello had a fun and memorable volunteer shift at their warehouse last month. Marcie Brown, a dedicated volunteer, invited her seven best friends from Vernal, UT to come celebrate her birthday with a volunteer shift at The Idaho Foodbank!
Nutrition: Holy Cow – It’s Beef Month!
Let’s celebrate with ground beef– a versatile food that can be served over greens for salad, made into hamburgers or used for stuffed bell peppers.
Staff Spotlight – Ellen Barnes – Receptionist, Pocatello
Years ago, I worked for the American Red Cross, teaching health and safety classes to community and business groups. It was a lot of fun, traveling around Idaho, even Montana, teaching the courses.
Independence from Hunger – Grocery Outlet – Lewiston
Grocery Outlet’s 10th Annual Food and Fund Drive in Lewiston, Idaho. All of July help fight Hunger in our community. All donations stay local. Give $5 and Get $5 off a future purchase of $3 (25 or more.)
Simplot Free Fry Day
Simplot Free Fry Day in conjunction with the Twilight Criterion, sponsored by ICCU will take place in the courtyard between SHQ and JUMP on Friday, July 8th from 4-7 pm. This community celebration is a fun, family friendly and FREE way to jump into the weekend and celebrate three things that make Idaho great: Community, Cycling and French Fries. The Idaho Foodbank will be there with volunteers selling T-Shirts.
Community Health Coordinator – Meridian
This position is responsible for coordinating Foodbank efforts to improve the health of Idahoans experiencing food insecurity. This position will cultivate and implement collaborative projects and foster relationships that support community health and health equity through partnerships with healthcare organizations, The Foodbank community partner network, community leaders and stakeholders, and vulnerable communities. Requires a clear understanding of the social determinants of health, the health needs of Idaho communities, and forward thinking to develop impactful connections and solutions for creating a hunger free and healthier Idaho.
Idaho Food Bank Fund 2022 Grant Applications Start July 1
The Idaho Food Bank Fund announced today that its 2022 grant application process is open between July 1 and July 31, 2022 to Idaho 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that provide nutrition awareness, promote healthy eating or relieve hunger. Funds can be used to operate programs; purchase food; purchase nutrition education materials; expand capacity (new freezers, shelving, transportation, etc); or promote access for anyone in need, including underserved and/or marginalized populations.