In March, The Idaho Foodbank hosted a Corporate Challenge where 10 local companies participated in a friendly competition to raise food, funds and awareness of The Idaho Foodbank. In total, the companies collected food for more than 244,100 meals and gave 128 volunteer hours.
This month we are highlighting foods with antioxidants to decrease inflammation in the body, which is critical to prevent cognitive decline. Whole grains are packed with antioxidants and fiber to keep you fuller longer.
Scott Howell is The Idaho Foodbank’s Southwest Distribution Manager
We are cancelling our volunteer shifts at the Meridian warehouse on Saturday, May 14th, but would love for you to register to help with The Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. We need your help at post offices around the Treasure Valley to unload the food that the letter carriers bring back to the post office and pack the food on the trucks to be shipped back to The Idaho Foodbank and our partner agencies.
Melaleuca employees and the Melaleuca Foundation donated $12,500 to The Idaho Foodbank for the purchase of food in Southeast Idaho. These funds will provide food for up to 50,000 meals.
With Spring around the corner, now is the perfect time to clear some space in the yard for a garden or plant herbs in a pot to sit on the windowsill! Whatever you decide to plant in your garden, we hope you can create delicious recipes and stay active!
Mark your calendar: Idaho Gives is happening from May 2nd to May 5th! Idaho Gives is a program of the Idaho Nonprofit Center that is designed to bring the state together to raise money and awareness for Idaho nonprofits.
Findhelpidaho.org is a newly launched website that enables Idahoans to find community resources. Housing assistance, food pantries, medical care and transportation are just a few of the resources available on findhelpidaho.org.
Jim Jacobs has been an extraordinary volunteer with The Idaho Foodbank since 2018. If there is a need at The Idaho Foodbank in Lewiston, Jim is always there to help with a smile on his face.
After we have all been navigating so many changes over the last two years due to the pandemic, it is a joy to recognize the consistency of one of our volunteer groups in Pocatello. It is with sincere gratitude that we highlight the Lookout Credit Union Call Center team for their continued support!
As we celebrate Earth Day, it is a great time to reflect on the impact of food waste. Twenty-one percent of the volume in our landfills is food waste. Nearly 40 percent of all food in the United States is wasted. That is where our Food Rescue program comes in.
Hy’D Andrews is The Idaho Foodbank’s Development Coordinator in Lewiston
