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During November and December, The Idaho Foodbank’s Hope for the Holidays Campaign promotes efforts across the state to alleviate hunger. We have already had many great events and there are still opportunities to get involved. With the support of the community, The Idaho Foodbank is working to allow everyone, regardless of their current financial situation, to have a holiday meal and nutritious food on the table throughout the season.

Charity Navigator is the country’s largest independent evaluator of nonprofits. For the 12th year in a row, The Idaho Foodbank has been awarded a four-star rating!

On Giving Tuesday, a global day of generosity that takes place annually on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, Idahoans came together to support causes close to their hearts. Volunteers across the state shared their “why” this #GivingTuesday, voicing what motivates them to regularly give their time.

Located in Latah County, a beautiful road twists and turns through the hills of North Central Idaho when you are traveling to Juliaetta, Idaho. J-K Good Samaritan Food Bank is one of The Idaho Foodbank’s 465 partners across the state. They offer food to those living in the area with the support of all three churches in their community.

People celebrate holidays in all sorts of ways, but one theme remains: good food!

We believe no one’s bowl should be empty. This year, The Idaho Foodbank hosted online Empty Bowls events in Pocatello and the Treasure Valley. This event gives individuals the chance to purchase a unique, hand painted or handmade bowl, with proceeds benefiting The Idaho Foodbank.

Derek VanBoeyen is a Driver and Warehouse Specialist for The Idaho Foodbank who works out of our Lewiston Branch.

Stinker Stores and The Idaho Foodbank celebrated the results of the Stomp Out Hunger Campaign with a check presentation at The Foodbank warehouse in Meridian. Since 2010, Stinker Stores have had their Stomp Out Hunger Campaign to benefit The Idaho Foodbank. Stinker Stores broke their previous record for the amount raised during Stomp Out Hunger, raising enough funds to provide food for 400,000 meals.

As we approach the holiday season, it is important to remember that not all of our neighbors can fill their plates and bowls with food. That is why The Idaho Foodbank is pleased to host Empty Bowls events in the Treasure Valley and in Pocatello.

Congratulations to Fred Meyer, Lookout Credit Union, McVey Entertainment, Karen MacKay, Laura Hale and Kira Hale on receiving Idaho Philanthropy Day awards! These selfless individuals and corporations were nominated by The Idaho Foodbank and received Idaho Philanthropy Day Awards for their outstanding contributions to Idaho. Visit the link to view all those nominated and awarded for their generous acts. Thank you for going above and beyond to serve the community! Idaho Foodbank Nominations for Idaho Philanthropy Day