Beginning February 15th, Idaho SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) dollars have new restrictions on what food you can purchase. SNAP dollars cannot be used to purchase candy and soda. The Idaho Department of Health &…
Nearly 1 in 4 deaths in 2023 was attributed to heart disease, and high blood pressure continues to be one of the most significant risk factors. Almost half of U.S. adults live with…
1. Before working at The Idaho Foodbank, what was the most unusual or interesting job you’ve ever had? I had a part time job in high school making wool dusters used for…
Come join The Idaho Foodbank at the 19th annual Sportsmen Against Hunger fundraiser at the C-A-L Ranch store in Chubbuck! From 9:00am – 4:00pm on Saturday, January 31st and Sunday,…
National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day is Saturday, February 7th! This year, The STIL will be celebrating this very important national holiday at five of their Treasure Valley store locations…
Tucked along Highway 93 on the outskirts of town, EICAP Salmon is a small but mighty team serving the Salmon community—and beyond. With limited staff and only a handful of volunteers,…
As temperatures dropped and the countdown to the end of 2025 began, The Idaho Foodbank’s annual Empty Bowls sale in Boise brought the community together to help Idahoans in need. It was amazing to see hundreds of people come…
When you file your taxes, consider donating to the Idaho Food Bank Fund. Taxpayers can designate a dollar amount donation for the Fund and contributions fund grants to community-based nonprofit groups to provide hunger…
This month, The Idaho Foodbank is proud to recognize the leadership and generosity of Timberline High School students Nora Robinson and Royal Colley, whose National Honor Society service project turned into a meaningful fundraiser…
Improving your health doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. With so much conflicting nutrition advice, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The good news? Going back to the basics can support your health and…
Before working at The Idaho Foodbank, what was the most unusual or interesting job you’ve ever had? As a teen/young adult I would do promotions, and I was able to do one…
As we close the book on 2025, we are grateful for another amazing year at The Foodbank. We built new partnerships, tried new ideas, welcomed new staff, and distributed lots…
