STAFF SPOTLIGHT – Jonna Behm – Development Coordinator
How has The Idaho Foodbank helped you in your career development? I joined the Idaho Foodbank right after obtaining my Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics as the Nutrition Education Specialist. It…
Tag: may-21
Thank You to our Lewiston Volunteers!
April was Volunteer Appreciation Month. Our Lewiston office was able to have a small volunteer appreciation event at the end of the month. Thanks again to all of our volunteers…
Pocatello Empty Bowls Event
The Pocatello Arts Council teamed up with the Idaho State University (ISU) Arts Department again this year to help raise funds for The Idaho Foodbank.
Nutrition for Brain Health
What you eat plays a critical role in how your brain functions. Proper nutrients may improve mood and memory and even slow brain aging. Maintaining good brain health may reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
The American Rescue Plan
The COVID-19 relief bill signed into law in March 2021 is known as The American Rescue Act. This is a $1.9 trillion relief plan that contained several provisions relevant to food banks and many people served by food banks.
Hunger to Health Forums
The Idaho Foodbank recently hosted two online regional forums designed to educate food pantry coordinators and hunger relief advocates, staff, and volunteers about the connection between food insecurity and social determinants of health.
Serving Our Seniors
May is Older Americans Month – a time when we celebrate those who have given so much to our country and communities. It is impossible to measure the value of everything our seniors do. We do want to take this opportunity to highlight food insecurity among seniors.
Idaho Gives 2021
Idaho Gives, traditionally a one-day event designed to bring the state together, raising money and awareness for Idaho nonprofits, has been extended to a week-long effort (April 29-May 6) due to the increased need of support for the nonprofit sector. Every $1 you give can provide food for 5 nutritious meals for Idahoans trying to make ends meet.