PROGRAMS
& EVENTS
PROGRAMS.
The Food Bank of Siouxland provides various resources for members of the Siouxland community. From our Mobile Pantry to our BackPack program, our organization is always looking for new ways to help those in need. Select the down arrow to the right of our program descriptions to learn more.
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Mobile Pantry:
Food to You
“Mobile Pantry Program” is a food pantry on wheels! The Food Bank of Siouxland brings thousands of pounds of food to a host location for families and individuals to take home. While the Food Bank does not directly deliver food, our focus is serving in all counties in our area that are underserved – meaning that through the Mobile Pantry Program: Food For You, all of our counties will receive the pounds of food needed to provide adequate nutrition to the hungry.
This program is made possible thanks to the support of many individuals and organizations who help fund the program and who volunteer their time to serve those in need. If you would like to partner with us and be a host site, please contact us at (712) 255-9741. For the calendar containing the schedule of mobile pantries events, please follow this link: http://www.localendar.com/public/foodbanksiouxland.
BackPack Program:
Food for Kids
"The BackPack Program" provides nourishment to children who might have little to no food over the weekend with a sack of food placed in their backpack on Fridays. The Food Bank of Siouxland launched this program in October of 2006. In our first year of the program, four elementary schools in Sioux City received food sacks each week.
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Participating elementary schools:
Sioux City - Bryant, Hunt, Irving, Leeds, Liberty, Loess Hills, Riverside, Unity
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South Sioux City - Harney, Lewis & Clark
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Marcus/Meridan/Cleghorn/Remsen/Union - MMCRU
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These schools have an extraordinarily high rate of students participating in the free and reduced lunch program, so we know that food insecurity is a problem for many of these families. Interested in our BackPack volunteer opportunity? Please email our Program Coordinator Tiffany Kissinger at tiffany@siouxlandfoodbank.org or call 712-255-9741 to be added to our email distribution list. 2025-26 BackPack Program: Food for Kids Group Volunteer Opportunity: Sign up begins the last Monday of August, August 25, 2025.
School Mobile Pantry:
Food for Families
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School pantries are located on school grounds, intended to provide a more readily accessible source of food assistance to food insecure students and their families. In many communities, the school is a hub of activity and a resource center for families. Because of the close relationship between students and faculty, school personnel frequently become aware of challenges within the family while dealing with student issues.
A school pantry provides a safe, supportive way to help students and their families through a crisis, which in turn helps the child become more successful in school.
A snapshot: •The Food Bank of Siouxland provides the product and structure for Mobile School Pantry Program. •Mobile School Pantries are stocked with nutritious foods, similar to a traditional pantry distribution. •The Mobile School Pantries ensure students have the food they need to help them grow and thrive, which furthers learning. This program is made possible thanks to the support of many individuals and organizations who help fund the program and who volunteer their time to serve those in need.
EVENTS.
Throughout the year, we have a variety of great opportunities to be involved with the work of the Food Bank of Siouxland! These events both raise awareness of the hunger struggle and offer opportunities to support feeding those in need in Siouxland. Check out the details of each event page by using the drop-down menu.
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Scouting for Food
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March 28- April 5, 2025
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Scouting America-Mid America Council host an annual "Scouting for Food" food drive to help support the work of the Food Bank of Siouxland. This year's pick up day will be Apr. 5! If you receive a flyer saying a Scout will be by to collect your donation, be sure to leave non-perishable food items on your door step for a Scout to pick up.
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What can you donate?:
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Cereal
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Canned vegetables
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Canned meat
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Peanut Butter
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Jelly
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Mac & Cheese
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And more!
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If you do not receive a flyer you can also donate to the blue barrels at the Hy-Vee on Gordon, Hy-Vee on Sergeant Road, and Fareway on Sergeant Road.
Stamp Out Hunger
May 10, 2025
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​Stamp Out Hunger lets your help your neighbors and serve your community from the convenience of you own home! Just leave your non-perishable food items for your mail carrier to pick up and bring back to the Food Bank of Siouxland on May 10.
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Want to volunteer?
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What can you donate?:
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Cereal
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Canned vegetables
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Canned meat
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Peanut Butter
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Jelly
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Mac & Cheese
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And more!
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Want to get more involved? We're looking for volunteers to help sort through these donations once they're at the Food Bank! With lunch provided, help us sort and box our community's generosity.
Siouxland Food Festival
June 7, 2025
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The Food Bank of Siouxland invites you to join us for the Siouxland Food Festival! Grab your family and friends and discover your new favorite restaurant, food truck, caterer, bakery, and more at the South Sioux City Marriott Riverfront Event Center (385 E. 4th St., South Sioux City, NE 68776) on Saturday, June 7, 2025, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Last year’s menu included a little bit of everything from birria tacos to BBQ bacon sliders to stockyard bull to steamed dumplings to salted caramel brownies and MORE! There’s something for everyone to explore or stay in their comfort zone.
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One in every 10 adults and 1 in every 5 children in the Food Bank of Siouxland’s 11-county service area faces food insecurity. The Siouxland Food Festival aims to raise awareness and funds for neighbors in need while bringing the community together around the “picnic” table.
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Get your tickets at siouxlandfoodbank.org/food-fest
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Questions? Contact sidney@siouxlandfoodbank.org.​
Food Bank of Siouxland
Golf Classic
September 8, 2025
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We had the best time with all of you at the range! A huge shoutout to our sponsors, teams, and all of our 'Sioux'lebrities for joining us and enjoying some ice cream out on the green. ​​
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Check back later for some information about next year's event!
Questions? Contact External Development and Communications Associate Sidney Marks at 712-255-9741 or sidney@siouxlandfoodbank.org.
Hunger Action Month
During the month of September, the Food Bank of Siouxland calls YOU to action. Help us take on hunger by volunteering, participating in our Golf Classic, advocating for our neighbors, or donating to the Food Bank of Siouxland! Every action helps in the Food Bank's mission of feeding Siouxland communities.
Want to talk more? Email info@siouxlandfoodbank.org to talk about your ideas or to ask questions about supporting the Food Bank.
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Thank you for all you do!
Celebrate Our Friends
September 24, 2025
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Celebrate Our Friends is the recognition of volunteers, agencies, and donors who have all helped in furthering the Food Bank of Siouxland's mission in fighting hunger. During this celebration, the Food Bank of Siouxland awards the:
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Linda Scheid Legacy Award
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Agency Awards (1 Metro/1 Rural)
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Volunteer Award
CONGRATS to our 2024 Recipients: LEGACY AWARD: Kind World Foundation LEGACY AWARD: Curly's Food AGENCY AWARD: Sioux City metro -Voices for Food Rural - Community Basket- Ida County VOLUNTEER AWARD: Sergeant Bluff- Luton High School Transition Alliance Program Students
Holiday Harvest Boxes
When you think of your holiday feast, what do you see? Probably the turkey, ham, chicken, or whatever main course you enjoy. What about your favorite side dishes? Green bean casserole, mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, and so on? For many families a meal like this just isn't possible.
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The Food Bank of Siouxland wants to alleviate the budget for the holidays by filling boxes with side dish items to help reduce stress many families in need face around the holidays. Help bring families together around the dinner table this holiday season!
For every $7 donated, the Food Bank of Siouxland will be able to provide a holiday meal to a family of four. Your donation today can provide one or many families in the Siouxland area with a meal they will never forget! Please join us in making this holiday season memorable for all.
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Contact info@siouxlandfoodbank.org for more ways to get involved.
Drive Out Hunger
Rick Collins Toyota
Join Rick Collins Toyota as we work to "Drive Out Hunger" together. Bring your donations to the Toyota dealership showroom located at 3131 Singing Hills Blvd. to fill the truck and fill plates of needy families in Siouxland.
For every vehicle purchased, Rick Collins Toyota will donate $50 to Food Bank of Siouxland, Inc.
KenDUCKY Derby
Get your flippers and goggles on and join us at the Norm Waitt Sr. YMCA for this year's KenDUCKy Derby presented by Hard Rock Hotel and Casino on February 21, 2025. The ducks are stretching their wings and are excited to hit the pool in the hopes of being crowned Grand Champion and winning (2) tickets to the Kentucky Derby and a $500 travel fund!
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Buy a duck, feed a neighbor.
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$10- 1 duck
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$40- 5 ducks
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$100 - 12 ducks
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$150- 20 ducks
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$200- 30 ducks (maximum)
Proceeds go to the Food Bank of Siouxland in fighting hunger in our community.
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Thank you to our sponsors: Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Sioux City, Norm Waitt Sr. YMCA!
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Rules:
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Participants may purchase up to 30 ducks maximum.
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Participants must purchase at least 1 duck minimum.
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Employees of the Food Bank of Siouxland or Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Sioux City and immediate family members are restricted from participating.
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Participants must donate at www.siouxlandfoodbank.org/duck-derby.
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Prize is non-transferable. Whoever wins has to be the person to use the prize.