Food Bank and Community Food Pantry Closed on Thursday, January 31

Food Bank and Food Pantry Closed Due to Inclement Weather Conditions

Due to inclement weather conditions, the Food Bank of Northern Indiana and Community Food Pantry of St. Joseph County are closed on Thursday, January 31, 2019.

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A $1.00 donation buys nearly three meals. 94 cents of every dollar donated goes back into our community to support programming.

22nd Annual ACF South Bend Chefs and Cooks Association Michiana Chili Cook-Off Slated for Saturday, November 7, Hosted at Martin’s Super Market Heritage Square Location

Sample Boxes of 8 ct. 12 oz. Chilis to Take Home to Reheat

22nd Annual ACF South Bend Chefs and Cooks Association Michiana Chili Cook-Off Slated for Saturday, November 7, Hosted at Martin’s Super Market Heritage Square Location

Sample Boxes of 8 ct. 12 oz. Chilis to Take Home to Reheat - Proceeds to Benefit ACF South Bend Chefs and Cooks Association and Food Bank of Northern Indiana

WHO: American Culinary Federation South Bend Chefs and Cooks Association and Martin’s Super Markets.

WHAT: 22nd Annual Michiana Chili Cook-Off.

Hunger Action Month

Donate. Volunteer. Advocate. Educate.

These are unprecedented times with so many going hungry and entering the charitable food system for the very first time.

September is Hunger Action Month. Donate. Volunteer. Advocate. Educate.

Thursday, September 10, is Hunger Action Day. Orange is the symbolic color for hunger awareness. Make a bold statement and wear your brightest orange for the 91,027 residents of northern Indiana who go hungry including 30,780 children.

Food Bank and Community Food Pantry of St. Joseph County Closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of July 4 holiday

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana and the Community Food Pantry of St. Joseph County will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2020, in observance of July 4th weekend.

The Community Food Pantry of Northern Indiana will reopen on Monday, July 6, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Wishing you a happy and safe July 4th weekend!

Islamic Society of Michiana to Host a Mobile Food Distribution on Saturday, June 13, 2020

This mobile food distribution will take place on Western Avenue in South Bend.

Islamic Society of Michiana Mobile Food Distribution

Saturday, June 13, 2020 -- 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. DTC

WHERE: 2404 Western Avenue, South Bend, IN 46619 (near the Marathon Gas Station).

This is a drive-thru distribution of pre-boxed items. Offered free of charge to all those in need of food assistance. First come, first served, for up to 300 households as supplies last.

Islamic Society of Michiana to Host Mobile Food Pantry on Saturday, May 9

Pre-boxed items for up to 300 households

Islamic Society of Michiana to Host Mobile Food Pantry on Saturday, May 9, 2020

WHO: Islamic Society of Michiana.

WHAT: Mobile food pantry distribution for those in need of food assistance

This will be a drive-through distribution of pre-boxed items. Free of charge. First come, first served for up to 300 houses as supplies last for those in need of food assistance.

WHEN: Saturday, May 9, 2020, 10 a.m. – Noon EDT

28th Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive - Postponed

National Association of Letter Carriers Cancel Food Drive due to COVID-19 Pandemic

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Association of Letter Carriers is postponing the 28th Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on Saturday, May 9.

Islamic Society of Michiana to Host a Mobile Food Pantry on Saturday, May 2, 2020

Drive-Through Pantry for Up to 300 Households in Need of Food Assistance

PAN-O-PLY Michiana and SOUUNDS SOUTH BEND proudly presents April 18th at - 7:00 PM – a Social Distance Streaming Concert & Dance Party to benefit the Food Bank of Northern Indiana & local musicians.

Performing from their home studios directly to you: Rust Belt Road Show, Brittany Lee Moffitt, King Bee, The Ember Jar, Buddy Pearson, Curt Heckaman, Lalo Cura, Eli Kahn, Kennedy’s Kitchen, James Neary.

Concert and Dance Party will be streamed live on Facebook @panoplymichinana.

Romeo's Pizza - No Contact Delivery

$1 Donated to Food Bank of Northern Indiana With Each No Contact Pizza Delivery

Romeo's Pizza is offering No Contact Delivery and helping the Food Bank, too. No Contact Delivery starts with ordering and tipping online or through the Romeo's Pizza app.

$1 will be donated to the Food Bank of Northern Indiana for every Romeo's Pizza No Contact Delivery.
https://romeospizza.hungerrush.com/…/romeos…/order/ordertype

If a no contact delivery is requested, the driver will leave your food in a safe place and alert you when it's ready for pickup.

Groups needed the weeks of April 13, April 20, May 11 and May 18

The Food Bank is looking for volunteer groups - businesses, organizations, sports teams - to help with special projects - the weeks of April 13 - 17, April 20 - 24, May 11 - 15 and May 18 - 22. Ideally, 5 people with a maximum of 20. Can you help? Call (574) 232-9986 ext. 129 or email

Ironhand Winebar Wine Run 5k - Sunday, July 12, 2020

Proceeds in Part Benefit the Food Bank

Ironhand Winebarn Win Run 5k - Sunday, July 12, 2020

Sign up here - https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/SouthBend/SouthBendWineRun5k?raceRefCode=MMMyqsPr

Proceeds in part benefit the Food Bank.

Like Running? Love Wine or Beer? This race is for you!

Saturday, December 7, at Mike's Carwash in Heritage Square

Mike's Carwash Mike's Carwash will 'Wash Away Hunger' on Saturday, December 7. Head over to the Heritage Square location and get an Ultimate Wash (discounted to $15) and $1 will be donated to the Food Bank. Volunteers will be on hand to accept monetary donations, too.

Your car deserves to look spiffy! Hope to see you there!

10th Annual Holiday Happenings and Santa Breakfast at Eddy Street Commons

Saturday, December 7, 2019

Eddy Street Commons at Notre Dame to Host Santa Breakfast and Holiday Happenings

Kite Realty Group, owners of Eddy Street Commons at Notre Dame, are excited to announce the 10th annual Santa Breakfast and Holiday Happenings on Eddy Street.

Join us for a day of holiday fun and festivities on Saturday, December 7th, 2019 at Eddy Street Commons from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

When the Weather Is Chilly, It's Time for Chili - 21st Annual ACF South Bend Chefs and Cooks Association Chili Cook-Off

Sunday, October 20, 2019 - Proceeds in Part to Benefit the Food Bank

21st Annual ACF South Bend Chefs and Cooks Association

Michiana Chili Cook-Off Slated for Sunday, October 20

Proceeds to Benefit ACF South Bend Chefs and Cooks Association and Food Bank of Northern Indiana

WHO: Presented by the American Culinary Federation South Bend Chefs and Cooks Association. Hosted by Martin’s Super Markets.

WHAT: 21st Annual Michiana Chili Cook-Off.

September is Hunger Action Month - Go Orange for Hunger Awareness on Thursday, September 12

Every Action Counts. We can end hunger one helping at a time.

September is Hunger Action Month. Orange is the symbolic color for hunger awareness.

Throughout the month of September and especially on Hunger Action Day, every action counts as the Food Bank is asking all residents of northern Indiana to take action and speak out against hunger.

Wear your brightest orange and encourage family members, friends, co-workers and neighbors to join you.

Music for Food Indiana Chamber Music Concert

Proceeds Benefit the Food Bank of Northern Indiana

Join us for a ;pvely evening of chamber music at the Little Theatre on the campus of Saint Mary's College and support the Food Bank of Northern Indiana, too.

7:30 p.m.

Proceeds will benefit the Food Bank. Suggested donations at the door: $20/adults; $10/students.

Food Bank Seeks Additional Participants for Commodity Supplemental Food Program\ for Seniors in Elkhart Sign-Up on Tuesday, July 30

Seeking 50 Additional Participants for Elkhart

Food Bank Seeks Additional Participants for Commodity Supplemental Food Program\ for Seniors in Elkhart Sign-Up on Tuesday, July 30

WHO: Food Bank of Northern Indiana, Indiana State Department of Health and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

WHAT: Commodity Supplemental Food Program for low-income seniors, ages 60 and older.

Smooth Jazz at the Ball Park - Saturday, August 24, at Four Winds Field

Proceeds in part will benefit the Food Bank of Northern Indiana.

Join us for a lovely evening of jazz at Four Winds Field. Proceeds in part will benefit the Food Bank of Northern Indiana.

For more information - www.smoothjazzattheballpark.com

Community Food Pantry Open Monday, July 1; Tuesday, July 2, and Wednesday, July 3

Community Food Pantry and Food Bank of Northern Indiana Closed on Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5, in Observance of July 4th Holiday Weekend

The Community Food Pantry of St. Joseph County will be open on Monday, July 1, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Tuesday, July 2, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Wednesday, July 3, from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. The Community Food Pantry of St. Joseph County and the Food Bank of Northern Indiana will be closed on Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5, in observance of the July 4th holiday weekend. Wishing you a happy and safe holiday!

Food Bank Seeks Additional Participants for Commodity Supplemental Food Program\ for Seniors in St. Joseph County

Sign-Up Slated for Thursday, June 27

Food Bank Seeks Additional Participants for Commodity Supplemental Food Program for Seniors in St. Joseph County

WHO: Food Bank of Northern Indiana, Indiana State Department of Health and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

WHAT: Commodity Supplemental Food Program for low-income seniors, ages 60 and older.

32nd Annual Michiana British Car Show

Bring a canned food donation for the "Help Michiana Brits Drive Out Hunger" during the car show

Join the Michiana Brits British Car Enhusiasts Club on Sunday, June 30, on the Saint Mary's College campus for the 32nd Annual British Car Show.

This all-marquee show is open to the general public from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., rain or shine; free admission and parking, indoor restrooms. Food will also be available to purchase (credit cards accepted).

Please bring a nonperishable food item for the "Help Michiana Brits Drive Out Hunger" donation drive for the Food Bank of Northern Indiana.

Closed in Observance of Memorial Day

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana and the Community Food Pantry of St. Joseph County will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2019, in observance of Memorial Day.

The Food Bank will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday, May 27.

The Community Food Pantry will be open on Wednesday, May 28, from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Friday, May 31, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

27th N.A.L.C. Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Slated For Saturday, May 11

Goal is to Collect 100,000 lbs. in St. Joseph County

27th Annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Set for Saturday, May 11. Letter Carriers, With Generous Support of the Community, Will Restock Food Bank’s Shelves for Summer Months During Largest Food Drive of the Year

WHO: National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) #330 and #820.

WHAT: 27th Annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.

Closed in Observance of Good Friday

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana and the Community Food Pantry of St. Joseph County will be closed on Friday, April 19, 2019, in observance of Good Friday.
The Community Food Pantry of St. Joseph County will be open from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Monday, April 22, Wednesday, April 24, from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Friday, April 26, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The Food Bank will reopen for normal business hours on Monday, April 22 from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Ninth Annual Hunger Scramble Golf Outing

A Benefit for the Food 4 Kids Backpack Program

The Food 4 Kids Backpack Program helps hungry children by providing them with bags of non-perishable foods to take home and eat during the school year when school meal programs are not available. Food insecure children begin life at a very serious health disadvantage and often struggle in school. Your support can help us fill the weekend gap for school children in need.

Empty Bowls Soup Supper

A Benefit for the Food Bank of Northern Indiana

Empty Bowls Soup Supper
Saturday, March 16, 2019
5 p.m. - 7 p.m. EDT $15/Person
Cana Hall, The Center at Donaldson
9601 Union Road, Plymouth, IN 46563

Proceeds will benefit our partner agencies in Marshall and Starke Counties.

Tickets available at Heartland Artists Gallery, MoonTree Studios or moontreestudios.org

Little Theater, Saint Mary's College

An evening of music to benefit the Food Bank of Northern Indiana.

Suggested donation: $20/adults; $10/students.

Food Bank and Food Pantry Closed Due to Inclement Weather Conditions

Due to inclement weather conditions, the Food Bank of Northern Indiana and Community Food Pantry of St. Joseph County are closed on Thursday, January 31, 2019.

Food Bank and Community Food Pantry Closed on Monday, January 21, 2019

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana and the Community Food Pantry of St. Joseph County will be closed on Monday, January 21, 2019. in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

The Food Bank will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday, January 22.

The Community Food Pantry of St. Joseph County will reopen on Wednesday, January 23, for shopping from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Food Bank and Community Food Pantry of St. Joseph County Hours of Operation

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

The Community Food Pantry of St. Joseph County's hours of operation are:

Monday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Wednesday: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Friday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Beginning April 1, 2019, the Community Food Pantry will be open on Wednesday from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Frozen Turkey Give-Away

Thanks to the generosity of Beacon Health Systems, turkeys will be distributed to those in need making this Thanksgiving a bit more delicious, too!

Thanks to the generosity of Beacon Health System and its employees, the Food Bank of Northen Indiana will hold a mobile turkey distribution in Marshall County at the Bremen Township Fire Department on Tuesday, November 20.

Frozen turkeys will be distributed; first come, first served while supplies last. One turkey per household, for those in need of food assistance.

Tuesday, November 20,: Noon - 2 p.m.
Bremen Township Fire Department, 100 block of West South Street, Bremen, 46506