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The Cleveland-Cliffs Foundation Contributes $250,000

The Cleveland-Cliffs Foundation Contributes $250,000

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. recently announced a $1 million contribution, through the Cleveland-Cliffs Foundation, to 44 food banks throughout the United States, providing up to 10 million meals. The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana is one of the beneficiaries receiving $250,000. In December 2020, Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. acquired ArcelorMittal USA which included 7500…

Albert’s Diamond Jewelers Donate 150,000 Meals

Albert’s Diamond Jewelers contributed $50,000 to the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana to help support local residents in need of food assistance. The donation will provide food assistance through two Food Bank programs:  Mobile Market and Pantry Pack. “I was watching television and in tears seeing the long line of…
Indiana National Guard Supports the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana

Indiana National Guard Supports the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, Governor Eric Holcomb has deployed the Indiana National Guard to help six food banks address the growing need for food assistance. “The food banks are in Marion County (2), Bloomington, Lafayette, Fort Wayne & Merrillville. The Indiana National Guard will work at mobile food distribution…
Case Statement for Emergency Support – COVID-19 Response

Case Statement for Emergency Support – COVID-19 Response

When our neighbors are struggling, the Food Bank is there – every day of the year. Our efficient work and network of community partners means that we are uniquely prepared to respond to crises. Thanks in part to our generous donors, we have a proud history of supporting our neighbors…
Emergency Food Assistance Plan

Emergency Food Assistance Plan

The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana extends our gratitude to our entire network of partners, donors, volunteers, and friends who have rallied together to help us serve our neighbors in the Region. “We are positioning our operations and inventory to adequately address the growing needs of our community by providing…
Coronavirus Response – Food Bank of Northwest Indiana

Coronavirus Response – Food Bank of Northwest Indiana

As the situation with CORONAVIRUS (also known as COVID-19) continues to evolve, the Food Bank of Northwest is proactively taking measures to ensure that our hunger relief resources and services continue to be available to individuals and families facing hunger in Lake and Porter Counties. Currently, all distribution, delivery, and…
Hope For The Holidays

Hope For The Holidays

The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana is providing holiday food assistance to more than 800 families during its annual “Hope For The Holidays” Mobile Markets. The Lake County distribution will take place on Saturday, December 14th, 8am -10am, at the Food Bank, 6490 Broadway, Merrillville. The Porter County Distribution will…
Thanksgiving Care-A-Van with Jewel, Majestic Star and Hubbard Radio

Thanksgiving Care-A-Van with Jewel, Majestic Star and Hubbard Radio

Jewel-Osco, Majestic Star Casino, and Chicago radio stations 101.9 The Mix, The New SHE 100.3 and 97.1 FM The Drive are partnering with the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana to provide 1,000 local families in need with Thanksgiving meal assistance. The Thanksgiving Community Care-a-Van will provide individuals and families with…
Welcome Executive Director Victor A. Garcia

Welcome Executive Director Victor A. Garcia

The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana is pleased to announce the arrival of our new Executive Director, Victor A. Garcia. Victor comes with a wealth of experience and executive leadership in the nonprofit and business sector. Victor plans to execute the strategic priorities of the Food Bank and lead the…