DES MOINES, IA – The Iowa Egg Council and Fareway Stores, Inc., delivered a full truckload of eggs to the Food Bank of Iowa on Wednesday, January 30, at 10:00 a.m., for distribution to every food bank serving Iowa.
The eggs will provide a wholesome source of protein for Iowans struggling with hunger throughout the state.
In addition to the January 30 egg donation, three Iowa egg producers - Sparboe Foods, Rose Acre Farms and Versova went above and beyond and donated an additional 23,400 dozen eggs each to the Food Bank of Iowa. Sparboe Foods, Rose Acre Farms and Versova are a part of "Cracking Hunger", a donation partnership program between Iowa egg farmers and the Iowa food banks.
Eggs are one of the few foods that naturally contain vitamin D, which is important for bone health and immune function. Additionally, eggs provide an essential nutrient for fetal development, cell and eye health, and contain 13 essential vitamins and minerals.
Donations of eggs from individuals are rare, so food banks rely on donations from egg producers, wholesalers, and retailers, along with bulk purchasing, to provide a supply for their clients.
Thanks to the generosity of Iowa egg farmers, hundreds of thousands of eggs will be donated each month to support Iowans in need.
To learn how you can help fight hunger in your community, visit www.foodbankiowa.org