Due to weather conditions in Central Iowa, all IMPACT Community Action Partnership offices and food pantries will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 22. However, staff will be available by phone or email at 515-518-4770 or [email protected].

It was a pleasure to attend the Volunteer Iowa Hall of Fame ceremony! I was excited to congratulate Don & Charlene Lamberti for all their family has done for Ankeny & so many Iowans. Also thrilled to congratulate Glen Umbaugh, a very active volunteer with IMPACT in Ankeny.

Experts say the increase in evictions lies on stagnant wages and a need for more affordable housing. desmoinesregister.com/story/news/202…

Thankful for people who get it.

Why is a local food pantry hesitant to resume a partnership with Food Bank of Iowa? Pantry officials say it's because of strict contract requirements. desmoinesregister.com/story/news/loc…

DYK that SNAP helps people put food on the table? SNAP plays a critical role in reducing hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. SNAP improves family security, child and adult health, employment, and other outcomes. #SNAPMatters bit.ly/3xZRmrM

The Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC) Food Pantry Network assisted 23,886 unique individuals during the month of August, becoming the highest monthly total in the 47-year history of the network. Read more: bit.ly/3R7Qjkg

The Des Moines Area Religious Council Food Pantry Network served nearly 24,000 unique individuals in August, the highest number in its 47-year history. businessrecord.com/dmarc-food-pan…

Join FRAC today for a #BackToSchool day celebrating the role of #schoolmeals and #afterschoolmeals in fueling children’s health and learning. Tag & tell your colleagues why you are raising your hand for #schoolmeals4all! Check out our menu of activities. frac.org/back-to-school

Using your kitchen sink for food preparation comes with the possibility for foodborne illness-causing bacteria to hang out in the sink too. Learn about a two-step process to fully clean and sanitize your sink ⬇️ usda.gov/media/blog/202…

Are you passionate about housing in Central Iowa? The City of Des Moines is accepting applications for a new Community Land Trust (CLT) Advisory Board. To apply visit: DSM.city/CLTBoardApplic… Learn more about Des Moines' CLT at DSM.city/CLT

It's vital that kids have access to healthy food year-round, not just when school is in session. That's why Dept. of Agriculture is encouraging all states and tribes to sign up for the Summer EBT program to provide families with grocery benefits during the summer months when school is out.

IMPACT offices and food pantries will be closed today, January 9, 2024. If you need assistance, you may get in touch with our IMPACT specialists today at 515-518-4770 or [email protected]. Please be safe out there! impactcap.org

A quick reminder: Our offices will be CLOSED Monday, Jan. 15, 2024 for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday. IMPACT’s services will be available again on Tuesday, January 16.

All IMPACT offices will be closed to families and intake services on Friday, February 9 due to staff training. But there the doors will be open for families to use the “Anytime Shelves.” Thank you for your understanding and support. impactcap.org

Were you impacted by the recent disasters in Polk County? FEMA has been authorized to assist. You can apply for assistance by calling 1-800-621-3362 or online at ow.ly/UCfi50RILRR. You may be eligible for Disaster Case Advocacy at IMPACT. Email us at [email protected]

Due to impending severe weather IMPACT offices will be closed to in-person access today May 21, 2024 at 2:30 pm. Staff are available via phone, text and email. Stay safe out there! who13.com/weather/weathe…

CORRECTED Time. Are you a resident of Jasper County who was impacted by the severe weather and flooding on 5/21? IMPACT will be in Newton this Wednesday - Friday to meet with impacted households interested in applying for the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program (IIAGP).