Events
Food Bank of Lincoln events will be held on a limited basis while we focus on feeding hungry neighbors. All events will be conducted with strict adherence to COVID-19 safety standards, as the safety of attendees, staff, clients and volunteers is our highest priority. Thank you.
Upcoming Events
Check Out Hunger 2022
November 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
During the months of November and December, area grocery store locations have made it even easier for you help to turn hungry holidays into happy holidays for struggling neighbors in Southeast Nebraska.
Learn MorePast Events
Bridges Out of Poverty Workshop
October 22, 2022
Facilitated by Allyn Sampson of the Food Bank of Lincoln with an intergenerational and interactive poverty simulation to follow, facilitated by Nebraska Extension.
Dine Out to Help Out
September 14, 2022
Dine out to help neighbors experiencing food insecurity in Southeast Nebraska.
20th Annual Empty Bowls Luncheon
May 31, 2022
Spoons up! Empty Bowls is back!
21st Annual Combat Hunger
May 21, 2022
We hope you can make time to drop by the Super Saver at 48th & “O” to drop off a donation of food or money which goes directly to the Food Bank of Lincoln.
Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
May 14, 2022
Fill a bag (any bag will do!) with non-perishable, non-expired food and leave it by your mailbox.
Extra Mile Walk 2022
April 23, 2022
Take the first step toward fighting hunger in our community!
Family Skate Night 2021
July 24, 2021
5:15-7:15 p.m.
John Breslow Ice Hockey Center
$5 per person for ice skating, skates, pizza, cookies, face painting, balloon hats and more!
Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettin’-By World at ConnectioN Point
June 10, 2021 - August 26, 2021
Part of our Bridges Out of Poverty program, Getting Ahead classes offer useful tools, practical advice and valuable communication strategies to help families get ahead, instead of simply get by.
Empty Bowls To Go!
June 1, 2021
A drive-thru fundraiser for the Food Bank of Lincoln.
Runza Feeds the Need
April 13, 2021
Dine at any Lincoln-area Runza on Tuesday, April 13 and 10% of proceeds will be donated to the Food Bank of Lincoln to help fight child hunger. Giving back never tasted so good!
Empty Bowls To Go!
September 30, 2020
A drive-thru fundraiser for the Food Bank of Lincoln.
Free Produce & Protein Distribution
March 28, 2020
This will be a drive-thru distribution. We cannot and will not be available to assist you with loading items into vehicles. We will conduct this event with the safety of our staff and guests in mind. Please be respectful. Be patient. We are all doing the very best we can.
Lincoln High Food Market Fundraiser
February 20, 2020
You are invited to join other Lincoln High alums and supporters to learn more about how YOU can help fight student hunger at Lincoln High.
Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettin’-By World at Campbell Elementary
January 28, 2020
New 5-Week Format! Part of our Bridges Out of Poverty program, Getting Ahead classes offer useful tools, practical advice and valuable communication strategies to help families get ahead, instead of simply get by. Dinner for the family and childcare provided at no cost. You’ll learn how to: Identify your strengths and build your future […]
Weather Closures & Cancellations –
January 22, 2020
Due to inclement weather, the Jan. 22 Mobile Food Distribution in Osceola is rescheduled to Wednesday (Jan. 29).
Giving Tuesday 2019
December 3, 2019
Join the Food Bank of Lincoln in celebrating #GivingTuesday — a global day of giving back.
HyVee Reusable Bag Program
December 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Throughout the month of December, HyVee at 5020 North 27th Street in Lincoln will donate $1.00 to the Food Bank of Lincoln for every reusable bag purchased. Every bag purchased means three meals for hungry neighbors.
Food Fight!: a student-powered food & fund drive
October 14, 2019 - November 1, 2019
Food Fight! is a three-week friendly competition between area schools with one goal to band together in the fight against hunger.
Whole Foods One Dime at at Time
October 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Attention Whole Foods shoppers! Between October 1 and December 31, bring your own bag when you shop and donate your 10-cent refund to Food Bank of Lincoln. Help alleviate hunger in Southeast Nebraska, one dime at a time.
Lincoln CAN 2019 Results
September 27, 2019 - October 5, 2019
Results from Lincoln CAN 2019 are still coming in. Take a look at the leader board!
Hunger Action Month
September 1, 2019 - September 30, 2019
September is Hunger Action Month – a month where people all over America stand together with Feeding America and the nationwide network of food banks to fight hunger.
Lincoln CAN 2019
September 1, 2019 - September 27, 2019
Join us for Lincoln CAN, a community wide food and funds drive benefitting the Food Bank of Lincoln.
Stronger Than Hunger
August 30, 2019 - November 29, 2019
Together, we know we can create lasting, impactful change in a meaningful way.
Campbell’s Grow and Share Produce Donations Program
June 17, 2019 - October 1, 2019
Campbell’s Nurseries and Garden Center, Inc. is partnering with the Food Bank of Lincoln once again to collect fresh produce for low-income families.
Camp Feed the Need 2019
June 14, 2019
The Food Bank of Lincoln welcomes junior volunteers to join us this summer for Camp Feed the Need.
Give to Lincoln Day 2019
May 30, 2019
For 24 hours, on Give to Lincoln Day, every donation given to local nonprofits is made bigger by matching funds.
Family Skate Night 2019
April 20, 2019
5:15-7:15 pm
John Breslow Ice Hockey Center
$5 per person for ice skating, skates, pizza, cookies, face painting, balloon hats and more!
Bagels at the Bank
March 30, 2019
9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
4840 Doris Bair Circle, Suite A
Important Commodities Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) Information
January 25, 2019 - March 31, 2019
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services has identified the Food Bank of Lincoln as the administrator for the federal Commodities Supplemental Food Program in the Lincoln area.
18th Annual Empty Bowls Luncheon
This event supports our programs, which allow us to feed the hungry citizens of our community and service area.
Inclement weather policy
It is our policy that when Lincoln Public Schools close due to severe weather, we also close. This means there will be no mobile food distributions, no partner agency pick ups, and no food donation collections. No volunteers should report. Please stay safe at home. Information about Food Bank closings are also shared on our 24-hour […]
2020 LPS Extra Mile Walk Sponsorship Registration
LPS Extra Mile Walk: Saturday, April 25, 2020 Started in 2008 to help raise funds to ensure children and families eligible for the Free or Reduced School Lunch Programs have food to eat during the weekend. By supporting the walk through your sponsorship, you are taking the first step toward fighting hunger in our community. […]
Wells Fargo Holiday Drive
The holidays can be a tough time for 57,960 Nebraskans facing food insecurity. Wells Fargo is teaming up with Feeding America to help us alleviate hunger in southeast Nebraska. Wells Fargo will match individual donations up to $5,000.00 per donor. Donate online or at your local ATM. You can also bring nonperishable food items to […]