Eggs Lead to Partnership and Collaboration in Iowa January 31 , 2017
Eggs Lead to Partnership and Collaboration in Iowa January 31 , 2017
Partnership and collaboration . These are the key elements in creating a sustainable and efficient food system in Iowa . Through the partnership of individuals , organizations and local businesses we , as a community , can create collaborative initiatives to support a sustainable food system with the ability to feed everyone .
One such initiative took place this past December as the Iowa Egg Council and Fareway Stores , Inc . partnered to provide a truckload of fresh eggs to the homes of Iowans through a collaborative campaign with the Food Bank of Iowa . Between December 19-24 , Fareway Stores across the state held a buy two , give one promotion on eggs . For every two dozen eggs purchased , one dozen eggs were donated to the Food Bank of Iowa .
The donation of eggs from individuals is often times a rarity for Food Banks , which means they are reliant upon the partnerships of egg producers , wholesalers , and retailers . These partnerships are imperative , as they provide access to a food source naturally containing 13 essential vitamins and minerals , including naturally occurring vitamin D . In addition , eggs are fundamental in providing necessary nutrients needed for fetal development , cell and eye health .
" We strive to provide the best balance of nutritional foods to our partners and our clients ," said Michelle Book , President & CEO of Food Bank of Iowa . " This generous partnership between Iowa ' s egg producers and Fareway Stores has provided us with a wonderful donation of healthful food that will make a difference for our neighbors in need . We are very grateful for their help and partnership ."
The truckload of donated eggs was distributed to members of the Iowa Food Bank Association : Food Bank of Iowa , Northeast Iowa Food Bank , Food Bank for the Heartland , HACAP Food Reservoir , River Bend Foodbank , Food Bank of Southern Iowa , Food Bank of Siouxland , and St . Stephen ' s Food Bank .
To connect further with the Iowa Egg Council , contact : Katie Nola Director of Consumer Affairs with the Iowa Egg Council katie @ iowaegg . org 515-727-4701 Ext . 110
For media inquiries , contact : Danny Akright Communications Manager Food Bank of Iowa dakright @ foodbankiowa . org 515-564-0330
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