Woodbine Community Food Pantry

08/05/2026

✏️ Back-to-school season is here, and the Woodbine Community Food Pantry could use your help!

For August’s What We Need Wednesday, we are collecting:

• Mac and cheese
• Canned pasta, such as Chef Boyardee
• Peanut butter
• Jelly

Donations can help local families prepare for a busy new school year. Thank you for supporting neighbors in our community! ❤️

Remember there are now drop off locations at Crew Center, Foodland and Dollar General as well as at the Pantry!

08/04/2026

Need an inexpensive treat that is simple to make? This Banana Ice Cream from Iowa State Extension’s Spend Smart series is a fun, easy option made with just bananas and a little milk. At only about $0.12 per serving, it is a budget-friendly way to make something sweet at home, and you can even add extras like peanut butter, cocoa powder, or chopped fruit for a different twist.

See the full recipe here:
https://loom.ly/xAx1qOo

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

07/28/2026

What’s YOUR favorite budget-friendly recipe? 🍲

We know our community is full of creative cooks who know how to stretch ingredients, save money, and still make something delicious. Share your go-to affordable meal idea in the comments below!

It could be a family favorite, a quick pantry meal, a slow cooker recipe, or something you make when groceries need to go a little further.

Let’s swap ideas and help our neighbors find new meals to try. ❤️

Comment below with your favorite budget-friendly recipe! 👇

07/21/2026

📦 Harrison County Residents – We’re Here to Help! 🛒

Any Woodbine resident is welcome to visit the Food Pantry once a month on Tuesdays or Thursdays to receive essential food and toiletry items — no income restrictions are required.

✅ It’s an easy and welcoming process! First-time visitors will be guided by a volunteer to fill out a short form and select their items.

🥫 Additional food options may be available through the USDA for those who qualify based on income.

We’re here to support our community — stop in and see us!

07/17/2026

🥚 Got Hens? Help Us Help Others! 🥚
The Woodbine Food Pantry is currently accepting donations of farm fresh eggs from local residents. If you’ve got laying hens and extra eggs to spare, we’d love to put them to good use supporting our neighbors.

Here’s what to keep in mind for safe egg donations:
✅ Collect eggs daily
✅ Gently clean any debris using a dry cloth or warm running water (no soap or detergent)
✅ Store eggs in the fridge right away — ideally below 40°F
✅ Please do not donate cracked or visibly dirty eggs

Your small backyard flock can make a BIG difference in a local family’s kitchen.
Drop-offs can be made during our regular pantry hours.

07/08/2026

Need something inexpensive, tasty, and easy to make? This Vegetable Frittata from Iowa State Extension’s Spend Smart series is a simple meal that uses just a few basic ingredients like eggs, vegetables, milk, and cheese. It is a great way to use leftover veggies and turn them into a quick, filling meal for breakfast, lunch, or supper.

See the full recipe here:
https://loom.ly/A9gqQDM

Use leftover vegetables, frozen vegetables that have been thawed, or canned vegetables that have been drained and rinsed.

07/02/2026

Community support makes a difference!

The Crew Center has been a donation drop-off spot for Woodbine Community Food Pantry items during their open hours, and now Food Land and Dollar General have drop-off locations too.

That means you can donate pantry items at any of these locations during their regular operating hours.

A big thank you to The Crew Center , Food Land , and Dollar General for helping make it easier for our community to support local families. Every donation helps stock the shelves and serve our neighbors.

07/01/2026

07/01/2026

What We Need Wednesday: July edition

July is picnic time, and this month the pantry is collecting a few items that can help make summer meals a little easier. Current needs include:

• Baked beans
• Black beans
• Pinto beans
• Buns

If you would like to help, donations of any of these items are appreciated. Thank you for continuing to support the Woodbine Community Food Pantry and the families we serve.

06/27/2026

If you'd like to support the pantry financially, monetary donations can be dropped off at Farmers Savings Bank or mailed to PO Box 255, Woodbine IA 51579. Food donations can be dropped off at the Pantry or at the Crew Center during their open hours!

Every dollar helps us source needed items and restock essentials for local households.
We are grateful for every gift.