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Large-Scale Food Procurement Transforming Communities
Every donation multiplies into millions of meals through our distribution network.
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Food Rescue & Pickup
We coordinate convenient pickups so that safe, unsellable, or surplus food reaches families instead of landfills. Midwest Food Bank provides a donation receipt to food donors, acknowledging the charitable contribution of food.Â
Rejected Loads, Accepted Here
Whether rejected at retail or transit, we provide a safe, meaningful destination for food. Â Contact our distribution centers to coordinate a drop-off
National Receiving Network
With food bank locations across the country, we make it easy to donate food. We can cooridnate pickups from across the nation.
Impact
Where Your Food is Going
Together with corporate donors, we fight hunger, reduce waste, and bring hope where it’s needed most.
130 Million Meals
Midwest Food Bank donates 130 Million meals in a year. This is food donated to nonprofits at no cost.
25 States
Midwest Food Bank food donations support families in 25 states. We also have operations in Kenya and Haiti.Â
Easy, Efficient Food Pickup at Your Location
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Pickup Made Easy
We’ll schedule a convenient time and arrive to collect your donated food.
Know You Made a Difference
Every pound of food you donate helps a family in need and all donations are tax deductible.
Food Procurement
FAQs
You can find your answers here or contact our support team with any questions you have.
How do I know my donation made a difference?
We track all products received and distributed through our network of nonprofit partners. You’ll receive confirmation of your donation, and many partners share stories showing how your food helped feed families in need. 👉 See your impact
How do I know my donation made a difference?
We track all products received and distributed through our network of nonprofit partners. You’ll receive confirmation of your donation, and many partners share stories showing how your food helped feed families in need. 👉 See your impact
Do you accept bulk or recurring donations?
Absolutely. We regularly partner with food manufacturers, retailers, farms, and distributors for bulk or recurring donations. Our national network allows us to manage consistent product flow while reducing food waste. 👉 Partner with us
Do you accept bulk or recurring donations?
Absolutely. We regularly partner with food manufacturers, retailers, farms, and distributors for bulk or recurring donations. Our national network allows us to manage consistent product flow while reducing food waste. 👉 Partner with us
Do you weigh donations?
Yes. All donations are weighed and documented upon receipt. We provide acknowledgment letters or donation receipts that include total pounds donated for your records and reporting.
Do you weigh donations?
Yes. All donations are weighed and documented upon receipt. We provide acknowledgment letters or donation receipts that include total pounds donated for your records and reporting.
Do your locations have storage capacity?
Yes. Each Midwest Food Bank division maintains warehouse, freezer, and cooler space to safely store perishable and non-perishable products. We also coordinate cross-division transfers to ensure donations reach areas of highest need.
Do your locations have storage capacity?
Yes. Each Midwest Food Bank division maintains warehouse, freezer, and cooler space to safely store perishable and non-perishable products. We also coordinate cross-division transfers to ensure donations reach areas of highest need.
What quantities of food can you accept?
We welcome donations of all sizes—from single pallets to truckloads. Each of our divisions has warehouse and refrigeration capacity designed to handle bulk food, corporate donations, and retail reclamation programs.
What quantities of food can you accept?
We welcome donations of all sizes—from single pallets to truckloads. Each of our divisions has warehouse and refrigeration capacity designed to handle bulk food, corporate donations, and retail reclamation programs.
What types of food and items can you accept?
We accept shelf-stable, refrigerated, and frozen products, as well as cleaning and hygiene items. Donated food must meet safety standards and be unopened, properly labeled, and within date codes unless approved for reclamation. 👉 See donation guidelines
What types of food and items can you accept?
We accept shelf-stable, refrigerated, and frozen products, as well as cleaning and hygiene items. Donated food must meet safety standards and be unopened, properly labeled, and within date codes unless approved for reclamation. 👉 See donation guidelines
How do you arrange pickup or delivery?
Our logistics team will coordinate based on the size and location of your donation. Midwest Food Bank can often provide transportation through our own fleet or partner carriers, or we’ll schedule a delivery time at your nearest warehouse. 👉 Find your nearest division
How do you arrange pickup or delivery?
Our logistics team will coordinate based on the size and location of your donation. Midwest Food Bank can often provide transportation through our own fleet or partner carriers, or we’ll schedule a delivery time at your nearest warehouse. 👉 Find your nearest division
What happens after I contact you?
Once we receive your inquiry, a team member will reach out to confirm product details, discuss timing, and determine the best logistics for pickup or delivery. We coordinate closely with you to make the process easy and efficient.
What happens after I contact you?
Once we receive your inquiry, a team member will reach out to confirm product details, discuss timing, and determine the best logistics for pickup or delivery. We coordinate closely with you to make the process easy and efficient.
How do I start the donation process?
Complete the Food Procurement Form or contact your nearest division. Our procurement team will review your information, answer questions, and guide you through next steps. 👉 Start a donation
How do I start the donation process?
Complete the Food Procurement Form or contact your nearest division. Our procurement team will review your information, answer questions, and guide you through next steps. 👉 Start a donation