Feed Iowa First

Feed Iowa First's mission is to ‘Combat Food Insecurity by Growing Food and Farmers'

12/09/2025

Even in the snow, there’s so much you can do to support your garden. ❄️💚
Swipe left for easy winter gardening tips to keep your plants happy all season.
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12/08/2025

Winter produce is packed with history, flavor, and nutrition. ❄️🥕 From Brussels sprouts to parsnips, these cold-weather crops help nourish our community all season long.

12/02/2025

When you give to Feed Iowa First this Giving Tuesday, you directly support the planting, harvesting, and distribution of fresh, local produce for families across Linn County.
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Your donation becomes seeds in the ground, fresh vegetables on tables, and support for neighbors facing food insecurity.
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Every contribution strengthens our ability to grow healthy food and share it with care and dignity. 💛
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Donate now using this link → https://www.feediowa1st.com/donate/

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Feed Iowa First! 🦃✨ Grateful today and every day for the community that helps grow food and share it with neighbors across Linn County. Your support strengthens food security and helps us continue this important work. The shop will be closed until Dec. 1. Enjoy the holiday weekend — see you Monday!

11/19/2025

✨ Heirloom Spotlight: Arkansas Black Apple ✨

Say hello to one of fall’s most unique heirloom fruits. The Arkansas Black Apple dates back to the late 1800s in Benton County, Arkansas, and it’s famous for its incredibly dark, almost plum-black skin—so dark it looks unreal.

What makes this apple so special?

🍎 Remarkable Storage Life: Unlike most apples, Arkansas Blacks improve after harvest. Their firm flesh softens slightly in storage, and their flavor deepens from tart to a rich, sweet, almost wine-like taste.

🌱 Naturally Disease-Resistant: This variety is known for being hardy and resilient, making it a great example of why preserving heirloom genetics matters—these old varieties often carry traits modern apples lost.

🍁 A True Fall Fruit: Arkansas Blacks are typically harvested in late fall, and their dense texture helps them hold up beautifully in pies, crisps, and cider.

📜 A Slice of History: As industrial farming narrowed apple varieties down to just a handful, apples like this one remind us of the biodiversity we risk losing. Heirlooms keep our food system flavorful, diverse, and climate-resilient.

If you’ve ever tasted an Arkansas Black—or want to try growing one—drop a comment! Keeping heirlooms alive starts with curiosity. 🌿🍎

11/18/2025

Bono, known not just for U2 but for his decades of work fighting global poverty and hunger, reminds us that real change takes everyone.

We know one organization can’t solve hunger alone — but we can strengthen food access, grow healthy produce locally, and support the neighbors who rely on fresh, healthy food the most.

Feed Iowa First is one part of a larger movement for food justice, and every volunteer, gardener, and partner helps build a more nourished community.
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11/13/2025

🌱 We grow microgreens — and you can too! These tiny greens are packed with nutrients, easy to grow, and perfect for adding a little local goodness to your meals.

11/10/2025

Who said work can’t come with a side of fries?

💻 We just took over the ‘Work From The Brewery’ day at biggroveic last Thursday and it was great food and even greater vibes!

11/06/2025

🌱 Exciting news! Feed Iowa First will be at the 25th Annual Organic Agriculture Conference hosted by Iowa State University! 🌾

Join us at the Iowa Memorial Union on Nov. 16–17 to learn about organic farming, sustainable practices, and how local partnerships grow food equity in Iowa. 🍅💚

🎟️ Early registration ends Nov. 9 — don’t miss out!
Get your ticket here: https://www.regcytes.extension.iastate.edu/iowaorganic/

11/03/2025

🌾 No Hunger This November 🌾
Many Cedar Rapids families are feeling the impact of recent SNAP cuts, but small acts of community can make a big difference. 💚

You can support by donating canned or shelf-stable foods to Feed Iowa First at 1506 10th St SE (9AM–3 PM, Tues–Thurs, through Nov. 15), or by giving funds and food to local pantries like the Linn Community Food Bank.

Want to do even more? Share, like, and comment to spread the word and help support your neighbors this season. 🌱

10/30/2025

With SNAP and EBT benefits lapsing, many families in Cedar Rapids are facing even greater challenges putting food on the table.

You can help by supporting local pantries and Feed Iowa First’s No Hunger November Food Drive — donate veggies, pantry items, or make a monetary gift (note “food drive” in your donation). Every bit helps feed our neighbors. 🌱💚

📍Produce Shed open Tues–Thurs, 8AM–3PM (or 24/7 with an email to [email protected]).

10/30/2025

🚨 No Hunger This November 🚨

SNAP benefits are lapsing — and our neighbors need us now more than ever.

Join Feed Iowa First in taking action to fill plates and fight hunger across Cedar Rapids.

🍎 We’re collecting fresh produce and shelf-stable pantry items
📍 Drop-off: 1506 10th St SE, Cedar Rapids
📧 Contact: Jill Gretter | [email protected]

Address

1506 10th Street SE
Cedar Rapids, IA
52401

Telephone

+13197750149

Website

http://feediowa1st.com/homepage/get-involved/

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