06-05-2025
New Urbandale Food Pantry facility sees busy first month
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Urbandale Food Pantry is already making an impact in its community after the April opening of a new facility.
Officials say the new location at 7901 Douglas Avenue has served more than 2,000 families in just its first month of operation. The Anytime Room, a space dedicated to redistributing rescued food nearing its expiration date, has also seen over 5,000 visits.
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Patty Sneddon-Kisting, Chief Executive Officer of the Urbandale Food Pantry, said they designed the new facility as more than just a pantry.
Through a partnership with Project Iowa, career support and workforce development opportunities are being brought into the pantry starting this month. On-site health and nutrition services will also be provided through Broadlawns WIC (Women, Infants, & Children)
'It's about reimagining food support and creating a space where people feel valued and empowered—not just served,' said Sneddon-Kisting.
You can learn more about the Urbandale Food Pantry and its programs here.
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