Meal Packaging Event
Volunteer to package meals for Iowa families on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, as the kickoff to the 20th annual Iowa Hunger Summit. Volunteering will take place in one-hour shifts between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Norman E. Borlaug Hall of Laureates in Des Moines. In partnership with The Outreach Program, volunteers will package more than 20,000 meals that will stay right here in Iowa.
The 9 to 10 a.m. shift will support the event setup, and the 1 to 2 p.m. shift will prepare the packaged meals for drop off. During shifts from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., each meal-packaging station will accommodate ten volunteers. Both individuals and groups are welcome to join.
Volunteer Shifts Available:
- 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. (Set Up)
- 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. (Meal Packaging)
- 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Meal Packaging)
- 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. (Meal Packaging)
- 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. (Clean Up)
This hands-on event is part of the larger Iowa Hunger Summit, which runs from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, and includes inspiring speakers, interactive exhibits and engaging panel discussions. . Attendance is free, but space is limited. You can register for the full Iowa Hunger Summit here.