Iowa Hunger Summit Meal Packaging Event

The World Food Prize Foundation invites you 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 delivery. 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.
This hands-on event is part of the larger Iowa Hunger Summit, which is held 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 registration is required and space is limited.