Food Bank of Northwest Indiana

Food Bank of Northwest Indiana The largest hunger-relief organization in the Region, we are the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana To learn more about Feeding America, visit feedingamerica.org.
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The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana is the largest hunger relief organization in the Region, and the only food bank serving Lake and Porter counties. It has been leading Northwest Indiana’s fight against hunger since 1982 and distribute more than 4.2 million meals each year to hungry kids, adults and seniors in the community. Each month, the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana serves more than 23,000 in

dividuals and families through its 100+ partner agencies, mobile distributions, and direct service hunger relief programs like the Commodity Supplemental Food Program for seniors and the BackPack program for kids. The Food Bank of Northwest Indiana is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization and a member of Feeding America, the nation’s largest domestic hunger-relief organization and a powerful and efficient network of 200 food banks across the country. As food insecurity rates hold steady at the highest levels ever, the Feeding America network of food banks has risen to meet the need.

Give Back & Save This Summer! Every Thursday from June 5 through August 7, bring 2 cans of non-perishable food and recei...
06/23/2026

Give Back & Save This Summer!

Every Thursday from June 5 through August 7, bring 2 cans of non-perishable food and receive:

$5 OFF regular admission (10 AM–5 PM)
$3 OFF admission for guests under 46" tall

All donations help support local community food assistance efforts, making it easy to have fun while making a difference.

Pictured here are members of our team collecting donations from Deep River: Robert, our Truck Driver, and Emily, our Partnership & Events Coordinator. Supporting the effort behind them are Noelle, Aisha B., and Aisha M., who help make this community initiative possible.

"We get to see everyone getting involved while saving money—lessening burdens while giving back to make a difference in the community."
— Noelle Jones

NOTE:
• This offer cannot be combined with already discounted rates, group rates, or hotel packages.
• The discount may be combined with resident, senior, and under-46" discounts.
• Each guest must bring **2 cans** to receive the discount.

Thank you for helping us support our community, one can at a time!

06/18/2026

Our office will be closed on June 19 in observance of Juneteenth.

We honor this important day of freedom and reflection and will resume normal business hours on the next business day.

Stay safe and enjoy the holiday. ❤️🖤

***Serving all residents impacted by the severe storms on 6/12*** On Tuesday, June 16, starting at 12pm, the Food Bank o...
06/15/2026

***Serving all residents impacted by the severe storms on 6/12***

On Tuesday, June 16, starting at 12pm, the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana will be stationed at Hidden Lake (6355 Broadway, Merrillville) to distribute boxed lunches in partnership with
Grindhouse Cafe. Limited quantities, first come first served. Recipients must be present to get a box.

06/14/2026

***Serving residents of Merrillville impacted by the severe storms last week only***

On Monday, June 15, starting at 12pm, the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana will be stationed at Hidden Lake (6355 Broadway, Merrillville) to distribute boxed lunches in partnership with
Grindhouse Cafe. Limited quantities. First come first served. Merrillville residents only. Recipients must be present and provide proof of residence to get a box.

The Foodbank of Northwest Indiana is continuing to support our community through storm recovery efforts. 💚🧡We’re working...
06/12/2026

The Foodbank of Northwest Indiana is continuing to support our community through storm recovery efforts. 💚🧡

We’re working alongside state officials, the Town of Merrillville, Ross Township Trustee, the American Red Cross, and local leaders to help families affected by the recent storms.

If you or someone you know needs support — we are here for you.
If you’d like to help, consider donating through the link/QR code in this post.

DONATE HERE: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/june2026stormresponse/

Help the Food Bank support Lake & Porter Counties as we respond to the urgent need due to the June 11th severe inclement...
06/12/2026

Help the Food Bank support Lake & Porter Counties as we respond to the urgent need due to the June 11th severe inclement weather.

Due to limited capacity, the Food Bank is asking for monetary donations only at this time. Please do not send any other kind of donation to the Food Bank for now. Thank you for your support of our community during this urgent time.

DONATE HERE: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/june2026stormresponse/

06/12/2026

"Strack and Van Til at 61st and Broadway from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. is offering free meals to those affected by the storm."

Today’s Mobile Market in Highland is also CANCELED.We know many families in our community may be dealing with power outa...
06/12/2026

Today’s Mobile Market in Highland is also CANCELED.

We know many families in our community may be dealing with power outages, property damage, or displacement. If you have been affected by the storms, help is available:

Emergency Shelter & Disaster Assistance
• Contact the American Red Cross at 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) for shelter locations, emergency assistance, and recovery resources. The Red Cross can help connect residents with temporary shelter, health services, and disaster relief support.

Need Immediate Help?
• Call 211 to be connected with local community resources, shelter information, food assistance, and other emergency services.

Please continue to monitor local emergency management and National Weather Service updates, avoid downed power lines, and stay clear of damaged structures until they can be inspected.

We appreciate your understanding as we assess conditions and determine when it is safe to resume operations. Updates regarding reopening will be shared as soon as they become available.
Stay safe, Northwest Indiana. ❤️

Distribution schedule for June. Please share, and be sure to follow Mobile Market by Food Bank of Northwest Indiana for ...
05/30/2026

Distribution schedule for June. Please share, and be sure to follow Mobile Market by Food Bank of Northwest Indiana for more updates.

Address

6490 Broadway
Merrillville, IN
46410

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12199801777

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