URBANDALE, Iowa – July 8, 2024 – The Iowa Egg Council, in collaboration with Rose Acre Farms and HATCH for Hunger, is proud to announce the donation of 237,600 eggs to the Food Bank of Iowa. This contribution will support local communities by providing essential nutrition to families in need.
On Monday, July 8th, 2024, Rose Acre Farms donated eggs to the Food Bank of Iowa, where they will be distributed to families facing food insecurity. This initiative underscores the commitment of the Iowa Egg Council, HATCH for Hunger, and Rose Acre Farms to giving back to the community and ensuring that nutritious food reaches those who need it most.
“We are proud to produce eggs every day to feed people, and we are glad to help our neighbors in need after the recent devastating tornadoes and flooding,” said Tony Wesner, Chief Operating Officer of Rose Acre Farms. “We love supporting the local communities surrounding our farms, and are glad to lend a hand when and where we can.”
“Eggs are a valuable source of protein and nutrients, and we are honored to contribute to the well-being of our fellow Iowans,” said Mindy Larson, new CEO of Iowa Egg Council.
“At HATCH, we’ve seen firsthand the incredible effect that unity and collaboration can make on feeding our communities,” said Danny Leckie, CEO of HATCH for Hunger. “We are incredibly grateful to have partners such as Rose Acre Farms and the Iowa Egg Council that share our commitment to ending hunger and consistently jump in to support those in need.”
Rose Acre Farms, a leading egg producer in the U.S. with three farms in Iowa, is donating all 237,600 eggs as part of their ongoing efforts to support local communities and HATCH for Hunger. The Food Bank of Iowa plays a crucial role in distributing food to reaching thousands of individuals and families in need each year.
ABOUT ROSE ACRE FARMS:
Rose Acre Farms is the second largest egg producer in the United States. The family-owned company prides itself on the small-town values of quality, service and integrity. Rose Acre Farms is located in seven states and offers shell eggs (including commodity and cage-free), liquid eggs, dried eggs and more. For more information, visit www.goodegg.com.
ABOUT HATCH:
HATCH is a nonprofit committed to being the most reliable source of animal protein to hunger relief organizations nationwide. In 2023, HATCH delivered over 11 million dozen eggs and 1 million pounds of chicken to food banks and pantries, providing 72 million meals to those facing hunger. With support from an incredible network of partners, HATCH aims to deliver 300 million meals by 2027 to nourish communities through sustainable access to nutrient-rich animal protein.
ABOUT IOWA EGG COUNCIL:
Iowa Egg Council serves egg producers throughout the state of Iowa. Iowa is the number one egg producing state in the country, which makes Iowa home to approximately 45 million laying hens producing around 15 billion eggs a year!
