Ways we help
Food Bank
CommUnity Food Pantry at Pepperwood Plaza
1045 Highway 6 East
Iowa City, IA 52240
The Food Bank at Pepperwood Plaza provides produce, bakery, deli, dairy, health, baby, hygiene and non-perishable items. Residents of Johnson County, IA can receive grocery assistance once per week. Clients may choose their own items with some limits based on family size. Pre-made bags are available for individuals who prefer not to shop.
Shopping at the Food Bank is completely free and confidential.
Hours of Operation
Monday:
12:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday:
12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday:
12:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Thursday:
9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday:
12:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday:
9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Holiday Closures 2025
Jan. 1: New Year’s Day
Jan. 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Feb. 17: Presidents’ Day
May 24-26: Memorial Day
July 4-5: Independence Day
Aug. 30-Sept. 1: Labor Day
Nov. 27-29: Thanksgiving
Dec. 24-25: Christmas
First-Time Visit Information
Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to closing so we can gather family information in a 15-20 minute first-time client interview.
We will ask you for your address and the names, birth dates, income, and received benefits* of everyone who lives with you. (*This information does NOT impact the amount or kind of food you will receive.)
After your first visit, you will only need to give us your name to receive assistance during future visits.
Contact Information
For inquiries about volunteering at the food bank, please email lucas.welch@builtbycommunity.org
For Food Bank General Information, please email krystal.kabela@builtbycommunity.org
For General Information and Inquiries about our Mobile Pantry and Food Delivery, please email:
mobile.pantry@
Food Delivery Request Form
Community Food Bank delivers groceries Tuesday through Friday for those receiving a delivery in Iowa City, Hills, or Lone Tree. Delivery requests made before noon will be delivered the next day of operation. Requests made after noon will be delivered 2 days of operation after the initial request. We require 1–2 business days to prepare your order and same day delivery is not currently available. Please call 319-519-6165 for all delivery questions.
