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. We primarily serve residents of Johnson County, IA. Each household may 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.
There are no income limits or other requirements to receive food at the CommUnity Food Bank. USDA Foods are available to anyone who is eligible without providing any additional information. Households with addresses residing in Johnson County are eligible for full Food Pantry Membership (access to non-USDA foods).
Shopping at the Food Bank is completely free and confidential.
Shopping Hours
Monday:
12 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday:
12 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday:
12 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday:
9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Sunday:
Closed
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
Lobby Hours
Monday:
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Tuesday:
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Friday:
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Saturday:
8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Sunday:
Closed
First-Time Visit Information
Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to closing so we have enough time to complete a brief check-in and ensure you can shop comfortably.
During your visit, we will ask for your name, birth date, phone number (if you wish to sign up for text alerts), and a few other quick questions. USDA Foods are available to anyone who is eligible without providing any additional information.
Once you are checked in, you will be able to shop for the food you need.
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 caleb.borden@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 Monday through Friday for those receiving a delivery in Iowa City, Hills, or Lone Tree. Delivery requests will be fulfilled within 48 hours. Requests made after 10 a.m. on Friday will be delivered the following Monday. If you have any delivery questions, please call 319-519-6165 or email the team at mobile.pantry@builtbycommunity.org.