County, City, and Chamber Partner to Support Local Food Drive

Posted November 4, 2025
Posted by Public Relations

Pottawattamie County, the City of Council Bluffs, and the Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce are partnering to help address food insecurity in our community. Many local families continue to face challenges putting food on the table, and this community-wide effort aims to make a difference—one donation at a time. 

Donation boxes will be available at select County and City buildings for anyone wishing to drop off nonperishable food or hygiene items. All donations will directly benefit Together Inc., a local nonprofit organization that provides food and essential supplies to families in need throughout the region. 

“This partnership reflects how much stronger we are when we work together,” said Kate Gerber, Pottawattamie County Public Relations Manager. “By coordinating across city, county, and chamber locations, we’re making it easier for residents to give back and support local families.” 

Most-Needed Items 

• Cheese crackers 

• Beef sticks 

• Tuna pouches 

• Soups 

• Hygiene items 

• Shelf-stable milk 

• Cooking oil 

• Corn flour 

• Shelf-stable eggs 

Donation Drop-Off Locations 

Pottawattamie County: 

• Courthouse (227 South 6th Street) 

• Veterans Services Office (623 6th Avenue) 

• Health Services (515 5th Avenue) 

• Roads Operation Center (17501 Eastern Hills Drive) 

• Jail and Sheriff's Office (1400 Big Lake Road) 

• Recycling Center (41911 Industrial Drive, Oakland, Iowa 51560) 

City of Council Bluffs: 

• City Hall (209 Pearl Street) 

• Fire Station 5 (3405 South 11th Street) 

• Fire Station 4 (2111 Greenview Road) 

• Police Headquarters (1 Ezra Jackson Way) 

Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce: 

• Chamber Office (149 West Broadway) 

Together, we can ensure every family in our community has what they need this season. 
To learn more about Together Inc. and its services, visit www.togetheromaha.org.