For many, summer is a time to slow down and take a break. Here at the Coralville Ecumenical Food Pantry, where we provide weekly food assistance to nearly 2,500 Coralville residents, we know firsthand that hunger does not take a break during the summer months—in fact, the need increases. “Thanksgiving in July”, or TGIJ for short, is a special collaborative effort among local food pantries to keep the issue of hunger on the forefront during this busy time.

As in years past, many generous groups in our community are hosting special events this month to benefit the pantry. Mark your calendars!

July 1 – July 31
What: Coralville Community-Wide Food Drive
Where: New Pi, HyVee, Costco, Walgreens, & MidWestOne Bank (donate food at any of these locations)

Saturday, July 4 (7-10am)
What: Corridor Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast (1/2 of proceeds go to pantry)
Where: Northwest Junior High School Cafeteria

Saturday, July 4 (10am)
What: Coralville 4thFEST Parade (look for the Thanksgiving in July float!)
Where:  Downtown Coralville

Saturday, July 11 (All Day)
What: “Step Up to the Plate” Wiffle Ball Tournament
Where: The Wiffle Ball Field in Springville, IA

Tuesday, July 28 (All Day)
What: Dine & Donate Event (pantry receives portion of restaurant profits)
Where: Scratch Cupcakery (we get $1 for every “Oh Happy Day” cupcake ordered) and Waterstreet Coffee Bar (a percentage of Waterstreet’s daily sales will be donated to the pantry).