LINCOLN, Neb. (Sept. 16, 2024) – The Lincoln Corporate Games Canned Food Drive concluded with impressive results, as 33 companies donated a total of 16,790 pounds to support the Food Bank of Lincoln in their mission to alleviate hunger in Lincoln and surrounding communities. These contributions showcase the generosity and community spirit of local businesses and will provide around 14,000 meals for families in Southeast Nebraska.

Division Winners:

  • Red Division: Ironhide Construction
  • Orange Division: Norland International/ABE Equipment
  • Blue Division: Midlands Packaging Corporation
  • Green Division: Hudl

Winners were determined by the total weight of donations, with Midlands Packaging Corporation leading the effort by contributing an incredible 3,020 pounds.

“We are thrilled with the overwhelming response from our Lincoln Corporate Games participants,” said Dave Mlnarik, President of the Nebraska Sports Council. “The generosity of these companies reflects the strong community spirit in Lincoln, and with Omaha Steaks’ matching pledge, the impact of these donations is even greater. Thank you to all who participated!”

Jason Pauling, Corporate Partnerships Director of the Food Bank of Lincoln, also shared his gratitude: “Thank you to the Nebraska Sports Council, Omaha Steaks, and the Lincoln business community for coming together in a big way to help so many people. These donations will directly help in our mission to alleviate hunger in Southeast Nebraska.”

Omaha Steaks has made a remarkable commitment by pledging to match every pound donated, up to $10,000. This generous match will significantly amplify the impact of the drive, doubling the support for the Food Bank of Lincoln and assisting even more families in need. Their dedication to fighting hunger highlights the power of businesses uniting for positive change in their communities.

Additionally, Omaha Steaks will match every pound donated, up to $10,000, for the upcoming Omaha Corporate Games Food Drive, set for September 30 to October 4.

For more information on the Lincoln Corporate Games, please visit LincolnCorporateGames.com.

About Lincoln Corporate Games:

The Lincoln Corporate Games is an annual multi-sport event designed to promote teamwork, employee engagement, and healthy lifestyles among businesses and organizations in Lincoln, Nebraska.

About Omaha Steaks®

Omaha Steaks, America’s Original Butcher, founded in 1917, is an Omaha, Nebraska-based, fifth-generation, family-owned company, who has a history of supporting food security through long-standing relationships with food banks, and partnerships with national organizations to provide food to those in need during natural disasters and during the pandemic. Omaha Steaks markets and distributes a wide variety of the finest quality USDA-approved, grass-fed, grain-fed beef and other gourmet foods, including seafood, pork, poultry, and skillet meals, side dishes, appetizers, and desserts. Today, Omaha Steaks is recognized as the nation’s largest direct response marketer of premium beef and gourmet foods, available to customers by calling 1-800-228-9055, online at www.OmahaSteaks.com or at retail stores nationwide.