OMAHA, Neb. (Sept. 30, 2025) – The Omaha Corporate Games Canned Food Drive wrapped up with remarkable success, as participating companies donated a total of 24,770 pounds of food—the equivalent of 20,642 meals—to support Food Bank for the Heartland in their mission to fight hunger across Nebraska and western Iowa. This year’s total marks an increase of more than 5,000 pounds compared to last year, showcasing the continued generosity and community spirit of Omaha-area businesses.
Division Winners:
- Red Division: Bridges Trust – 6,585 pounds
- Orange Division: Aviture/Decision Logic – 2,589 pounds
- Blue Division: Triage – 4,483 pounds
- Green Division: Omaha Scheels – 929 pounds
“We are thrilled with the overwhelming response from our Omaha Corporate Games participants,” said Dave Mlnarik, President of the Nebraska Sports Council. “The generosity of these companies reflects the strong community spirit in Omaha, and with Omaha Steaks’ matching pledge, the impact of these donations is even greater. Thank you to all who participated!”
Erin Burke, Corporate Relations Officer of Food Bank for the Heartland, also shared her gratitude: “The results of the Omaha Corporate Games are a resounding testament to the dedication and generosity of our corporate partners. When we all work together toward a greater purpose, we can alleviate hunger across our communities. The donated food—paired with the match from Omaha Steaks—will provide families and individuals in Nebraska and western Iowa with the nutritious food they need to focus, live, and thrive.”
Omaha Steaks has once again 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 support for the Food Bank, and assisting even more families in need. Their dedication to fighting hunger highlights the power of businesses uniting for positive change in their communities.
For more information on the Omaha Corporate Games, please visit OmahaCorporateGames.com.
About Omaha Corporate Games:
The Omaha Corporate Games is an annual multi-sport event designed to promote teamwork, employee engagement, and healthy lifestyles among businesses and organizations in Omaha, Nebraska.
About Food Bank for the Heartland:
Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, Food Bank for the Heartland—a partner Food Bank of Feeding America—is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our mission is to eliminate hunger in the Heartland by ensuring consistent access to healthy foods through community partnerships. Food Bank for the Heartland works with more than 500 network partners in 93 counties across Nebraska and western Iowa offering multiple hunger-relief and nutrition programs, helping to break the cycle of food insecurity among children, families, seniors, and veterans. For more information, visit FoodBankHeartland.org
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-finished 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.
