Proteus Inc. Food Pantry

Proteus, Inc. is a nonprofit organization in Des Moines that operates a food pantry providing families in central Iowa access to nutritious meals. Founded in 1979 to serve migrant and seasonal farmworkers, the organization provides comprehensive services including healthcare, education assistance, and job training alongside its food security program. The food pantry serves immigrant, minority, and low-income populations to help them overcome language and cultural barriers while meeting basic nutritional needs.