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The Legends Campaign, a partnership between OL Reign and Starbucks, honors women for their extraordinary contributions to our community in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Prior to the July 31 match against Racing Louisville FC, OL Reign recognized Founder and Executive Director of El Centro de la Raza, Estela Ortega, for her lifelong commitment to community building and social justice.
Ortega’s unwavering commitment to building community and advocating for those most marginalized has earned her and El Centro many awards and recognition from organizations such as the National Education Association and the Seattle Seahawks. In 2018, she was named one of the 50 Most Influential Women in Seattle by Seattle Met Magazine and in 2020 she was named one of the Seattle Times 13 Most Influential People of the Decade.
Ortega has always been mission driven. Her story of hard work and commitment starts at a young age and spans over decades. “It’s a challenge to shorten the story,” she joked.
“I worked in the fields of Texas picking cotton at eight years old, with my brothers to help contribute to the household. That has always stayed with me. I’m so committed to my mission because I myself come from being dirt poor, growing up in a little town outside of Houston. In many ways, I have not forgotten where I came from and that has made me put everything, my time and effort, into building El Centro de la Raza.”
At the age of 22, Ortega was living in Houston, very active in the community. She worked around a lot of social justice matters like voter registration, getting people elected to office, farmworker issues, poverty related affairs, particularly related to kids in the poorer neighborhoods of Houston and she also protested the Vietnam War. Soon, she established a connection that would bring her to Seattle.
“Somebody invited me to a national conference that was going to be held in El Paso, Texas. It was Chicano and Mexican people coming together from all over the country to talk about a national agenda and possibility of forming an alternative political party. That’s where I met people from Seattle, and we stayed in touch. They told me about a building that being occupied for the Latino community and invited me to visit. I thought why not? I’d never been anywhere.”
That was just the beginning for Ortega. She went to Seattle and joined the group in an abandoned school building on Beacon Hill.
“Roberto Maestas, who we today refer to as our leader organizer was running an English language program and his funds got cut because there was no longer a commitment to the war on poverty and instead the dollars were going to support the Vietnam war. At that time there was a lot of action happening. Dr. King had been assassinated four years earlier, the Vietnam War was raging, college campuses were in an uproar in terms of young people protesting war, farm workers from the Yakima Valley were being displaced because of the mechanization of the agricultural industry. The people decided to stay together and occupy the building,” Ortega explained.
She arrived to the building three weeks into the occupation. The next three months would be a long and difficult struggle, but with the support of communities of color, the faith community and the anti-war community at the time. The group’s determination paid off.
“The city council and the school district turned over the building to the Mexican/Chicano/Latino community to begin to develop programs for the community. It was a white elephant because it needed a whole lot of work and then in 1997, we officially purchased the building for 1.3 million dollars.”
Next year, El Centro de la Raza will be 50 years old. El Centro de la Raza seeks to serve and empower all to learn from each other and unite energies in the noble struggle for basic social change. Over the last 50 years, El Centro has been involved in almost every social justice point of issue within Seattle and the surrounding area, whether the issues related to war, resources coming into the city, police accountability, etc.
“I’ve basically dedicated my entire life to helping build this organization to be able to provide services so that people can have a better life with dignity and respect because I know what it’s like to be dirt poor,” said Ortega.
“The work that we have done in the last 50 years has not been easy. It is hard work, day in and day out. I literally work seven days a week, ten to twelve hours a day for years on end because that’s what it takes when you are a community,” Ortega shared. “I’ve done every conceivable job that there is to do when you are building an organization, from secretarial and administrative work, to directing departments, to being the janitor and just all sorts of things. The thing that I always tell people is when you are building something, especially for the community, no task is beneath you. You do whatever it takes. Even if you are cleaning the toilets and mopping the floors.”
Ortega is huge on community and believes that people need inspiration from others, that you don’t make it through life alone. Rather than just giving people generic advice, she believes that you should encourage young people to seek help on their journeys to where they want to go.
“It’s about mentoring. You can tell them that they just need to work hard, but you need help along the way. Working as hard as you can towards your goal and not losing sight of it is important. Maybe there will be some bumps, but you can get back up and work at it again. I don’t feel that people can do it alone. They need inspiration,” shared Ortega.
At El Centro de la Raza, the staff come together weekly to get to know each other better. “We learn about each other’s cultures and discuss topics like why poverty exists and racism and how do we solve that. As a woman working at El Centro early on, I was continually encouraged and that mentoring in the work that I was doing on a daily basis,” said Ortega.
She continued to explain, “People want to be a part of something and when you create opportunities for them to be a part of, people are moved by that and begin making a difference in the lives of the people that they are volunteering to help or that the positions they are taking are right and just.”
“People want opportunities to volunteer to stand up and understand issues and lead, just like the Reign players are doing. The positions that the players have been taking on many different issues. I know that they are standing up for equality and justice for all people, so I’m honored to be receiving the award and the fact these young women are not only providing an example to young women in terms of developing their confidence, but standing up for what is just,” said Ortega.
Ortega encouraged anyone that is interested in getting involved with El Centro to reach out. “At El Centro, our volunteers are the lifeblood of El Centro de la Raza and part of our familia. Your time, energy, passion and skills help us build the Beloved Community, as Dr. King described. We have volunteer opportunities available for individuals, groups, and English or Spanish speakers who would like to become part of the community. Volunteers support our food bank, various programs, auction gala, bilingual legal clinics, tax preparation, our after-school programs and so much more. To volunteer as a community member, student, or corporate group please visit our website at elcentrodelaraza.org, emailing [email protected] or calling (206) 957-4602.”
“As an individual, I do not separate myself from what I am as El Centro de la Raza, being there for almost 50 years and doing every conceivable job. As an ordinary individual, because that’s what I am, it is truly an honor to be named an OL Reign Legend because of the Reign’s profile and how they view social justice and how they see institutional racism and they want to take a stand on those issues. It’s so important. They have a lot of supporters who look up to them and they are providing leadership on those positions that they take,” Ortega shared.
“All I can say is that I’m extremely honored because they are recognizing an organization, a community, that has been at work for almost 50 years, day in and day out. It’s a beautiful recognition. I am very grateful.”
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Go To Details Page For More InformationAs an organization grounded in the Latino community, our mission is to build unity across all racial and economic sectors, to organize, empower, and defend our most vulnerable and marginalized populations and to bring justice, dignity, equality, and freedom to all the peoples of the world.
Services offered at our center include:
Bebes! and Comadres: Infant Mortality Program
- Includes workshops for women and mothers
- This is part of a collaborative program called Infant Mortality Prevention Network that includes El Centro de la Raza.
After School Mentor/Tutoring Program
José Martí Child Development Center
Seattle Team For Youth Program**
- This is a collaborative youth intervention / educational support program that includes El Centro de la Raza.
Hope For Youth Poetry & Civil Rights History Classes
College Readiness Program
ESL Classes
Food Bank
Basic Healthcare Plan Sponsorship
Latino Hot Meal Program
Homeless & Housing Case Management
Job Referral & Training
Latino Homeownership Program
Financial Literacy Program and Workshops
Senior Congregate Meal & Wellness Program
Senior Home Delivered Meal Program
Veterans Program
Eviction Prevention Program
Emergency Funds and New Technology Help El Centro de la Raza Reach Families Hit by COVID
By Estela Ortega, Executive Director of El Centro de la Raza
The COVID-19 crisis put many families and students in Washington state at risk of being left behind. This problem has had an especially negative impact on communities of color across our region who face larger infection rates and limited access to resources to help them through this time.
To help the community, we immediately created a COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund, which allows individuals to support and lift up those who are navigating unprecedented challenges resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Contributions to this fund make it possible to feed hungry people through our food bank, keep them housed with rent assistance, and support families who are not eligible for or do not have access to public benefits.We ask anyone with extra resources to donate to this important cause at this time: https://www.elcentrodelaraza.org/covid-19/emergencyfund/.
Our 43 programs and services address early learning, youth and adult education, affordable housing, basic needs and family resources. Due to COVID-19 we had to pause many of our in-person services and provide them remotely. We immediately adapted and restructured program delivery to connect families and students with our resources and classes remotely from their homes. Staff worked tirelessly to move our programs online so we can continue to help our community, through the power of the internet.
A key partner for us in this journey is the team at Comcast Washington. Over the last decade, they have worked with us on programming to connect our families to technology resources and digital skills training. The company even helped connect households that need internet to an affordable option through its Internet Essentials program. Through this low-cost internet program, kids and families that need a connection have gotten one during the pandemic.
This week, we unveiled our latest update to that partnership, which played a pivotal role in our ability to offer new online programming – more Wi-Fi technology and connectivity for our center through the Comcast Lift Zones program and the opening of the Roberto Maestas Digital Learning Lab. As a designated “Lift Zone,” El Centro now has additional high-powered Wi-Fi and connectivity for three years and access to other resources that help kids and families connect to the internet when they are at our center.
With the new lab, we now have a fully furnished technology center that will immediately impact and support the virtual programming we have designed. It includes $50,000 in new technology from Comcast for recording, streaming, and remote instruction, so our virtual classes and services can now reach as many people across the state as possible in the safety of their homes.
Through this lab we can find ways to empower our youth to participate in their education and actively learn in a virtual setting. We will also use it to help adults secure living-wage jobs and support retraining efforts for those in industries impacted by the pandemic. And ultimately, it will give El Centro de la Raza the ability to create even more classes and services that will better the lives of families in our community for years to come.
Long-term, Once the pandemic is under control and we can welcome people back safely, we hope to open the lab up to other local nonprofits that could benefit from creating virtual programming to reach people across our community. You can learn more about our new lab and the Comcast program by visiting www.elcentrodelaraza.org/lab.
It is important now that we come together as a community to serve all people, and these types of partnerships can have a lasting impact.We are excited about the opportunities this new technology can bring to our organization and know it will make a difference for so many of the people and families we work with every day. Through community support and longstanding partnerships like the one we have with Comcast, we know we make a difference and help many who need it at this time.
We also again encourage everyone who has the ability to support our local community to consider contributing to the El Centro de la Raza COVID-19 Relief fund https://www.elcentrodelaraza.org/covid-19/emergencyfund/.
Any support you can provide at this time can make a huge difference.
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Agency | Contact | Services | Service Area |
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Byrd Barr Place | 722 18th Avenue Seattle, WA 206.812.4940 |
| City of Seattle |
El Centro de la Raza | 2524 16th Ave S. Seattle, WA 206.329.9442 |
| City of Seattle |
Neighborhood House | 1225 S. Weller St Suite 510 Seattle, WA 98144 206.461.8430 |
| Multiple Locations in King County |
Seattle Conservation Corp | 7400 Sandpoint Way NE Seattle, WA 206.684.0101 | Provides jobs and training for homeless and formerly troubled persons. | City of Seattle |
Multi-Service Center | 1200 South 336th St Federal Way, WA 800.422.1384 |
| Seattle and outlying towns (Auburn, Federal Way, Maple Valley and Black Diamond) |
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As an organization grounded in the Latino community, our mission is to build unity across all racial and economic sectors, to organize, empower, and defend our most vulnerable and marginalized populations and to bring justice, dignity, equality, and freedom to all the peoples of the centro de la raza food bank offered at our center include:
Bebes! and Comadres: Infant Mortality Program
- Includes workshops for women and mothers
- This is part of a collaborative program called Infant Mortality Prevention Network that includes El Centro de la Raza.
After School Mentor/Tutoring Program
José Martí Child Development Center
Seattle Team For Youth Program**
- This is a collaborative youth intervention / educational support program that includes Centro de la raza food bank Centro de la Raza.
Hope For Youth Poetry & Civil Rights History Classes
College Readiness Program
ESL Classes
Food Bank
Basic Healthcare Plan Sponsorship
Latino Hot Meal Program
Homeless & Housing Case Management
Job Referral & Training
Latino Homeownership Program
Financial Literacy Program and Workshops
Senior Congregate Meal & Wellness Program
Senior Home Delivered Meal Program
Veterans Program
Eviction Prevention Program
The Legends Campaign, a partnership between OL Reign and Starbucks, honors women for their extraordinary contributions to our community in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Prior to the July 31 match against Racing Louisville FC, OL Reign recognized Founder and Executive Director of El Centro de la Raza, Estela Ortega, for her lifelong commitment to community building and social justice.
Ortega’s unwavering commitment to building community and advocating for those most marginalized has earned her and El Centro many awards and recognition from organizations such as the National Education Association and the Seattle Seahawks. In 2018, she was named one of the 50 Most Influential Women in Seattle by Seattle Met Magazine and in 2020 she was named one of the Seattle Times 13 Most Influential People of the Decade.
Ortega has always been mission driven. Her story of hard work and commitment starts at a young age and spans over decades. “It’s a challenge to shorten the story,” she joked.
“I worked in the fields of Texas picking cotton at eight years old, with my brothers to help contribute to the household. That has always stayed with me. I’m so committed to my mission because I myself come from being dirt poor, growing up in a little town outside of Houston. In many ways, I have not forgotten where I came from and that has made me put everything, my time and effort, into building El Centro de la Raza.”
At the age of 22, Ortega was living in Houston, very active in the community. She worked around a lot of social justice matters like voter registration, getting people elected to office, farmworker issues, poverty related affairs, particularly related to kids in the poorer neighborhoods of Houston and she also protested the Vietnam War. Soon, she established a connection that would bring her to Seattle.
“Somebody invited me to a national conference that was going to be held in El Paso, Texas. It was Chicano and Mexican people coming together from all over the country to talk about a national agenda and possibility of forming an alternative political party. That’s where I met people from Seattle, and we stayed in touch. They told me about a building that being occupied for the Latino community and invited me to visit. I thought why not? I’d never been anywhere.”
That was just the beginning for Ortega. She went to Seattle and joined the group in an abandoned school building on Beacon Hill.
“Roberto Maestas, who we today refer to as our leader organizer was running an English language program and his funds got cut because there was no longer a commitment to the war on poverty and instead the dollars were going to support the Vietnam war. At that time there was a lot of action happening. Dr. King had been assassinated four years earlier, the Vietnam War was raging, college campuses were in an uproar in terms of young people protesting war, farm workers from the Yakima Valley were being displaced because of the mechanization of the agricultural industry. The people decided to stay together and occupy the building,” Ortega explained.
She arrived to the building three weeks into the occupation. The next three months would be a long and difficult struggle, but with the support of communities of color, the faith community and the anti-war community at the time. The group’s determination paid off.
“The city council and the school district turned over the building to the Mexican/Chicano/Latino community to begin to develop programs for the community. It was a white elephant because it needed a whole lot of work and then in 1997, we officially purchased the building for 1.3 million dollars.”
Next year, El Centro de la Raza will be 50 years old. El Centro de la Raza seeks to serve and empower all to learn from each other and unite energies in the noble struggle for basic social change. Over the last 50 years, El Centro has been involved in almost every social justice point of issue within Seattle and the surrounding area, whether the issues related to war, resources coming into the city, police accountability, etc.
“I’ve basically dedicated my entire life to helping build this organization to be able to provide services so that people can have a better life with dignity and respect because I know what it’s like to be dirt poor,” said Ortega.
“The work that we have done in the last 50 years has not been easy. It is hard work, day in and day out. I literally work seven days a week, ten to twelve hours a day for years on end because that’s what it takes when you are a community,” Ortega shared. “I’ve done every conceivable job that there is to do when you are building an organization, from secretarial and administrative work, to directing departments, to being the janitor and just all sorts of things. The thing that I always tell people is when you are building something, especially for the community, no task is beneath you. You do whatever it takes. Even if you are cleaning the toilets and mopping the floors.”
Ortega is huge on community and believes that people need inspiration from others, that you don’t make it through life alone. Rather than just giving people generic advice, she believes that you should encourage young people to seek help on their journeys to where they want to go.
“It’s about mentoring. You can tell them that they just need to work hard, but you need help along the way. Working as hard as you can towards your goal and not losing sight of it is important. Maybe there will be some bumps, but you can get back up and work at it again. I don’t feel that people can do it alone. They need inspiration,” shared Ortega.
At El Centro de la Raza, the staff come together weekly to get to know each other better. “We learn about each other’s cultures and discuss topics like why poverty exists and racism and how do we solve that. As a woman working at El Centro early on, I was continually encouraged and that mentoring in the work that I was doing on a daily basis,” said Ortega.
She continued to explain, “People want to be a part of something and when you create opportunities for them to be a part of, people are moved by that and begin making a difference in the lives of the people that they are volunteering to help or that the positions they are taking are right and just.”
“People want opportunities to volunteer to stand up and understand issues and lead, just like the Reign players are doing. The positions that the players have been taking on many different issues. I know that they are standing up for equality and justice for all people, so I’m honored to be receiving the award and the fact these young women citi premier card credit limit not only providing an example to young women in terms of developing their confidence, but standing up for what is just,” said Ortega.
Ortega encouraged anyone that is interested in getting involved with El Centro to reach out. “At El Centro, our volunteers are the lifeblood of El Centro de la Raza and part of our familia. Your time, energy, passion and skills help us build the Beloved Community, as Dr. King described. We have volunteer opportunities available for individuals, groups, and English or Spanish speakers who would like to become part of the community. Volunteers support our food bank, various programs, auction gala, bilingual legal clinics, tax preparation, our after-school programs and so much more. To volunteer as a community member, student, or corporate group please visit our website at elcentrodelaraza.org, emailing [email protected] or calling (206) 957-4602.”
“As an individual, I do not separate myself from what I am as El Centro de la Raza, being there for almost 50 years and doing solano county animal shelter conceivable job. As an ordinary individual, because that’s what I am, it is truly an honor to be named an OL Reign Legend because of the Reign’s profile and how they view social justice and how they see institutional racism and they want to take a stand on those issues. It’s so important. They have a lot of supporters who look up to them and they are providing leadership on those positions that they take,” Ortega shared.
“All I can say is that I’m extremely honored because they are recognizing an organization, a community, that has been at work for almost 50 years, day in and day out. It’s a beautiful recognition. I am very grateful.”
El Centro De La Raza
As an organization grounded in the Latino community, our mission is to build unity across all racial and economic sectors, to organize, empower, and defend our most vulnerable and marginalized populations and to bring justice, dignity, equality, and freedom to all the peoples of the world.
Our vision is a world free of oppression based on poverty, racism, sexism, sexual orientation, and discrimination of any kind, that limits equal access to the resources that ensure a healthy and productive life for all peoples and future generations, in peace, love, and harmony.
Bilingual, culturally appropriate, wraparound services that are designed to enable our participants to succeed in their efforts to become self-reliant.
Human and Emergency Services:
Food Bank
"La Cocina Popular" Latino Hot Meal
Congregate & Home Delivered Meals
Senior Nutrition and Wellness
Bebes! Infant Mortality Prevention Program
Comadres Womens Group
Homeless Assistance
Eviction Prevention
Emergency Shelter Vouchers
Rental Subsidies
Transitional Homes
Provide Tenant/landlord laws information
El Patio low-income Apartments
Advocacy & enrollment for Food Stamps.
Education & Skill Building:
Homeownership Education & Counseling
Financial Literacy Workshops
Home Loan Modification Case Management
ESL Classes
Free Legal Clinics (in partnership with SGB Law and Citibank credit card payment online epay
Free Tax Preparation (in partnership with UWKC)
Child and Youth Programs:
Jose Marti Child Development Center
Luis Alfonso Velasquez After School Program
Hope for Youth Civil Rights History, Hip Hop & Poetry Classes
Seattle Youth Violence Prevention
College Readiness Program
Parent Involvement in Education
Community Building and Development:
Low-Income and Transitional Housing
Immigration and Civil Rights Advocacy
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Volunteer and Community Service Programs
Social Justice and Cultural Events
Community Meeting Space
Commercial and Tenant Space
Spanish Classes
Tamale Classes
Christmas Tree Sales
Location
2524 16th Ave S, Seattle, Washington, 98144, USA
Food Assistance
-Community Resource Information Line: 2-1-1
-Family Food Hotline: 1-888-4FOODWA (1-888-436-6392)
-Washington Connection: See if you qualify for additional benefits like cash, food, medical, shelter, education/training, or other at https://www.washingtonconnection.org/home/
- https://www.parenthelp123.org/families/food-assistance-family
- Contact DSHS for information on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP); Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) for mothers of young children; or State Food Assistance Program (FAP) for legal immigrants who are not citizens.
Lutheran Community Services Northwest
P: (206)901-1685
4040 S 188th St, Suite 300, SeaTac
Locations throughout King County and Pierce County
Clinical mental health and behavioral health counseling services; drug and alcohol treatment and prevention; crime and sexual assault support; parenting education; referrals for basic needs such as food, clothing, healthcare, housing, and employment; intensive family stabilization programs.
Website: https://lcsnw.org/our-impact/crime-victim-services/
KING COUNTY LOCATIONS:
ACRS Food Bank
P: (206)695-7510
919 S. King St., Seattle
Wed and Fri 11:30am-1pm
The only food bank in Washington State that regularly distributes foods that cater to Asian American and Pacific Islander diets. Also offers: Aging services for older adults, behavioral health and wellness, recovery services, employment and training services, child and youth development, citizenship and immigration assistance, and democracy in action program.
Website: https://acrs.org/services/aging-services-for-older-adults/acrs-food-bank/
Auburn Food Bank
P: (253)833-8925
930 18th Pl. NE, Auburn
Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri 9am-1pm; 2nd Wed Only 4:30-6:15pm
Must live within Auburn School District boundaries. Delivery offered every 2nd Sat only by application. Additional resources: Clothing, furniture, counseling, transitional housing, medical and dental resources, emergency financial help for rent or mortgage payments, utilities, prescriptions, gas vouchers if living in car, and other services. Also operates Sundown Overnight Shelter and Ray of Hope Day Resource Center providing resource and service connections for basic needs, medical, behavioral health, housing, laundry services, showers, food, assistance in obtaining identification, work assistance, volunteer resources, extra holiday programs, and weekend backpacks for children. May need current proof of residency, ID, and verification of household.
Website: https://www.theauburnfoodbank.org/
Ballard Food Bank
P: (206)789-7800
5130 Leary Ave. NW, North Seattle
Mon., Thurs., 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.; Tue., Wed., 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Residents of zip codes 98103, 98107, 98109, 98117, 98177 (Seattle only), 98119, 98199, and 98133 can access food bank once a week. Vegetarian entree option available, as well as gluten-free items, and alternative milks for those who have dietary restrictions. A community Resource Hub offers services, including rent and utility assistance, healthcare, mailing address, ID vouchers, and more.
Bus Routes: 15, 17, 18, 29, 40, 44, and RapidRide D
Website: https://www.ballardfoodbank.org/
Beacon Avenue Food Bank
P: (206)722-5105
Bethany United Church of Christ 6230 Beacon Ave S, South Seattle (at Beacon and Graham)
Wed & Fri 12-2pm
Clients may come once a week, must provide ID. Baby cupboard open third week of the month for diapers and formula. Medical coupons and/or birth certificates are required to receive diapers. Also provides Bethany Community Gardens – no fee, but plot owners should contribute 10 hours of volunteer time throughout the season.
Website: https://bethanyseattle.org/ministry.html
Bethany Community Church
P: (206)524-9000
9023 Green Lake Dr N, Green Lake
Food Bank is open fifth third bank student checking account mon 6-7pm, meals are the second and last mon of every month 6-7pm.
Website: https://www.churchbcc.org/greenlake/serve/local-outreach
Black Diamond Community Center Food Bank
P: (360)886-1011
31605 Third Ave. (SR169), Black Diamond
Mon and Wed 10am-3pm; PSE assistance Mon, Thur by appointment (up to $300 must have 'urgent' or 'final' notice); application for school supplies available. Backpack program and holiday toy program for families in Enumclaw School District. Tue and Thur senior lunch at 12pm $4.50, foot care $35, and computer lab access free.
Website: http://www.blackdiamondcommcenter.org/emergency-services.html
Blessed Sacrament Church
P: (206)767-6449 (SVDP Helpline Mon-Fri 8am-3pm)
5050 Eighth Ave. NE, North Seattle
Sun. meal: noon – 2 p.m.; Food pantry: Fri., 10:30 a.m. – noon.
Website: https://www.blessed-sacrament.org/outreach
Byrd Barr Place
P: (206)812-4940
Food bank being renovated; will be temporarily relocated to 420 E. Pike St., Seattle and will be open Tue 11am–4pm, Wed 12pm–4pm, and Thur 10am–2pm.
Also offers energy assistance, housing assistance, and personal finance education.
Website: byrdbarrplace.org
Calvary Lutheran Church
P: (253)839-0344
2415 S. 320th St., Federal Way
Free sack lunches provided Mon-Thur 11am-1pm. No forms required.
Website: https://www.calvaryfw.org/sack-lunch-ministry.html
Chief Seattle Club
P: (206)292-6214
410 2nd Ave. Extension S., Central Seattle
Serving native adults: Two hot meals a day, primary healthcare and wellness services, housing case management, homelessness and transitional support, art program, mail, computer, internet, phone access, traditional and cultural practices, personal hygiene needs, and vocational rehabilitation (NativeWorks). Must complete a member application form and bring ID.
Website: https://chiefseattleclub.org/what-we-offer-1
Christian Faith Center Community Dinner
33645 20th Ave. S., Federal Way
Mondays 5:30-6:30pm
Church by the Side of the Road
P: (206) 243-5024
3455 S. 148th St.,Tukwila
Free community lunch every Tuesday at noon.
Website: cbsr.org
Church of the Good Shepherd Community Meal and Federal Way Community Caregiving Network
P: (253)661-0505
345 S. 312 th, Federal Way
Meal: Saturdays 1:30-2:30pm
Community Services: Tue and Fri 10-11am – interviews on a first-come, first-served basis.
Emergency services program provides partial emergency rent assistance, limited gasoline vouchers, bus tickets, and emergency food bags. Also offers information and referrals to other community resources. Must be a resident of the Federal Way School District and NE Tacoma. Client/household may only be assisted once in a 24-hour period and the number of new households who can be helped at each session may be limited. Snacks provided. SOS (Supper Outreach Services) Program provided in conjuction with weekly meals, distributes items such as coats, hats, gloves, blankets, tarps, and personal hygiene supplies to the homeless and needy.
Website: http://www.fwccn.org/
Community Dinners
P: (206)364-5200
Meals offered at various locations throughout King County every night of the week.
Website: https://www.communitydinners.com/gatherings/
Community Lunch on Capitol Hill
P: (206) 972-2524
Noon-1pm Mon-Fri at All Pilgrims Christian Church on the Corner of Broadway and Republican. Medical and Dental Vans available at Central Lutheran Church, 1710 11th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
Website: communitylunch.org
Des Moines Area Food Bank
P: (206) 878-2660
22225 Ninth Ave. S., United Methodist Church, Des Moines
Mon, Wed, Fri 9-11:45am; 3rd Tue 6-8pm; Priority for Seniors: Mon, Wed, Fri 830-9am
Website: myfoodbank.org/
El Centro de la Raza
P: (206) 957-4634 or (206)957-4606
Locations in Federal Way and Seattle: Beacon Hill and International District
Food bank serves everyone - available once per week per individual, and commodities bank once per week per individual. Please bring a photo ID. Also offers utility assistance, community connectors, system navigators, pathfinders for veterans of color, senior nutrition and wellness program, eviction prevention, labor standards outreach, child and youth programs, bilingual education, legal assistance, tax preparation, DACA, DSHS support/unemployment services, and more.
Wed – Seniors and mobility-limited individuals only; Thur and Fri 10am-12pm and 2-4pm
Website: elcentrodelaraza.org
Enumclaw Food Bank
P: (360)825-6188
1350 Cole St., Enumclaw
Mon-Wed 9-11:45am
Food bank for Enumclaw School District boundary residents.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/EnumclawFoodBank/
FamilyWorks
P: (206) 694-6727
Offers a food bank. Wallingford location serves ZIP codes 98103, 98107, 98115, 98117, 98177, and 98133. Also offers a Family Resource Center and Community Closet. Greenwood location serves 98103, 98115, 98107, 98133, 98117 and 98177.
Wallingford 1501 N. 45th St.; Tue noon–2pm; Thurs 3–6pm; Fri 11am– 1pm;
Greenwood 9501 Greenwood Ave N.; Tues 3:30-6pm; Wed 12pm–2pm (general public); 11 am–2pm (seniors)
Website: familyworksseattle.org/
Filipino Community of Seattle
P: (206)722-9372
5740 Martin Luther King Jr Way S, South Seattle
Senior Lunch at 11:30AM to 1PM Mon, Tue, Thur and Food Bank open Mon, Tue, Thur.
Also offering: Zumba Fitness Program, Bingo, Safety Awareness Program, Health and food presentations, Blood Pressure screenings, Health education classes, Public Assistance, Housing, Energy conservation, Recycling, Information and Referrals, Card Games after Lunch, Barber shop during lunch day, Computer training for seniors, Naturalization program referral, Filipino Community Village, senior virtual village, social, arts, and cultural programs, and youth development programs.
Website: https://filcommsea.org/index.php/programs/senior-lunch-program/
First United Methodist Church of Seattle
P: (206) 622-7278
180 Denny Way, Central Seattle
Shared Breakfast: Every Sun 7–9:30am
Website: firstchurchseattle.org/shared-breakfast/
Frelard Tamales
P: (206)523-6654
6412 Latona Ave NE, Green Lake
Mon-Fri 11am-8pm, Sat & Sun 10am-5pm
Offering free meals to people in need, as well as food to go.
Website: https://www.frelardtamales.com/
Help Northwest Auburn Food and Clothing Bank
P: (206)227-5977
404 22nd St. SE #D, Auburn
Mon-Fri 1-5pm
Website: http://www.helpnorthwest.com/1494/index.html
Highline Area Food Bank
P: (206) 433-9900
Manhattan Community Hall: 18300 Fourth Ave. S., Burien
Tue. 12–2:30pm, Thurs 10am–12:30pm; Second Tue of the month evening hours: 5:30-7pm
Provides enough food for family size. Photo ID and current bill providing proof of address required for each adult. Medical coupons or school records required for all children 6-18 years old. Registration form needed upon first visit. Must live within the following boundaries: North of 192nd St., South of 116th St., East of Hwy 509-140th St., West to Puget Sound, and East to Pacific Hwy S/Military Rd.
Website: highlineareafoodbank.org/need-help/
Holy Innocents Church
P: (425)788-1400
26526 NE Cherry Rd, Duvall
3-6:30pm Tue, 10am-12pm Wed
Pantry provides groceries and essential items, no prerequisites. Appointment needed.
Website: https://www.holyinn.org/85
Hopelink
P: (425)869-6000
Locations in Carnation, Shoreline, Redmond, Kirkland, Bellevue, and a mobile market.
Carnation: 3-7pm; Shoreline, Redmond, Kirkland, and Bellevue Tue 12-4pm, Wed 3-7pm, and Thur 10am-2pm
Enough food is distributed for 21 meals per person. Adult education services, case management, employment, financial assistance/coaching, family development programs, housing services, energy services, and mobility management provided online or by phone. Centro de la raza food bank DART services and non-emergency medical transportation services for Medicaid recipients in Snohomish and King Counties.
Website: hopelink.org/location/
Hunger Intervention
P: (206)538-6567
3841 NE 123rd St., Lake City
Healthy HIP Packs for children, summer meals and after school meals, senior community meals, and shelter meals. Also offering classes and workshops, and a gardening program.
Website: https://hungerintervention.org/
Immanuel Community Services
P: (206) 622-1930
1215 Thomas St., Central Seattle
Food Pantry for anyone who is hungry and needs food: Every Mon 10am– 1pm; no requirements or restrictions.
Community lunch: Last Sun of the month, noon-2pm.
Also offering a recovery program shelter and a hygiene center.
Website: icsseattle.org/our-programs/
Issaquah Food Bank
P: (425)392-4123
179 1st Ave. SE, Issaquah
All customers will receive enough diapers and food for two weeks as distribution hours will occur every other week Mon-Thur 1-7pm by last name:
Mon 1-3pm A, 3-5pm B, 5-7pm C; Tue 1-3pm D-E, 3-5pm F-G, 5-7pm H-I; Wed 1-3pm J-L, 3-5pm M, 5-7pm N-P; Thur 1-3pm Q-R, 3-5pm S-V, 5-7pm W-Z.
The Food Bank serves the following zip codes: 98027, 98029, 98075, and 98059.
Additional services provided: Referrals for food stamps, school lunches, edicational opportunities, shelter, and more. Short-term help often as utility or rent assistance via Issaquah Community Services. Case manager appointment set-up for dental van at Eastridge Church every quarter. Other programs: Groceries to go, tools 4 schools, holiday gift barn, and kids lunch programs for summer and school breaks.
Website: https://issaquahfoodbank.org/how-we-serve
Jewish Family Service
P: (206) 461-3240
Polack Food Bank: 1601 16th Ave., Central Seattle - Capitol Hill in Seattle at 16th Avenue and E. Pine St., across from the 7-Eleven. Call for directions to the Eastside Food Bank.
Wed 10am-12pm, Thur 2-4pm, Fri 10am-12pm
Provides groceries, toiletries, masks, and pet food. Open to anyone in need. Also offering community stabilization services and financial assistance.
Website: jfsseattle.org/services/emergency-services/
Kent Community Supper
P: (253)852-2057
336 2nd Ave S., Kent
Every Mon 5-6pm
Website: http://kentlutheran.org/klc/community-supper/
Kent Food Bank and Emergency Services
P: (253)520-3550
Main Alliance Location: 515 W. Harrison St., Suite 107, Kent
Walk-up Wed and Fri 10am-1pm, Thur for 55+ 10-11am
One person per household will be allowed entrance to collect a pre-packaged box. Bring photo ID and either food bank card or mail from Kent service area.
Website: http://kentfoodbank.org/foodbank.php
Kent-Meridian Hub at Kent-Meridian High School
10020 SE 256th St, Kent
Free access for students and families to food, personal products, school supplies, resources, meals, and other essentials.
Website: https://sites.google.com/view/kmhub/home?authuser=0
Lake City Seniors
P: (206)268-6740
12531 28th Ave. NE, Lake City
To-go lunches from Lamb of God Church: 12509 27th Ave NE, Lake City Mon, Wed, Fri 12:30-1:30pm, $4 suggested donations for seniors, $6 all others. No registration required.
Also offering: King County Metro pop-up classes and customer service, hyde shuttle, volunteer transport, East African elders program, foot care, massage therapy, reassurance calls, social work consultation.
Website: https://lakecityseniors.org/
Lifelong
P: (206)957-1600
Locations in Bellevue and Central Seattle.
Housing case mangers/employment coordinators, meal delivery, case management, health insurance and dental programs, sexual health services, PREP, aging and disability services program, and support groups. Also offers 6-week nutrition and cooking courses for free.
Website: https://www.lifelong.org/
Maple Valley Food Bank
P: (425)432-8633
21415 Renton-Maple Valley Rd SE, Maple Valley
In-person market shopping and curbside pickup available Tue 10:30am-6pm, Wed 10:30am-1pm
Assistance with rent evictions, utility disconnects, bus passes, and limited other emergency needs as funds are available for those who qualify. Priority is given to households with children, seniors, and disabled. Puget Sound Energy HELP and Federal Energy Program LIHEAP available by appointment on Centro de la raza food bank only. Call for appointment. Children’s Christmas Gift Program offered in Nov and Dec for eligible clients upon registration. Must be a one bedroom mobile homes for rent food bank client, provide current proof of address and verification of children in household. Within Reach offers help with Washington Basic Food Program, Affordable Care Act, and DSHS services.
Website: https://maplevalleyfoodbank.org/
Margie Williams Helping Hands
P: (425)255-1446
973 Chelan Ave. NE, Renton (Food bank is located in the rear, enter through the church parking lot and go left)
Food distribution every Sat. morning 8-11am to amazon music logo png families and others who are in need.
Website: http://www.mwhh.org/index.html
Meals on Wheels
P: (206) 448-5767 or (888)-308-6325
Mobile market groceries available to anyone living in Seattle city limits; Ensure liquid supplements available for anyone in King County.
Website: https://soundgenerations.org/our-programs/food-security/meals-on-wheels/
Multi-Service Center
P: (253)838-6810
1200 S. 336th St., Federal Way
Also offers a Kent and Burien Location.
Mon, Wed, Fri 9:30am-2pm, Thur for 55+ only 11am-1pm, Fourth Thur of the month open 5-6pm
Drive-thru style food bank (from behind the building) offers pre-boxed supplemental and emergency food to individuals and families who live in the bounds of the Federal Way School District (zip codes 98003, 98023, parts of 98001, 98032, and 98422. Must bring a valid photo ID, and completed application on second visit. May visit once per week. Programs available by appointment: Employment, educationt through Open Doors, housing and rent assistance for Regional Access Point (RAP) through Coordinated Entry for All (CEA), Long-term care ombudsman, tax services Mon-Thu 6-9pm no appointment needed, and Social Security Benefits (206)686-7252 ext. 113.
Website: https://mschelps.org/gethelp/food/
North Helpline
P: (206) 367-3477
12736 33rd Ave. NE, Lake City and 13000 Linden Ave. N., Bitter Lake Locations
Lake City: Wed. 10am-1pm, Thur 4:30-6:30pm, Sat 10am-1pm
Bitter Lake: Sat 10am-2pm
Registration not required. North Helpline is able to provide Home Delivery to neighbors living in 98125, 98133, 98155, 98177, 98115, 98011, and 98028. Sometimes there is a waiting list. Also owns a space in McDermott Place that is leased to provide medical facilities, along with a homelessness prevention program with limited funds available to prevent evictions and utility shut-offs (available for neighbors living in 98125, 98133, 98155, and 98177).
Website: northhelpline.org/get-help/food-bank/
Northwest Harvest
P: (800)722-6924
Located in Seattle’s SODO neighborhood at 1915 4th Ave. S., near the corner of 4th Ave. S. & S. Holgate St.
Mon 1:30-7:30pm, Wed and Fri 8am-2pm
In addition to being a stable source for free groceries, SODO Community Market also offers a variety of services from public agencies including healthcare, housing, legal, and more. No ID, proof centro de la raza food bank income, or residency information is required to shop with us.
Website: northwestharvest.org
Northwest Share
P: (425)270-3466
Free vegetarian/vegan food truck at University Height Community Center in the U-District, 50th and University Way Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun 6-8pm; Also at 9451 Avondale Rd NE, Redmond on Thur 6-8pm. Also operated an organic farm and hopes to start a pioneer village for the homeless.
Website: https://www.nwshare.org/
Orting Valley Senior Center
P: (360)893-5827
120 Washington Ave N, Orting
Hot meals Mon-Thur Call by 8am to reserve; suggested donation $5 for ages 60+ and $6 for all others; no one is denied due to inability to pay; Food pantry also available.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/OrtingValleySeniorCenter/
Paradise of Praise Food Bank
P: (206)432-7210
1316 SW Holden St., South Seattle
Every Tue 10am-12pm
Website: http://www.paradiseofpraise.org/
Phinney Neighborhood Association
P: (206) 783-2244
Locations: Greenwood Senior Center 525 N. 85th St., between Dayton Ave. & Fremont Ave. N. (Bus #5 & #45) and St. John United Lutheran Church (Fellowship Hall entrance in Back) 5515 Phinney Ave. N., across from Woodland Park Zoo (Bus #5)
Greenwood: Mon Dinner 4-6pm; Phinney Ridge: Tue Dinner 4-6pm, Wed Lunch 11am-1pm
Website: https://www.phinneycenter.org/hotmeal/
Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church
P: (206)783-2350
7500 Greenwood Ave N., North Seattle
Tue 1:15-3pm, Wed 6:15-8pm
Food bank is open to all without an zip code restrictions. Just bring an ID, and come to the doors of the food bank at the NW corner of the church (N. 76th and Greenwood Ave. N). Food is stocked for a variety of different needs, including low sodium diets, baby items, ready to eat “no-cook” food, pet food, as well as toiletry supplies as available. Financial assistance also offered.
Website: prlc.org/we-serve/food-bank/
Pike Market Food Bank
P: (206) 626-6462
1531 Western Ave. (Below street level, Level 5 of Pike Place Market Parking Garage), Central Seattle
Tue 9:30am-3pm, Wed 3-7pm, Thu 9:30am-3pm
Free groceries for people of any age. Serves ZIP codes 98101, 98104, 98121 and anyone who is homeless. May come once per week. Bring ID and grocery bag if possible, not required. Call ahead if you have mobility issues and cannot stand in line. No-cook bags and home delivery also offered.
Website: https://www.pmsc-fb.org/food-bank
Puget Sound Labor Agency Food Bank
P: (206)448-9277
Recently moved to Seattle’s SODO Showbox Theater at 1700 S. 1st Ave. Call ahead before first visit. Mon & Fri 8am-12pm; Wed 2-5pm.
Bus Route 21 running every 12 minutes from 5th & Wall.
Also offers a wheelchair ramp program; an annual holiday party with toys for children and a meal; and emergency financial assistance with mortgage/rent, utilities, and phone bills.
Website: https://www.pugetsoundlaboragency.org/psla-is-moving.html
Queen Anne Helpline
P: (206)282-1540
311 W. McGraw St., Central Seattle
Residents of 98109, 98119, and 98199. Food bag delivery – call by noon on Mon or Thur to schedule. Also provides financial, rent assistance, utility payments, thanksgiving food for seniors, move-in assistance, personal first financial bank texas customer service number products, metro bus tickets, targeted referrals, case management, and other basic needs services plus several special assistance programs based on financial status, zip code, and emergency hardship situations. Clients are asked to provide proof of residency, ID, and additional documentation. Non-financial, basic needs assistance is available to anyone in Seattle.
Website: https://www.queenannehelpline.org/services.html
Rainier Valley Food Bank
P: (206) 723-4105
4205 Rainier Ave. S., South Seattle
To-go food bags are available for pick-up Tue through Sat from 9:30am-2pm for those who are unsheltered, without access to traditional food preparation, and/or unstable housing. One bag available per day per person, providing 1-2 meals. Home delivery services serving most of 98118, 98122, 98144, 98178. Call for delivery information and to get on the waitlist. Also offering help with SNAP, housing, clothing, transportation, and healthcare. Limited funds available for short-term help Tue-Sat 9:30am-2pm. Backpack Program: for at-risk students attending South Seattle schools, in need of weekend foods. Food is delivered to your school once per week, intended to last for the weekend. 360 Support program: A social worker will schedule an appointment to speak privately. Can provide help with: traditional/emergency/permanent housing/shelter, job training, rental assistance, utility bills, clothing, healthcare, SNAP benefits, and much more.
Website: rvfb.org
Recovery Cafe
P: (206)374-8731
2022 Boren Ave, South Lake Union
Lunch 12:30-3pm, Dinner 5:15-5:45pm
Bus routes: 70, 8, 309, 63, 64
Housing screenings by Aloha Inn 10am-12pm; 12 step meetings; New member orientation Tue 12pm, Sat 2pm; coffee bar and barista training available; computer and telephone access; Resource specialist offered; medical care; Hep-C and HIV testing; dental care; mental health and substance use treatment; housing connections; other social events
Website: https://recoverycafe.org/cafe-community/
Renewal Food Bank
P: (425)736-8132
15022 NE Bel-Red Road, Bellevue
Mon 12-3pm, Tue 4-6:30pm, and Wed 10am-1pm
Come once a week to shop and pack your own bag color-coded according to the amount of people in your family.
Website: https://renewalfoodbank.org/
Saint Spiridon
P: (206)624-5341
400 Yale Ave. N., South Lake Union
Meals served from 4-5:30pm the last Sat of the month
Website: https://www.saintspiridon.org/feed-the-hungry/
Seattle Humane Society
P: (425)649-7566
13212 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue
Pet Food Banks in various locations throughout Seattle region provide: Leashes/collars, flea/tick prevention, indoor crates, litter boxes/litter, kennels, and pet food. Pet owners may apply online for monthly pet food or one-time emergency assistance for 30 days’ worth of supplies. Other services include: SPOT (Supporting Pet Owners in Transition) Program; Pets For Life (PFL) to help support underserved communities in need of pet resources; Temporary pet foster care; Pet deposit fees and pet rent available if pets are a barrier to getting housing; Low-income veterinary care.
Website: https://www.seattlehumane.org/services/community-outreach/support/
Seattle Indian Center
P: (206)329-8700
1265 South Main Street, Suite 105, International District
Community Meals Program Mon-Fri: Breakfast 8:30-9:30am; Lunch 12-1:15pm
Food Bank Tue and Thur: 1-3pm; First come, first served. Bring Seattle ID.
Offers no-cook bags for those in crisis. Also provides anti-trafficking help for Native people, as well as the Sea’ Sha Inn Men’s Hostel with free rooms for homeless on a case-by-case basis. Seattle Indian Center has a day center which offers: shower and laundry services, a quiet room, computer access, public health screenings and trainings, AA and NA meetings, and mail services.
Website: http://seattleindian.org/services/food-security-programs/
Seattle School District Meals
P: (206)252-0000
Families must re-apply for meal benefits each school year. All summer free sack breakfasts and lunch meals are available to eligible students. Parents and guardians may pick up meals for students. Mon-Fri 11am-1pm (except July 2 and 5). Located at various locations throughout the school district.
Website: https://www.seattleschools.org/resources/student_meals
Seattle’s Outdoor Meal
P: (206) 922-2015
2515 Western Ave., Seattle
Mon-Fri Breakfast 8-9am, Lunch 12:30-1:30pm, Dinner 5-6pm; Sat-Sun Breakfast 10-11am, Lunch 12:30-1:30pm, Dinner 5-6pm
Provides vegetarian options and serves diabetic friendly, pork free, shellfish free, tree nut, peanut, and gluten free meals.
Website: https://www.oslserves.org/open-meal-service
Senior Center of West Seattle
P: (206)932-4044
4217 SW Oregon St, West Seattle
For seniors: Junction Diner Mon-Thur 11:45am-12:30pm; Margie's Cafe Fri 9am-1:30pm; Sack lunches for pick-up 11:45am-12:30pm Call for delivery options; Food bank boxes for pick-up Tue 9am; Meals on Wheels available; Volunteer transportation and Hyde shuttles; Social worker support; Westside friends program; and Legal consultations.
Website: https://sc-ws.org/services/
Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Center
P: (206)365-1536
18560 1st Ave. NE #1, Shoreline
To-go hot meals Mon-Fri 11:45am-12:15pm, call and order before 9am Mon. Suggested donation $4 for seniors over 60 or $10 for others.
Meals on wheels place order Tue, delivered Thur; submit application online or call. Also offers foot care, Bastyr naturopathic medicine, senior assistance program, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), home repair, utility bill discounts for seniors, discount card programs, HYDE shuttle service, volunteer transportation, and Metro Regional bus passes.
Website: https://shorelinelfpseniorcenter.org/services/food-and-dining/
Sno-Valley Food Bank and Emergency Services
P: (425)333-4163
31957 E. Commercial St., Carnation
Wed 3-7pm and Thur 10am-2pm
Distributes pre-packaged boxes of enough food for two weeks for zip codes: 98014, 98019, 98024, 98045, 98065, 98224, and 98288.
Website: https://www.hopelink.org/location/sno-valley-food-bank-and-emergency-services
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
P: (206) 523-7476
111 NE 80th St., North Seattle
Last Sun. each month, 2 pm. Meals serving anyone.
Website: saintandrewsseattle.org/jubilee-supper/
St. Dunstan’s Feeding Program
P: (206)363-4319
722 N. 145th St., Shoreline
Serving takeout meals every Tue between 3:30 and 5:30pm
Website: http://www.sdchp.org/ministries/feeding/
St. James Cathedral Kitchen
P: (206)622-3559 or (206)949-6114
St. James Cathedral Hall, 907 Columbia St., Central Seattle
Nightly meals serving everyone. Line-Up starts at 3pm Mon-Fri; Distribution starts at 4:15 pm. During the meals, other services are provided, including ESL tutoring, mental health counseling, health and wellness checks, and referrals to local social agencies. Solanus Casey Center provides financial assistance for ID cards and paperwork Mon-Thu 1-4pm.
Website: stjames-cathedral.org/outreach/kitchen.aspx
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
P: (206) 784-3119
5710 22nd Ave. NW, North Seattle
Serving meals to-go Mon-Fri 10am-12pm
Website: stlukesseattle.org/serve/meals-ministry/
Street Youth Ministries
P: (206)524-7301 ext. 111
4540 15th Ave. NE (On NE 47th St, between 15th Ave NE & 16th Ave NE), U District
On the N side of University Presbyterian Church
Wed-Fri 10:30am-2:30pm
Serving ages 13-26
Drop-in center offers food/lunch, hygiene items, showers, clothing ,laundry, case management, life skills, outings, opportunities to earn other resources like sleeping bags or blankets, and Greyhound tickets.
Website: http://www.streetyouthministries.org/
St. Vincent De Paul
P: (206)767-9975
5972 4th Ave. S., Seattle
Tue, Thur, Fri 11am-2pm
Distributing boxes and bags of food through a truck docking station right near front door. First-time visitors please bring a form of I.D. and proof of current address if available. Benefit referrals and applications can be provided.
Website: https://svdpseattle.org/get-help/food-bank/
Teen Feed
P: (206)522-4366
4740 B University Way NE, University District
Directly on “the Ave” just South of 50th St. Gate is between Rudy’s Barbershop and Lucky Vintage. Head up the stairs to the 2nd floor, door is to the left.
Meals offered Sun-Fri 7-8pm; Sat 6:30-7:30pm: at University Congregational Church 4515 16th Ave. NE & NE 45th, enter down the cement steps.
Youth Access to Care (YAC) (Healthcare Program) – a part of STOP (Street Talk Outreach Program) and SLY (Service Links for Youth Case Management).
NEXUX at Auburn now hosts its own meals at 915 H St SE, Auburn.
Website: https://teenfeed.org/programs/
The Food Bank @ St. Mary’s
P: (206)338-7215x23
611 20th Ave. S., Seattle
Mon, Wed, Fri 10am-1pm
Bring a bag or box and ID or proof of wells fargo montecito branch. For home delivery, must be located within 2 miles of food bank and fill out an application found online. Bring child birth certificate for baby items such as formula, diapers, and wipes between 9-9:30am; or a toddler bag from 10am-1pm. No-cook bags available. Hygiene products sometimes available. Feeding hungry children program provides breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend meals. Mobile Food Bank to various communities.
Website: https://www.thefbsm.org/
The Giving Room at Epic Life Church
P: (206)552-9586
10510 Stone Ave. N., Northgate
Food Bank Open Every Mon 9:30am-12:45pm
Website: https://epiclifechurch.org/incarnational-ministry
Tukwila Pantry
P: (206) 431-8293
Lower Floor of Riverton Park United Methodist, 3118 S. 140th St., Tukwila
Tue, Thur, Sat 10am-2pm
Service area includes residents of Tukwila, SeaTac, Burien, and Boulevard Park.
Website: https://tukwilapantry.org/
United Way of King County
P: (253)237-2019
Anyone can sign up for weekly food delivery and will receive updates about waiting list status. No documentation required.
Website: https://www.uwkc.org/need-help/food-delivery/
University District Food Bank
P: (206) 523-7060
5017 Roosevelt Way NE, North Seattle
Mon. 9am-2:45pm; Tue and Thur 11am-7:45pm; Fri 11am-3:45pm
Offering fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy, frozen meat, canned and dried goods, toiletries, baby formula, diapers, pet food, and connections to important community resources. Serves residents in ZIP codes 98102, 98103, 98105, 98112, 98115 and 98125 as well as anyone who is homeless. Customers may visit once per week. Documents Required if not homeless: photo ID (every visit) and proof of address (for first visit).
Website: udistrictfoodbank.org/services/
Vashon Maury Community Food Bank
P: (206)463-6332
10030 SW 210th St, Vashon; Located behind Sea Mar Community Health Clinic
Grocery shopping pick-up service: Wed 10am-2pm; 4-7pm. Submit order online or by phone.
Home delivery: Thur 11am-6pm and Fri 11am-2pm
Must fill out a client intake form, but anyone in need is welcome. No ID required. Bags of emergency food on-site. Summer Picnics in the Park centro de la raza food bank children eligible for free/reduced lunch in the school district. Child Hunger Initiative provides weekly snack deliveries to various schools throughout the school year. Harvest for Vashon Food Bank garden.
Website: https://www.vashonfoodbank.org/
White Center Food Bank
P: (206) 762-2848
10829 Eighth Ave. SW, South Seattle
Food Bank by appointment only. Mon 12-3:45pm, Wed and Fri 10am-1:45pm; Seniors 60 and older: Thur 10am-1:45pm; Lnb bank hours visits allowed per month
Mobile Food Bank for Joseph House, Nia Apartments, and Arrowhead Gardens residents only. Baby Pantry supplies infant and child foods and items like infant formula, jars of baby food, infant cereal, and other items for infants and young children: Mon 12-3pm, Wed and Fri 10am-1pm. ID and proof of address as recent as 60 days. One visit per month. Home delivery options available for those who have mobility issues or other disabilities. Must provide a doctor’s note. After-hours bags and no-cook bags available Mon-Fri 8am-4pm for those who need emergency food assistance or who do not have access to cooking facilities or equipment. Also provides White Center Heights Park Community Bigg boss promo 1st august whitecenterfoodbank.org/service-hours/
Woodinville Storehouse Food Bank
P: (425)483-5252
17110 140th Ave. NE, Woodinville
Tue 6:30-7:20pm, Sat 9:30-10:20am
Bring ID for all family members and proof of residency such as utility bill or rental agreement for Woodinville, Bothell, Kirkland, Kenmore, or Redmond. Regular appointment times can be scheduled after your first visit. Located on the ground floor of the Woodinville Community United Methodist Church – North entrance by ramp.
Website: https://www.woodinvillestorehouse.org/
Woodland Park Presbyterian Church
P: (206)782-3776
225 N. 70th St., Phinney Ridge
Meal every Monday at Noon; Call before first visit to confirm
Website: https://wppcseattle.org/mission
YWCA of Seattle
Phillis Wheatley Branch: 2820 E. Cherry St, Central Seattle
Wed 12-3pm
Home food delivery. Residents in YWCA emergency shelter and time-limited housing receive first priority and should have their unit number, voucher from their case manager, and case manager name when they pick up their food.
Website: ywcaworks.org/programs/central-area-food-bank
PIERCE COUNTY LOCATIONS:
All Saints Parish’s Community Services
P: (253)848-2000
204 6th Ave. SW, Puyallup
Deliveries occur Mon-Thur 1:30-3:30pm, or 5-7pm; available to residents living in 98371, 98371, and parts of 98373 and 98374 zip codes. Call to complete an intake form.
Website: https://allsaintsparish.com/outreach/delivery-food-bank
B.A.S.H.
P: (253)531-9600
103 140th St. S #B, Tacoma
Wed and Thur 10am-2pm
You will need a current months utility bill, bank statement, or DSHS paperwork with your name and address on it.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/BASH.foodbank/
Bethel School District BOB Bus
P: (253)800-2250
Available to assist families with access to WIC, DSHS services, and several other resources requiring internet access. Offers food items and school supplies such as backpacks, clothes, and books. Also provides children’s games, activities, arts and crafts. Call to host in your community.
Website: https://www.bethelsd.org/Page/3950
Bonney Lake Food Bank
P: (253)303-5909
24015 State Route 410, Buckley
Food, diapers, wipes, and baby food; personal care items; crisis and supportive services; pet food; food for kids centro de la raza food bank delivery program; no ID or proof of address required.
Website: https://www.bonneylakefoodbank.org/
Bonney Lake Senior Center
P: (253)863-7658
Mon-Fri 12-12:30pm
Take-out meals available and delivery option for seniors in need. Suggested $5 donation cash or check optional, but not required. Van transportation offered. Any requests, call before 8am.
Website: https://www.ci.bonney-lake.wa.us/government/departments/administrative_services/senior_center
Bountiful Baskets
Discounted produce baskets. Pick-up locations in Bonney Lake, Buckley, Puyallup, Spanaway, Steilacoom, and many more.
Website: http://www1.bountifulbaskets.org/?page_id=6&state=WA&producttype=BOTH
Bounty Food Bank
P: (253)475-7098
5634 S Park Ave, Tacoma (Inside Bethany United Methodist Church)
Every Mon 9:30-11:30am
Provides 3 days’ worth of meals, no requirements. Bring strong bags if possible.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/BountyFoodBank/
Bread of Life Ministries
P: (253)582-2515
8810 Lawndale Ave SW, Lakewood
Thur 1-5pm
Must provide name and birthdate
Website: https://lc3.com/ministries/food-bank
Buckley Community Soup Supper
P: (360)829-1921
Second Wed of Each Month @ 5pm
Multi-Purpose Center 811 Main Centro de la raza food bank, Buckley
Various soups, breads, desserts, and drinks provided. Bring a bowl and a spoon.
Website: https://www.cityofbuckley.com/communitysoupsupper
Buckley Kiwanis Food Bank
P: (253)266-7309
127 N River Ave, Buckley Hall
Wed and Fri 9am-12pm
Website: https://www.facebook.com/buckleyfoodbank/
Calvary Baptist Church Food Bank and God’s Closet
P: (253)474-6411
6511 S. C St., Tacoma
Drive-up Only; Wed 2:30-5pm
Website: http://www.calvarytacoma.org/ministries/food-pantry-gods-closet/
Community Big Give
P: (253)987-6778
Thanksgiving dinners will be put together and distributed to families in need in the Sumner-Bonney Lake, Dieringer, & White River School District Communities. Sign up online.
Website: https://communitybiggive.com/
Eatonville Family Agency
P: (360)832-6805
305 W. Center St., Eatonville
Follow the EFA Drive Thru Food Bank sign around the back of the building to the alley doors. Stay in your car.
Mon and Thur 9am-3pm.
Website: http://www.eatonvillefamilyagency.org/
Edwards Temple Church
P: (253)627-6203
1107 S 21st St, Tacoma
Emergency food distribution Every Sat 11am-1pm
Website: https://www.facebook.com/edwardstemplechurch/
Eloise Cooking Pot (Making a Difference Foundation)
P: (253)426-1994
3543 E. McKinley Ave., Tacoma
Tue-Sat 11am-3:30pm
Also offers Blair’s Sanctuary Garden, after school programs, cooking classes, Transitions Backpack Program, Herb Garden, annual turkey giveaway, and more.
Website: https://themadf.org/eloises-cooking-pot/
Families Unlimited Network
P: (253)460-3134
2610 Sunset Dr. W, University Place
Tue and Thur 12:30-2:30pm, Sat 10:30am-12pm
Services are open to anyone who resides in Pierce County. No income restrictions or pre-registration required. Bring ID and proof of residency. A mobile Summer lunch program spirit airlines phone number usa families follows two routes Mon-Fri 10:45am-12:15pm. Kidpack program at University Place schools www mo access com account access kids who qualify for free or reduced school lunches to get pre-bagged weekend meals. Contact school counselor. The Spot is an after school program for kids in 3rd-7th grade in the University Place School District on school days. Community Christmas program for families of children in University Place School District.
Website: https://www.familiesunlimitednetwork.org/
Fife/Milton/Edgewood Food Pantry
P: (253)922-0960
Mon, Tue, Thur 12:30-1:30pm
Website: https://efoodnet.org/2020/fife-milton-edgewood-food-pantry/
Food Backpacks 4 Kids
P: (253)857-7401
9127 152nd Ave CT NW, Lakebay
Providing backpacks full of food for school children, as well as free crock pots for families, in various school locations.
Website: https://www.foodbackpacks4kids.org/events
Food is Free Tacoma
Building community gardens in various neighborhoods.
Website: https://foodisfree253.com/
Gateway Church Care Food Pantry
P: (253)537-6619
7310 12th Ave E, Tacoma (South of 72nd between McKinnly and Portland Ave)
Thurs 3-5pm
No one turned away, food goes fast.
Website: https://mygct.life/care-food-pantry
Gig Harbor Pennisula FISH Food Bank and Community Services
P: (253)858-6179
4425 Burnham Drive, Gig Harbor
Mon and Fri 9:30am-3:30pm, Wed and Thur 9:30am-6pm
Food bank also provides information, referrals, and enrollment assistance for social services such as Medicare, food stamps, housing, and Northwest Furniture Bank; financial aid available for utility bills, rent, prescriptions, and other emergency needs; support for students in Peninsula School District. Eligibility zip codes: 98322, 98329, 98332, 98333, 98335, 98349, 98351, 98359, 98367, 98394, and 98395. Must currently have an emergency situation, have photo ID for each family member, and have proof of residence in Gig Harbor or the Key Peninsula such as a current bill showing your name and address. In addition, applicants to our student aid program must things to do in beaver oklahoma the following qualifications: Have a need based on income level; current enrollment in a GED, vocational or higher ed program; and provide proof of good academic standing such as copies of a current transcript or report card. We provide a week’s worth of food per visit, up to four times during an emergency situation. If further food assistance is needed, an extension may be granted on a case-by-case basis. Documentation will be required. Heartwood Haven animal sanctuary provides food and other pet items on the third Wed of the month (most months) from 3:30-4:30pm.
Website: https://www.ghpfish.org/client.html#food-bank
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
P: (253)473-4848
140 E 56th St, Tacoma
Free hot meal every Tue at 5:30pm
Website: https://goodshepherdluth.com/
Harvest House
P: (253)271-6457
25713 70th Ave. E., Graham – Cedar Springs Community Church
Every Sat from 9:30am-12pm
Also provides power pack lunches for kids from the Bethel School District each week, Christmas dinner boxes for families, and a community garden offering vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers for people in the area with no cost.
Website: at and t hours Family of Jesus Cambodian Church
P: (253)471-9838
1427 E 40th St, Tacoma
Free lunch for seniors. Mon & Thur 11am Vietnamese food; Tue & Fri 11am Cambodian food.
Website: https://holyfamilyofjesus.org/contact-information/
Immanuel Lutheran Church
P: (253)848-4548
720 W. Main St., Puyallup
Community Meal provided every Sunday at 2pm. In partnership with 13 other churches ILC host homeless individuals on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Thursdays of every month from Nov - Dec.
Website: https://ilcpuyallup.org/ministries/homeless-outreach/
Key Peninsula Community Services
P: (253)884-4440
17015 9th St. Ct NW, Lakebay
Tue, Thur, Fri 10-11:45am & 12:45-3pm; Wed 10-11:45am & 12:45-5:30pm
Food bank for anyone. Two food baskets per calendar month and federal commodities. ID required at first visit. Please contact if homeless.
Website: http://www.keypeninsulacommunityservices.org/index.php/food-bank
Key Peninsula School District
P: (253)530-1000
14015 62nd Ave NE, Gig Harbor
Weekend meal kits, summer meal routes, and free/reduced meals for school children and their families.
Website: https://www.psd401.net/departments/nutrition-services
KP Bischoff Food Bank
P: (253)884-1997
12402 134th Ave NW, Gig Harbor
Tue-Fri 2-6pm, Sat 2-5pm
Website: https://www.facebook.com/kpbischoff/
Life Center
P: (253)756-5300
Food Pantry Wed 2-4pm at 1717 S. Union Ave, Tacoma
Food Bank Tue 3:30-5:30pm and Sat 10am-12pm at 17708 28th Ave E, Tacoma
Clothing Bank Sat 10am-3pm at 17708 28th Ave E, Tacoma
Website: https://www.lifecenter.com/cares
Mid-County Community Center
P: (253)531-8412
10205 44th Ave E, Tacoma
Mon-Thur 8:30am-4pm
Mealsite programs and food bank; computer literacy classes for seniors.
Website: http://www.mccctacoma.org/index.html
Northwest Community Center
P: (253)926-2528
Wed at 4pm at Lakewood Boys and Girls Club Hope Center
10402 Kline St SW, Lakewood
Website: https://weloveboldly.com/food-bank/
NOURISH Pierce County
P: (253)383-3164
Many locations throughout Pierce County
Pre-packaged food in accordance with the amount of people in the household.
Website: https://nourishpc.org/
Orting Food Bank
P: (360)893-0095
224 Washington Ave. S., Orting
Mon 3-6pm, Wed 12-3pm, Fri 9am-12pm, and Sat 10am-1pm
Grocery style food bank. No income qualification or verification.
Website: https://ortingfoodbank.org/
Parkway Community Services Food Bank
P: (253)579-5090
11222 10th Ave S, Tacoma
Tue and Thur 11am-3pm
Also offering backpack program weekly, satellite locations, as well as Thanksgiving and Christmas giveaways.
Website: http://www.parkwaycommunityservices.org/
Prince of Peace Lakewood
P: (253)584-2565
10333 Bridgeport Way SW, Lakewood
Every Tue 12-3pm
Bring proof if address and documentation to show how many family members need assistance. Also provides Tyee Park Elementary's Backpack Program offering food, shoes, clothing, blankets, air mattresses, school supplies, and various other items when needed for children.
Website: https://www.poplakewood.org/our-ministries-1#
Puyallup Food Bank
P: (253)848-5240
217 W Stewart Ave, Puyallup
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 12-3:30pm; Last Thursday of the Month 5:30-7pm
Appointment required, no one in need is turned away. May come once a month to receive 3 days supply of food and personal hygiene products. Birthday gifts and cakes require advance notice.
Website: https://pfb.org/
Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation: Full Bellies
P: (360)802-3206
Free hot meal for everyone every Thur 4:30-6:30 at Calvary Presbyterian Church
1725 Porter St., Enumclaw (NE entrance off parking lot enter through basement doors).
The Care Van is a door-to-door service for any health-related, non-emergency transportation needs throughout King and Pierce Counties. Also provides the following services for students: mental health support, mentor program, and an integrated student support program.
Website: https://www.rfwellnessfoundation.org/initiatives/fullbellies/
Senior Farmers Market Voucher Program
P: (253)798-4600
Vouchers to spend at various farmers markets throughout Pierce County for seniors over age 60 who are low-income. Must complete application.
Website: https://www.piercecountywa.gov/653/Senior-Farmers-Market-Program
Small Tribes Organization of Western Washington
P: (800)567-6690 or (253)589-7101
3040 96th St S, Lakewood
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Food distribution program on Indian reservations listed on website – can't be on SNAP benefits; must apply with ID, proof of income, and proof of address. Emergency food assistance program for tribal members with income eligibility. Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
Website: https://stoww.org/
St. Andrew's Catholic Church Emmanuel Food Pantry
P: (253)863-2254
1401 Valley Ave., Sumner
Tue and Fri 10am-12pm, Wed 3-5pm
Spanish language spoken.
Website: https://www.standrewsumner.org/
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Parish
P: (253)564-5185
7112 S. 12th St., Tacoma
Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets
Website: https://www.saintcharlesb.org/holiday-baskets
Steilacoom Food Pantry at Steilacoom Community Church
P: (253)983-2074
1603 Rainier St., Steilacoom
Every Sat 9:30-11:30am
You do not need to be a member of the church to obtain centro de la raza food bank. No pre-registration required. Backpack program also available on weekends for children in the Steilacoom Historical School District.
Website: https://townofsteilacoom.org/289/Food-Pantry
St. Leo’s Food Connection
P: (253)358-5048
1323 S. Yakima Ave, Tacoma
Tue, Thur 11:30am-5:30pm; Wed, Fri 11:30am-3:30pm; Sat 10am-1:30pm; Closed 1st Thursday and 1st Saturday of each centro de la raza food bank welcome. Provides 3 days of food for each household, and also services a mobile food bank in the Springbrook neighborhood. For the mobile food bank, please bring proof of address in 98498 or 98499 zip code and a bag or box to carry food. Children’s programs: Backpack program, after school snacks, break bags, and summer lunches. Also provides: Blood pressure checks, connections to health insurance, job training, nutrition, school supply distribution, and community meals.
Website: https://foodconnection.org/
Sumner Community Food Bank
P: (253)863-3793
15625 Main St. E., Sumner – Across from Aversano’s Restaurant
Mon-Fri 10am-1pm and Thur 5-7pm
No appointment needed, no ID required, and hezkuntza ope address restrictions for food bank. Also has a kids summer backpack program for meals. Sign up online.
Website: https://www.sumnerfoodbank.org/
Sumner School District Summer Meal Capias pro fine warrant for Families
P: (253)891-6450
Free curbside meals Mon-Thur (Thur provides an additional meal bag) from 11:30am-12:30pm through the Summer months at Daffodil Valley Elementary (1509 Valley Ave in Sumner) and Liberty Ridge Elementary (12202 209th Ave Ct E in Bonney Lake). Free breakfast bankofamerica com onlinebanking login lunch for all kids 18 and younger no application required.
Website: https://www.sumnersd.org/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&DomainID=13&ModuleInstanceID=6476&ViewID=6446EE88-D30C-497E-9316-3F8874B3E108&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=29581&PageID=19
Tacoma Adventist Community Services
P: (253)272-8289
3108 E. Portland Ave., Tacoma (Just off I-5)
Mon-Thur 10am-2pm
Offering food bank services to those with special dietary requirements.
Website: https://www.tacoma-acs.org/about
Tillicum Community Center
P: (253)584-1280
14916 Washington Ave SW, Lakewood
Food Bank: Mon, Wed, Fri, 1 to 2 pm food pick up; Clothes Closet Tue and Thur 10am-1pm
Website: http://www.tillicumcommunitycenter.com/services
Trinity Lutheran Church Food Pantry
P: (253)537-0201
12115 Park Ave S, Tacoma
Tue 11am-3pm, Fri 11am-2pm, Sun 12-2pm
Website: https://trinitylutheranparkland.org/feeding-ministries/food-bank
Visitation Church Food Bank
P: (253)474-0835
3314 S 58th St, Tacoma
Food Bank Tue and Thur 10am-12pm; Photo ID required.
Lunch Program Mon-Fri 10am-12pm; Call ahead for gas vouchers; must have proof of residence, photo ID, current driver's license, and matching car registration.
Website: https://www.visitationchurch.org/outreach-ministries
THURSTON COUNTY LOCATIONS:
Heritage House Food Bank
P: (360)264-2740
Heritage Baptist Church of Tenino 1315 Sussex Ave. E, Tenino
On the main street on the right heading west toward the town of Rainier.
Every Sat 2-5pm
Bring ID and proof of address. May be used 15 times per year for regular visits, and additional supplemental visits for produce and bread.
Website: http://hbcoftenino.com/
The P.E.A.C.E Center at Capital Christian Center
P: (360)456-1140
4443 Martin Way E. Olympia
Mon-Wed 9am-1pm
Website: https://go2ccc.org/the-peace-center/
Roof Community Services
P: (360)273-6375
10140 Hwy. 12 SW, Rochester
Mon, Tue, Thur 2-5pm
Must live within the Rochester School District. Upon first visit please bring a bill with lowes credit card through synchrony bank name and address dated within the last 30 days, and photo ID. May be used up to two times a month. A third visit is available during the second week of each month to pick up government commodities only. Also offering after school and summer programs for 1st-5th grade children, community referrals, parenting classes and resources, income tax preparation, energy and rental assistance, well water sample drop-off, back-to-school supplies, and Operation Santa during Christmas time.
Website: http://www.roofcommunityservices.org/foodbank.html
Senior Services for South Sound
P: Olympia (360)586-6181; Lacey (360)407-3967
Olympia, Rochester, Yelm, Lacey, and Tenino Locations for Community Dining.
Website: https://southsoundseniors.org/programs/senior-nutrition/
Tenino Community Services Center (TCSC)/Tenino Food Bank Plus
P: (360)264-5505
Tenino Location: First financial bank texas customer service number 9am-12pm; Bucoda Location: Thu 10am-1pm
Senior delivery offered from both locations. Bac-Pac Program provides food for school children year-round. Tenino resource connection offers: Medical referrals, veteran and student assistance, senior citizen services, disaster preparedness, Christmas House, and THS scholarship fund.
Website: https://teninocsc.org/
Thurston County Food Bank
P: (360)352-8597
Lacey Food Pantry for pre-packaged food boxes: Tue, Thu 10am-1pm
Olympia Food Pantry for pre-packaged food boxes: Mon, Wed, Fri 11am-3pm
Various satellite locations: Lacey, Olympia, Rainier, West Side, and Mobile Food Banks to low-income housing locations. Provides TEFAP (The Emergency Food Assistance Program) for low-income individuals, and CSFP (The Commodities Supplemental Food Program) for seniors 60+. Can visit once a week, and an additional visit for supplemental food. Food, baby food, cleaning and personal care items, and nutritionals available. Also provides home delivery for seniors 60+ and those with a legal disability, kids’ weekend food bags, newborn baby bags, summer lunches for kids, SNAP benefits assistance, holiday meal baskets, school gardens, and birthday bags.
Website: https://thurstoncountyfoodbank.org/satellite-locations/
YWAM Faith Harvest Helpers
P: (360)339-4726
True Grace Church 5615 30th Ave. SE, Lacey at the outer building in the parking lot
Food Bank open 10am-1pm Sun and Wed
Website: https://ywamfhhwa.org/
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Government Resources
Washington State Coronavirus Response: https://coronavirus.wa.gov/
City of Seattle: http://www.seattle.gov/mayor/covid-19
Resource Round-ups
South Seattle Emerald: COVID-19 Living Guide
Resources for Getting Support
How to Help Your Community with Mutual Aid
Student Loan Refinancing, Melanie Hanson
Guide of loan options compiled by Bankrate: Read information here
COVID-19 Relief Fund for Undocumented Individuals in WA State: apply here
United Way King County: Get Help with April Rent (applications open Mon 4/13 from 9 am - 5pm)
Duwamish River Clean-up: COVID-19 Resources in multiple languages (Spanish, Vietnamese, Khmer, Somali, English)
Right Now Needs Fund: available to support SPS students and their families with basic needs, and it's fast, low barrier and really flexible. Any family can access the fund by reaching out to their school principal, and all those folks are still working even if they aren't on site.
COVID-19 Mutual Aid: Seattle Community Relief During Coronavirus
COVID-19 Mutual Aid: If you would like food or other supplies dropped off at your front door, please use this form to request support.
Social Justice Fund: COVID-19 Crisis Fund Grants (for existing SJF grantees)
Seattle Artist Relief Fund: If you are an artist in need of funds, apply here. This fund is for individual artists only who live in the greater Seattle area, not organizations or nonprofits.
WA Resources for COVID-19 Victims: living document of government resources
Seattle Times: Food, child care, education, mental health support and more: Resources to support the community during the coronavirus outbreak
City of Seattle Community Resources
Washington State Department of Financial Institutions: Financial Resources for WA Residents Impacted by COVID-19
United Way King County: COVID-19 Resources
Employment Security Department: Unemployment Benefits Related to COVID-19
Compilation of Mutual Aid resources throughout the country
Immune compromised people can make requests for support here
Prison Scholars Fund: Request a food box if you are formerly incarcerated
Seattle Met: A List of Resources to Help Seattle’s Small Businesses Amid the COVID-19 Crisis
Family Meal Support: includes map of Seattle Food Resources
Edmonds School District Family Support - Grab and Go Meals
Seattle Area Restaurants Offering Free Food
WA State Community Action Partnership: compiled list of resources for individuals, businesses, and nonprofits
COVID-19 Help Washington: where to get help
King County: COVID-19 Community Response Fund
United Way King County: Free Virtual Tax Filing
Bethaday Community Learning Space Community Resources
Anne Martens: COVID-19 Resource Round-up
Social Justice Fund NW: COVID-19 Resources
Seattle Times: Information about eviction moratoriums by jurisdiction (scroll to bottom)
Restaurant workers: apply for financial support at The Plate Fund
Fighting Racism and Xenophobia
COVID-19 Mutual Aid: Coronavirus Bias Incident Report Form
Asian Pacific Policy & Planning Council: Stop AAPI Hate: Incident Report Form
OCA Advocate Hate Incident Reporting Website
Wash the Hate
Asian Leaders Alliance
Equity Matters: COVID-19: Journalists of Color Racial Equity Focused Articles
Compass Point: Pushing Back Against Habits of White Supremacy During a Crisis
Opportunities to Volunteer and Donate
Donate to Chinatown International District Small Business Relief Fund
Volunteer to help with grocery and supply delivery in Chinatown International District
Donate to Hilltop Urban Gardens to support Black and Indigenous organizing for a COVID-19 response
Ingersoll Gender Center: Donate to Trans & Gender Diverse Emergency Community Aid Fund
Donate to Front & Centered's Frontline Relief Fund
Donate to COVID-19 Relief Fund for Undocumented Folks in WA
Donate to Native Community Crisis Response Fund
Donate to WA Food Fund to support food banks
Donate to El Centro de la Raza's Emergency Response Fund
Donate to We Got This Seattle to support meals for frontline workers
FEEST: volunteer union savings bank com deliver groceries
Seattle Chamber: Ways to help your community
United Way King County Volunteer and In-kind Requests
COVID-19 Mutual Aid: sign up to help with grocery and supply delivery
COVID-19 Survival Fund for the People: donate to support grocery, supplies purchases and cash assistance
Seattle Artist Relief Fund
Seattle Foundation COVID-19 Response Fund
Social Justice Fund COVID-19 Response Grants Fund and things you can do to support others
Willing to help immune-compromised people in need
Find local, small businesses to support through Intentionalist
Points of Light: Preventing a Double Recession for Nonprofits: 5 Things You Can Do to Meet Urgent Needs
COVID-19 Help Washington: where to give help
Nonproft AF: Funders, this is the rainy day you have been saving up for
WA Nonprofits: An Open Letter to Funders
Sandra Kim: 4 Ways You Can Take Caring Action Around Coronavirus
Donate to Pike Place Market Community Safety Net
Looking for HELP-minded roommates to both share our large home and aid us in organizing our neighborhood during this critical moment
Points of Light: Remote Volunteering Opportunities (nationwide, not Washington State specific)
Snohomish County Mutual Aid Donations
Anne Martens: COVID-19 Resource Round-up
Philanthropy NW: List prefab shipping container homes for sale in north carolina community funds to donate to
City of Seattle: Personal Protective Equipment Donations
Donate to WA State Labor Council's Foundation for Working Families, a nonprofit formed by the WSLC and its affiliated unions to assist union families in times of hardship or disaster.
Points of Light: Safety Tips for Volunteering
Resource Generation: Protect our Communities, Not My Wealth: Solidarity During Pandemic
Seattle Restaurant Support
Donate to Skagit Valley COVID-19 Mutual Aid
Donate to The Plate Fund to support direct aid to restaurant workers
Resources for Nonprofits Including Where to Request Volunteers
Benevity Remote Volunteers: If you have virtual and remote opportunities for volunteers, we encourage you to log into the Benevity Causes Portal and publish them right away. Make sure to add "#remote" to the volunteer opportunity title and description so it can be easily found by our corporate clients.
United Way King County
Seattle Works
Washington Nonprofits: Coronavirus Response Resources
Points of Light: Nonprofit Considerations for Starting a Virtual Volunteer Program
Points of Light: Tips for Telecommuting
NTEN Office Hours for Working Remotely Support
Communities Rise: COVID-19 Resources for Nonprofits and Small Businesses
Arts Fund: COVID-19 Arts Sector Impacts and Resources for Arts Sector
Donor Box: COVID-19 Resource Center for Non-profits
Advocacy Resources
UFCW: Petition to demand action to protect grocery store workers
Got Green: Emergency Justice in response to COVID-19
Washington Climate Alliance: COVID-19 Solidarity Resource Toolkit (many advocacy resources and actions, as well as general resources)
WA Nonprofits: Joint letter one united bank debit card WA State Officials to include nonprofits in COVID-19 Relief and Recovery
Letter to Congress: Call to include a moratorium on all utility shut-offs
Letter to Governor Inslee: Request to address gaps in Proclamation 20-19 and Suspension of Rent, Lease, Mortgage during COVID-19 Pandemic
Washington Climate Alliance: COVID-19 Solidarity Webinar
WA Nonprofits: contact federal legislators to include nonprofits in relief packages
WA Nonprofits: COVID-19 advocacy update
One America: contact federal legislators to include everyone in COVID-19 relief, regardless of immigration status
Got Green: Education and Action Series
Education Resources
Anti-Oppressive, Anti-Racist Homeschool Resources
Think Indigenous - Online Indigenous Ed K-8
Seattle Public Schools Resources
Supporting Individuals with Autism during Uncertain Times
Bethaday Community Learning Space Community Resources
Anne Martens: COVID-19 Resource Round-up
OSPI: Resources for Continuous Learning
Yes! Magazine: Yes! for Teachers
Tips for Speech Therapy at Home
King County
Public Health Seattle and King County:www.kingcounty.gov/covid
Additional Resources
Ballard Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 789-7800
Beacon Avenue Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 722-5105
Des Moines Food Bank
Des Moines, WA 98198
(206) 878-2660
Downtown Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 626-6462
Enumclaw Food Bank
Enumclaw, WA 98022
(360) 825-6188
Auburn Food Bank the
Auburn, WA 98002
253-833-8925
Open Mon-Tue,Thu-Fri 9am-1:15pm. The Auburn Food Bank is a volunteer directed organization that provides food, referrals, and emergency assistance to those in need.
Ballard Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 789-7800
Beacon Avenue Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 722-5105
Des Moines Food Bank
Des Moines, WA 98198
(206) 878-2660
Downtown Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 626-6462
Enumclaw Food Bank
Enumclaw, WA 98022
(360) 825-6188
Food Resources
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 694-6756
Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 392-4123
This is our mission: Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank provides food and clothing and related services to individuals and families who find themselves in need of basic necessities. We strive to help people remain self-sufficient in their key bank yakima wa hours and to maintain a sense of individual worth and
Kent Food Bank At Springwood
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 520-3550
We provide assistance to families and individuals living within the boundaries of the Kent School District with food and clothing.Kent Food BankMain Alliance LocationTuesday, Wednesday, and Friday10 am to 1 pmSecond Wednesday of each Month,
North Helpline
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 365-8043
Rotary First Harvest
Seattle, WA 98134
(206) 236-0408
Samaritan Project
Enumclaw, WA 98022
(360) 802-2220
St Vincent de Paul
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 767-9975
West Seattle Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 932-9023
White Center Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 762-2848
The Des Moines Area Food Bank
Des Moines, WA 98198
(206)878-2660
To Alleviate Hunger In Our Community By Providing Food Assistance To Any Person In Need.
Rotary First Harvest
Seattle, WA 98124
(206)236-0408
Rainier Valley Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98118
206-723-4105
Help People In Need By Providing Food.
Northwest Harvest E M M
Seattle, WA 98102
(206)625-0755
The mission of Northwest Harvest is to provide nutritious food to hungry people statewide in a manner that respects their dignity, while fighting to eliminate hunger. Our vision is ample nutritious food is available to everyone in Washington State.
North Seattle Neighbors In Need Food Bank Association
Seattle, WA 98125
Multi-Service Center
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 838-6810
Msc Helps People Achieve Greater Self-Sufficiency And Exercise Self-Determination. We Successfully Work With Families To Break The Cycle Of Poverty And With Families Facing Crisis-Related Poverty.
Maple Valley Food Bank And Emergency Services
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425)432-8633
Assistance To Needy People
Kent Food Bank And Emergency Services
Kent, WA 98032
253-520-3550
Provides The Kent Community With A Food And Clothing Bank And Emergency And Assistance.
JFS - Polack Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 461-3240
International Food Bank-Eve
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Bellevue, WA 98005
The Seattle Humane Society Brings People And Pets Together For Lifelong Relationships.
Highline Area Food Bank
Burien, WA 98166
206-433-9900
Emergency Food Distribution Program. The Highline Area Food Bank is a Non-Profit 501C3 organization. It gathers and distributes food to those in need in Burien, Washington, and the greater Highline area. Community Resource Information Line: Dial 211.
Food Resource Network
Seattle, WA 98109
(206)223-1774
Our Mission Is To Help People Improve Their Nutritional Health And Quality Of Life. Family Works
Seattle, WA 98103
(206)694-6727
El Centro De La Raza Food Distribution
Seattle, WA 98144
(206) 957-4605
Food Distribution Hours:Wednesdays are for Seniors and mobility limited individuals 3:30-6:30Thursdays 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pmFridays 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm
Central Area Citizens Committee Of Seattle Inc
Seattle, WA 98122
(206)812x4948
Catholic Community Services Of Western Washington
Seattle, WA 98144
Catholic Community Services And The Archdiocesan Housing Authority Has An 89-Year History Serving The The Poor And Vulnerable. Because Of Our Beliefs, We Help All People In Need Regardless Of Creed. We Build On The Strengths Of Those Who Seek Assistance. We Are A Multi-Service Agency Providing Help
Ballard Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98107
206-789-7800
The Mission Of The Ballard Food Bank Is To Assist Individuals & Families In Maintaining Self-Sufficiency By Providing Aid For Basic Needs. To register, please bring a photo I.D. and a current proof of address (a piece of mail that you've received within the past 30 days).
Auburn Food Bank
Auburn, WA 98071
(253)833-8925
To Provide Food, Referrals And Emergency Assistance To Those In Need Who Are Located Within The Auburn School District Boundaries.
Asian Counseling And Referral Service
Seattle, WA 98104
Acrs' Mission Is To Promote Social Justice And The Well Being And Empowerment Of Asian Pacific American Individuals, Families And Communities -- Including Immigrants, Refugees And Native Born -- By Developing, Providing And Advocating For Innovative Community-Based Multi-Lingual Services.
University District Service League
Seattle, WA 98105
(206)523-7060
Founded In 1983, The University District Service League Was Established By Community Leaders To Alleviate The Problems Of Hunger And Homeless In Northeast Seattle.
Vashon Maury Community Food Bank
Vashon, WA 98070
206-463-6332
Provide Food Service To Needy Families On Vashon Island
West Seattle Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98126
The West Seattle Food Bank Is Committed To Eliminating Hunger In West Seattle By: Securing And Distributing Quality, Nutritional Food To Clients, Educating Clients About Good Nutrition, Increasing Public Awareness Of Hunger In Our Community, and Coordinating Community Services For Clients.
Westside Baby
Seattle, WA 98146
(206)767-1662
Westside Baby, In Partnership With Our Community, Provides Essential Items To Local Children In Need By Collecting And Distributing Diapers, Clothings, Toys And Equipment.
White Center Emergency Food Association
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 762-2848
Food Bank Hours & Services:Mondays 12:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.Wednesdays & Fridays 10:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. See more details
World Impact Network
Bellevue, WA 98006
Our Purpose Is To Strengthen Communities. This Is Achieved By: Identifying Local Leadership Already At Work In Their Communities, Empowering Them With The Tools That Will Make Their Goals Achievable, and Assisting In The Provision Of Social Support That Will Raise The Standard Of Living.
The Woodinville Storehouse Food Bank
Woodinville, WA 98072
425.483.5252
The Storehouse's primary ministry is our Food Bank. We serve the Redmond, Woodinville, Kirkland, and Bothell community. Our initial focus is to assist those in need via our food bank. The unique qualities of the Storehouse include: 1. Fresh, high-quality dairy, produce, meat, and non-peris
Christian Faith Center Community Meal
Federal Way, WA 98003
253-943-2435
Every last Friday of the month from 5-8 we have our Community Meal and all are welcome to come in for a meal.
Northwest Harvest-Cherry Street Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98104-1924
(206) 625-0755 ‎
Northwest Harvest-Cherry Street Food Bank is a food pantry. Proof of address, income or need is never required. Clients are asked only for: • last name • total number of people in the family • number of family members who are infants, children, adults or seniorsFood pantry service
St. Brendan SOS Community Meals
Bothell, WA 98011
206-930-0142
Thursday Evening Free Community Meal 5:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M
Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 392-4123
This is our mission: Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank provides food and clothing and related services to individuals and families who find themselves in need of basic necessities. We strive to help people remain self-sufficient in their community and to maintain a sense of individual worth and
Kent Food Bank At Springwood
Kent, WA 98030
(253) 520-3550
We provide assistance to families and individuals living within the boundaries of the Kent School District with food and clothing.Kent Food BankMain Alliance LocationTuesday, Wednesday, and Friday10 am to 1 pmSecond Wednesday of each Month.
North Helpline
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 365-8043
Rotary First Harvest
Seattle, WA 98134
(206) 236-0408
Samaritan Project
Enumclaw, WA 98022
(360) 802-2220
St Vincent de Paul
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 767-9975
West Seattle Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 932-9023
White Center Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 762-2848
The Des Moines Area Food Bank
Des Moines, WA 98198
(206)878-2660
To Alleviate Hunger In Our Community By Providing Food Assistance To Any Person In Need.
Rotary First Harvest
Seattle, WA 98124
(206)236-0408
Rainier Valley Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98118
206-723-4105
Help People In Need By Providing Food.
Northwest Harvest E M M
Seattle, WA 98102
(206)625-0755
The mission of Northwest Harvest is to provide nutritious food to hungry people statewide in a manner that respects their dignity, while fighting to eliminate hunger. Our vision is ample nutritious food is available to everyone in Washington State.
North Seattle Neighbors In Need Food Bank Association
Seattle, WA 98125
Multi-Service Center
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 838-6810
Msc Helps People Achieve Greater Self-Sufficiency And Exercise Self-Determination. We Successfully Work With Families To Break The Cycle Of Poverty And With Families Facing Crisis-Related Poverty.
Maple Valley Food Bank And Emergency Services
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425)432-8633
Assistance To Needy People
Kent Food Bank And Emergency Services
Kent, WA 98032
253-520-3550
Provides The Kent Community With A Food And Clothing Bank And Emergency And Assistance.
JFS - Polack Food Bank
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 461-3240
International Food Bank-Eve
Federal Way, WA 98023
Humane Society For Seattle-King Co
Bellevue, WA 98005
The Seattle Humane Society Brings People And Pets Together For Lifelong Relationships.
Highline Area Food Bank
Burien, WA 98166
206-433-9900
Emergency Food Distribution Program. The Highline Area Food Bank is a Non-Profit 501C3 organization. It gathers and distributes food to those in need in Burien, Washington, and the greater Highline area. Community Resource Information Line: Dial 211 We are open:
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(206)223-1774
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Family Works
Seattle, WA 98103
(206)694-6727
El Centro De La Raza Food Distribution
Seattle, WA 98144
(206) 957-4605
Food Distribution Hours:Wednesdays are for Seniors and mobility limited individuals 3:30-6:30Thursdays 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pmFridays 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm See more details
Central Area Citizens Committee Of Seattle Inc
Seattle, WA 98122
(206)812x4948
Catholic Community Services Of Western Washington
Seattle, WA 98144
Catholic Community Services And The Archdiocesan Housing Authority Has An 89-Year History Serving The The Poor And Vulnerable. Because Of Our Beliefs, We Help All People In Need Regardless Of Creed. We Build On The Strengths Of Those Who Seek Assistance.
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