thank you to all the volunteers and the dedicated people that make this happened for all of us in…read moreneed Thank you so much James & ryo straw

This food bank cares about those who need food and other assistance. Please see their face book…read morepage for info on how you can help, OR for how to get help if you need it!

they try to accommodate everyone's needs whether you keep Kosher or Halal or if you have an…read moreallergy or whatever. And they are respectful as well

Super nice non judgemental people really just looking to do good in the world ...i had never been…read morebefore so i was lost they guided me thru a very easy and accommodating program. Got me thru a rough time

This review is about the food bank located at the St. Charles Catholic Church known as the…read moreTri-Parish Food Bank. My previous review was a first impressions look at the food bank, and now that I have gone several times, I can say that I have some updated information on their treatment of those with disabilities. I have added one additional star bringing them to five stars in my book now that I have a good sense of how it works. Although it is not publicized, they do allow the people with disabilities to line up toward the front. You can sit in the cafeteria area and wait for the disabled line to start going through - there is no need to try and squeeze in with the rest of the people in the traditional line. On going through the line, often they will have someone to help you with your boxes or bags to a cart. Sometimes someone will be able to help you take your cart to your car. You can take a cart out to your car, and usually someone will be assigned to retrieve carts. Just start to take the cart back and someone should come and grab it from you so that you do not have to make the long walk to the food bank from the parking lot. As far as disabilities go, you still need to be able to walk from your car to the food bank, which is about a block and a half. If you can do that, they will help you as much as they can and let you go first in line. Please read my previous review to get a sense of the food bank itself for those who are new or thinking of going. This is an excellent food bank with really nice people and fast service. They often offer a lot of good produce that is in great shape in addition to their great normal selection of food and bread.

Helping Hands Food Bank offers a much-needed service in the community of Sedro-Woolley. Michael…read moreFrazier, the Executive Director, does a great job of managing operations of food bank. The volunteers are just the neatest bunch of people and they work hard to service clients with dignity, respect, and humor. The food bank has raised garden beds where they grow food and at times there are food service volunteers who help teach clients how to prepare nutritious meals from fresh vegetables and such.

I could not make it without this program. I am so grateful for their assistance and kindness.read more

I recently went to Help House in Oak Harbor, and I am impressed with the service there. They have a…read moreproduce section that as I understand it gets daily deliveries. Now is the time to stock up on potatoes! You can go once a month for a bag of food, twice a week for produce, and twice a week for bread and bakery. The bag of food they gave me contained three types of frozen meat, a Haggen's sandwich (not expired), and pizza among many other staples. I really appreciate these folks who really stepped in to help me and my wife in times of financial strain when we cannot buy food. So thank you Help House for being an angel in a time of need.

Hey! If no one else is gonna give these dedicated people a review, then by all means, I will!…read more I have had to utilize the donations offered by this place, off and on for over 12 years, and I can't begin to say how blessed and grateful I feel every time I need to! They provide SO MUCH of the food basics, they help keep families, the disabled/handicapped and seniors from malnutrition and hunger on a regular basis. Local produce is delivered daily. The people are friendly and familiarize themselves with the regulars. This place speaks to the character of the citizens of Oak Harbor in a VERY special way!

This thrift store is a hidden gem in North Kitsap. Really reasonable prices! Bonus, it helps…read moresupport the ShareNet food bank. If you're headed out for a day of thrifting, definitely include this spot on your list.

From the owner: We provide the North Kitsap and greater Kingston, WA area with emergency food provision, screened…read moreemergency power and rental assistance for clients faced with shut off notices or eviction. We also offer weekend take home food program for school aged children. Winner of Food Lifelines "Excellence in Community Resource Development, ShareNet's mission is to fight hunger in North Kitsap County in a manner that respects the dignity of those we serve. Our service area includes Kingston, Hansville, Port Gamble, Indianola, Eglon, Little Boston and some border addresses in Suquamish and Poulsbo. ShareNet's Thrift Store carries quality, gently used goods at super-bargain prices. All proceeds go right back into our operation and helps fund our food bank. We are here to help. All you need to do is give us a call and we will do our best to provide assistance. In the meantime, feel free to take a look around our site to learn more about Sharenet Food Bank and Thrift Store.

Donate goods here, volunteer also. Donation bin located outside on west side of building. Off a…read moremain street I5 exit towards the back behind a church off 88th. Large parking lot.

In the time I have been using the Marysville Food Bank, they have always treated me kindly and with…read moredignity. They have made a huge difference in whether I went hungry or not, and did the best they could with volunteers and supplies on hand. THANK YOU, Community Donners and volunteers!

Great volunteer opportunity for people of all ages…read more This warehouse is a food distribution center that is used to sort bulk food into family-sized portions. There are two large rooms where the work takes place and each can hold up to 60 volunteers (120 people total). The shifts are all 2 hours long with the first 30 minutes allowed for preparation activities like putting on hairnets and getting an introduction to the facility and the work. At that point, depending on whether the shift is full, you separate into two teams. On my most recent volunteer shift our group was working with oats. Once we were in the work room, each person chose a job. Some scooped oats into bags, others secured the bags closed with tape and put them in boxes, a few replenished oats for the teams, and a small set moved the bags of oats between the scooping table and the boxers. The 90 minutes of actual work time flew by very quickly as people got to know each other and got into a work rhythm. Upon completion of the work, we spent time cleaning the floors and tables and then took a group photo with a sign revealing how many meals we bagged. NW Harvest provides an organized, quick, and inspiring experience for volunteers and I highly recommend a visit.

I've volunteered here 5 times now and always have a great experience with how friendly and…read moreenergetic everyone is, and how smooth, safe, and clean the work gets done. Big props to the folks who work here everyday and enable all of us to make a difference! If you volunteer here, make sure you a arrive a little before the start of your shift so you can sign in and suit up (hair and beard nets provided). Make sure you wear closed toed shoes and bring a hair tie if you have long hair. Dress in layers as it can be cold or warm depending on the day and what you are doing. There are small lockers for free in the gathering room to store your belongings. You can volunteer by yourself or plan a group volunteer event. I've been volunteering on behalf of Boeing for a while now it's always a ton of fun! There is ample free parking as well in their lot.

I don't get to volunteer much anymore, I definately had more time in high school and college, but…read morewhen I get a chance, I tend to find places which serve good causes. In Seattle, there are many that fall into that catagory, and this one stands out. Food banks are places which are more important than ever before. There are too many people in unfortuante situations. Either because of some circumstance which is out of their control, or for what ever reason, it becomes necessary to rely of the charity of others. I volunteered here, as part of Seattle Works. Like many food banks I have volunteered at, it's simple, have your energy up, a welcoming smile, and respect. This one serves tons of people, Wednesdays and Saturdays. They have two shifts, one in the morning and afternoon. If you come early, be prepaired to get to packing and sorting. Donations come from local groceries and neighborhood residents. People line up, come in, get food items, and are on their way. Simple. I always say, it's good to give back, and this place is a good way to giving back, even if you don't have money to give; give a little time, it's well worth it. Tip: There is limited parking, some just north of the location, and some 24 hours spots on the street across(south) from the fire station. Don't park at the fire station, they don't really appreciate cars blocking their station. Wear comfortable clothes, and good shoes, you'll be on your feet.

As far as food banks go, North Helpline has it down! This is one of the most organized food banks…read morewith a great deal of staff and a nice warehouse space. When I have volunteered, it has been on the Saturday morning shift, four long hours! Be prepared to stand for most of the time and for non-stop people coming through. Generally Seniors and the Disabled are in the first round of clients. It is nice that they are able to come through first without being hindered by a large crowd. This food bank generally has a great deal of fresh produce, meat and many donations from Whole Foods and other markets. It feels good passing out items that I know I don't spurge on for myself. I appreciate that the clients at the food bank can turn away items that they do not wish to take. It feels very humane that people are not put in a position that they must eat anything given to them just because they are in need. If you have some volunteer time, keep North Helpline in Lake City in mind! northhelpline.org

Skagit Gleaners is a wonderful organization that helps with the rising food and clothing costs in…read morethe Valley. Definitely go in for a free shop and check it out. You won't be sorry!

My first review was solely based on my first impression. Now that I've been a member for a little…read moremore than a month, I can strongly say that I now rate Skagit Gleaners as five stars. This volunteer run organization is top notch and meets so many people's needs in the local community. If you live nearby, you should join today! It is so worth it! For prospective members, keep in mind that you have the opportunity to get a free shop in the market and in the galleria (the free thrift shop) accompanied by a tour of the facility. You need to arrive a half hour before the market opens - in other words, 9:00am on M, W, F-Su and 4:00pm on T and Th. Tell the front desk you are new and are there for a tour and a free shop. You will get membership materials for you to read through that will tell you all the different options for membership and what your contribution is and what you get in return. So, let's talk about the experience of Skagit Gleaners. When you arrive, you check in at the front desk and tell them your unique four number ID. This will put you in line to go into the market to shop. Keep in mind that those who worked that day go ahead of everyone so you will often have to wait 10-15 min to get your turn if you arrive early. If you arrive later, say on Monday closer to 11 than 9:30, you will probably be able to go back right away, but of course, there is the trade off that you did not get "first dibs" on anything. Even so, there is usually plenty of good stuff left. The galleria (free thrift shop) opens a 1/2 hour before the market does, so if you arrive early and register for the market, it is a good time to go check out the galleria and see what is new and if you have any use for it. You can also contribute to the galleria with your household goods and clothing that you have no more use for. The market experience is like a little grocery store with non-perishables, produce, bread, pastries, dairy, random "specials", extras (such as an abundance of apples or boxes of potatoes), and more depending on the day and what has been contributed. The basics of membership is a small monetary contribution equal to $35 a month + 3.5 hours of volunteering a month. They do require that you commit to a whole year. You can go to the Skagit Gleaners market THREE TIMES a week with this small contribution. Let's look at what three times a week equals AT THE BARE MINIMUM (numbers you can take vary from day to day depending on what is in stock). A typical week going three times equals 30lbs of produce, 12 non-perishable items picked from "the wall" (lots of selection, changes daily), 3 loaves of bread, 3 loaves of Panera bread, 3 pastries, 3 soft pretzels, 3 small specials (these might include deli sandwiches, small dairy items, premade salads, etc.), 3 bags from the produce cooler (salad mixes, herbs, etc.), 3 gallons of milk, 3 items from the Silver Bullet (frozen breakfast sandwiches, premade leftovers from grocery stores, etc.), 3 large specials (larger dairy items [other than white milk], Haggen sushi, meat, fish, etc.), and any "extras" (such as salad dressing, hot sauce, etc.). As you can see, this is a lot of food. The Gleaners, at the very least, will slash your food budget providing wholesome nutritious food for you and your family. This is especially attractive for those who struggle with buying food or are generally low income. Skagit Gleaners does not exclusively exist, however, to serve low income, it will allow anyone to join who can meet the minimum contribution of money and volunteer hours. Anyone can benefit from their food and goods salvage. Less ends up in land fills and people are blessed from all walks of life. I am so glad I joined the Gleaners, and I look forward to many months of membership to come. Thank you Gleaners and all who contribute to them. Check them out and get that tour and free shop. You won't regret it!