Food & Nutrition
Food and nutrition resources include food pantries and banks, free meals, grocery delivery, home-delivered meals, and senior meal programs. They fight food insecurity by ensuring neighbors can reliably access healthy options and nutrition support.
News related to Food & Nutrition
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Winter 2026 Newsletter
Sound Generations has released its Winter 2026 Newsletter, highlighting various programs and events aimed at supporting the community. Th...
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Welcoming the Year of the Horse: Moving Forward Together
Seattle is filled with excitement as the city celebrates the Seahawks’ Super Bowl victory and prepares for Lunar New Year, which begins o...
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Mayor Wilson’s 2026 State of the City Address
Mayor Katie B. Wilson delivered her 2026 State of the City address, emphasizing community resilience, hope, and the need for action again...
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More than a forklift: how Boeing employees helped boost our SODO Market
Boeing employees have funded a new forklift for the SODO Community Market in Seattle through the Employees Community Fund of Boeing (ECF)...
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VCS customers donate 7,000+ items to help homeless Veterans
Patrons of the Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) collected over 7,000 items for homeless Veterans during the holiday season. The donation dr...
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A healthier Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day often centers around love, chocolates, and romantic dinners, but a healthier celebration can be created at home. Cooking ...
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A Tale of Two Lobby Days
United Way of King County participated in two significant advocacy events at the State Capitol in Olympia this month. On February 5, the ...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: From Surplus to Sustenance – How Food Rescue Is Helping Fill Washington’s Growing Hunger Gap
As food insecurity rises in Washington, Northwest Harvest is addressing the growing need through food rescue initiatives. The organizatio...
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Celebrating Black History Month
This Black History Month highlights three influential leaders who advanced economic justice and improved access to essential needs for ch...
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Giving from the heart!
Hundreds gathered at the One Circle’s annual One Heart/One Community Party With a Purpose, a fundraising event aimed at preventing hunger...
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Meals on Wheels: Deliver Meals in NorthShore/Bothell
Meals on Wheels in Northshore/Bothell is seeking volunteers to help deliver meals to homebound seniors. Volunteers will play a vital role...
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Pass the Veteran Caregiver Reeducation, Reemployment, and Retirement Act
Military and veteran caregivers provide crucial support to loved ones with injuries or disabilities from service, with over 14 million Am...
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Stability, safety, and well-being for all
At MSC, the mission is to provide essential services and safety-net programs for individuals and families in the community, focusing on r...
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Statewide Child Wellness Survey shows Washington families are resilient but face barriers to basic needs, childcare, and healthcare
New data from Washington’s Child Wellness Survey reveals that families with young children demonstrate strong resilience despite facing s...
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Action Alert: Urge your legislators to support HB 2238 (Statewide Food Security)
Advocates are urging Washington residents to contact their legislators to support HB 2238, a bill aimed at creating a statewide strategy ...
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Thank you for joining us at the 1st annual EF Day of Action!
Essentials First held its first annual Day of Action on Feb. 4, gathering community members and lawmakers in Olympia to address hygiene i...
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Matthew
Matthew, who was adopted from South Korea at age 4, faced a tumultuous childhood marked by abuse and instability. After being placed in f...
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Manuel
Manuel, a devoted father, struggled to support his children after moving to Seattle in search of better job opportunities. Facing age dis...
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ACTION ALERT: Protect WCCC!
Proposed legislative budgets are suggesting a $41 million cut to essential early learning programs, including the Working Connections Chi...
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Why Social Connection Matters for Seniors (and How Our Center Helps)
Staying socially connected is crucial for the health and happiness of seniors, according to the Federal Way Senior Center. Friendships an...
Events for Food & Nutrition
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Together Center - Sound Generations
Join Sound Generations at the Together Center on Feb. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon for valuable resources and support for aging adults and ind...
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Community Dining
Join the Community Dining event on February 19, 2026, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at The Center for Active Living, located at 4217 SW O...
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Wallingford Food Bank Open
The Wallingford Food Bank will be open on February 19 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at its temporary location, 4318 Stone Way North, Seattle, WA ...
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NorthWest Share Free Weekly Food Truck
Join the NorthWest Share Free Weekly Food Truck event on February 19 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Together Center, located at 16305 NE 87th...
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Margie’s Café
Margie’s Café will be open on February 20, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Center for Active Living, located at 4217 SW Oregon St. ...
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Essentials First Redmond Distribution Location
Essentials First will host a distribution event in Redmond on February 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Community members are invited to walk in...
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Wallingford Food Bank Open
The Wallingford Food Bank will be open on February 20 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its temporary location, 4318 Stone Way North, Seattle, WA...
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Pet Food Bank
Join the King County Pet Adoption Center for a Pet Food Bank on Feb. 22 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at 21615 64th Ave S in Kent. This event off...
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Essentials First Redmond Distribution Location
Essentials First will host a distribution event in Redmond on February 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Community members are invited to walk in...
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Community Dining
Join the Community Dining event on February 23, 2026, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at The Center for Active Living, located at 4217 SW O...
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Dinner: Italian Sausage Soup
Join the South Park Neighborhood Center for a delicious dinner featuring Italian sausage soup on Feb. 23 from 5 to 6 p.m. Attendees can e...
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Social Services Community Connection
Join the Social Services Community Connection event on Feb. 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the South Park Neighborhood Center, located...
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February Birthday Lunch
Join us for the February Birthday Lunch on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at The Center for Active Living, located...
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Community Dining
Join the Community Dining event on Feb. 24, 2026, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at The Center for Active Living, located at 4217 SW Orego...
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Wallingford Food Bank Open
The Wallingford Food Bank will be open on February 24 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at its temporary location, 4318 Stone Way North in Seattle. ...
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Margie’s Café
Margie’s Café will be open on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Center for Active Living, located at 4217 SW Oreg...
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Community Dining
Join the Community Dining event on February 25, 2026, from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at The Center for Active Living, located at 4217 SW O...
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Pet Food Bank
The Pet Food Bank will take place on February 25 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the King County Pet Adoption Center, located at 21615 64th Ave ...
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Mobile Food Pantry @ Broadview Branch - Seattle Public Library
Join the Mobile Food Pantry at the Broadview Branch of the Seattle Public Library on Feb. 25 from 2 to 4 p.m. Attendees can shop for free...
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Dinner: Sweet & Sour Chicken
Join the South Park Neighborhood Center for a delicious dinner featuring Sweet & Sour Chicken on Feb. 25 from 5 to 6 p.m. Enjoy vineg...