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!

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

Sorry, despite some of the glowing reports they've receieved in the past, I believe a current…read morereview is in order. Oddly, I went about 6 years ago and fed myself for a week on the takings. First off, the worker really seemed like he'd rather be anywhere else than working there. I received a big rack of drumsticks, several cans of tuna which I appreciated, but there was NOTHING fresh or green. The closest thing to a vegetable were the potatoes. I'm hoping this was an "off week" and not the usual for them. I waivered between 2 and 3 stars.

Yes ah yes. The Seattle Washington Corps of Salvation Army. They are good organization. When…read morestayed in Seattle that one year, went in, introduced myself. As soon I say my name, they already know what Salvation Army Corps that I am from. Even on that Sunday attended worship service. Yes people, Salvation Army is a Christian church. Founded in London, England year 1865 by Methodist minister William Booth and his bride/wife Catherine Mumford Booth. Glad to help the Seattle, Washington Corps of Salvation Army. Any Food Bank that I write, any Salvation Army that I write, glad helps the children that town, that state. This situation, the children of Seattle, Washington. Washington State is The Evergreen State.

Always there have never failed to come except for when they have already told us that they were not…read morecoming or delivering on that day but always still deliver even if it's later they are always there for me. ‍

One of the most degrading, humiliating experiences in my life. I was told by a neighbor that they…read morehave all kinds of food to give away. Me, being not rich, decided to go with him. When I got in, it was worse than a high-school cafeteria. I started at the beginning of the "line" and found bins marked with maximum quantities to take out. Four potatoes. Three carrots. One onion. One bunch cilantro. One beet (blech!). One bag stale popcorn. One loaf of ROCK hard leftover bread from a local bakery. I fracture a front tooth on that! Everything here looked like old stock from the local grocery produce department. I looked around, and on that day they were out of just about everything. Dairy, meat, eggs, sugar, flour--even macaroni and cheese. Nothing worth having. It was like going through a food line in Russia collecting scraps. I don't care how little I have any more, will never, ever go through THAT morose experience again. Ever. And I hope you never have to, either. It is ROCK BOTTOM.

Pass by the Edmonds Food Bank frequently when in the area. Service days (Monday and Tuesday) the…read moreMethodist Church parking lot (where the food bank is located) is always full of patrons there to receive groceries. This is a wonderful organization that improves the quality of the community, although sometimes chaotic. I was there to pass along food items to donate. Boy, did I pick the wrong day and time. A prickly bossy woman was attempting to direct traffic. In the process she was confrontational with some of the patrons. A man unloading a truck heard the commotion she was creating and attempted to intervene. His kindness is appreciated, except for the crabby woman. (I won't call her a Lady). I don't need that kind of hassle when I'm there to participate for the community good. It's not worth the effort no matter what the price is.

This food bank turns away disabled people. The volunteers look through your personal information…read moreand see if you're somebody they want to assist based upon your general reputation: If someone knows about you and they do not like you, then foodbank volunteers will blacklist you thus denying services. That's what happened when one food bank volunteer named Lester told me that the Edmonds Food Bank could not help. Lester represents the insular types in Edmonds who automatically makes snap judgements about people. Even though he works at a food bank, Lester thinks he's the gatekeeper who has the right to deny people their basic needs. He gaslit me with some lame excuse about not having any drivers for drop off delivery because it's outside their service area. I knew he was untruthful because the food bank is less than a ten minute drive from my location. It's people like Lester whose reinforce the snobbish behavior that belies the cruel indifference of people at the Edmonds Food Bank.

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.

This program is amazing. All my friends that are not local are jealous. Every plant is way ahead of…read morethe ones that I planted from seed. I am hoping to volunteer soon and learn from the best. They have a great variety to choose from.

Amazing organization I learned of you when I purchased my car which provided a donation to your…read morefood bank. Great idea and thank you for being available to our community to help when people need a hand.