Summer Food Program

Our summer food program is in full swing, and we are thrilled to share the impressive progress made so far. With Week 7 now complete, the dedication and generosity of our community are more evident than ever.

By the Numbers

• Weeks Completed: 7
• Total Dollars Spent: $26,780
• Total Bags Distributed: 2,520
• Average Cost Per Bag: $10.22
• Volunteers Engaged: 97 (with several new faces joining this week)
• Total Volunteer Hours: 654

Impact Highlights

Thanks to initiatives like the chili/tuna drive and generous donations from Grocery Outlet through Independence From Hunger program, we’ve successfully kept our average cost per bag at just $10.22, allowing us to reach more families efficiently. The involvement of 97 dedicated volunteers—many of them new—has been crucial, contributing a remarkable 654 hours of service so far.

Community Involvement

The program’s success is a testament to the spirit of collaboration within our community. Every hour volunteered and every dollar donated helps us extend our reach and have a greater impact.

This incredible progress would not be possible without the steadfast support of our major sponsors. We are grateful to the Nisqually Tribe, the Cowlitz Tribe, Grocery Outlet Yelm and TwinStar Credit Union for their partnership and generosity, which have played a pivotal role in fueling our mission and expanding our reach this summer.

As we move forward into the next weeks, we look forward to growing these numbers and deepening our positive impact. Thank you to everyone who has supported and participated in our summer food program!