This organization started in 1972 and has grown and evolved into a strong and sturdy fixture in the Puyallup community.
In addition to serving families who schedule service for food resources, Puyallup Food Bank also shares its inventory with nearby agencies and tribal sites. They give freely to smaller nearby food banks any product that they can't quickly use themselves. They also participate in the freezing nights program, to ensure safety for those most at risk due to adverse weather.
According to Bill Franklin, the Executive Director at Puyallup Food Bank, the best part of the organization lies in the 100+ volunteers that support the work in an environment that feels like one big family. Egos are left at the door, and they join together through a higher motivation to serve.
Bill has served at the food bank for 25 years, with 22 of those in the role as Executive Director. Keeping up with all the moving parts that it takes is one of the trickiest parts of his job, as logistics and scheduling is a massive undertaking for the well-oiled machine they run.
On September 5th, the opening day of the Washington State Fair, free admission will be offered to anyone who brings a donation of nonperishable food items. Monetary donations will also be welcomed. This is a great way to gain visibility for the hunger relief work being done in Puyallup as well as a vital source of support to keep that work going.
Learn more and donate here: http://www.puyallupfoodbank.org/donate/
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| Customers receive a shopping cart packed full of quality food on their visit. |
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| Friendly volunteers at the food bank. |
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| Toiletries for clients as needed. |
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| The ever-popular party room. Birthdays for children and Christmas are always celebrated. |
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