Location
2820 E. Cherry Street
Seattle, WA 98122
United States
Hours
Contact
Click here to sign up for food support.
The YWCA Central Area Food Pantry provides food to individuals and families in Washington State, focusing on Central and South Seattle. We believe having enough food to eat is a fundamental right and we work to provide client-focused services to people of all backgrounds, founded in respect.
We strive to provide culturally responsive food and our weekly offering will typically include a protein, a grain, fresh fruits and vegetables, and some dairy. Options for vegetarian/vegan, Halal, Kosher and diabetic clients are often available. Baby and Toddler items, and personal hygiene are available on a limited basis.
For those who cannot make it on Wednesdays, there is a walk-up Food Pantry accessible 24/7 that gets filled with shelf-stable foods several times a week (typically on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday)
Our food bank has been seeing record visits from families facing increased food insecurity due to disruptions and reductions of SNAP benefits, and we are struggling to meet the increased need. The outpouring of community support has been amazing and overwhelming. While food donations are greatly appreciated, we are running out of space. The best way to currently help is with $50 grocery store gift cards (Safeway or QFC) we can give to families to help them during our holiday closure, Costco gift cards we can use to purchase items in bulk to serve all, or monetary donations made directly to the Food Bank via our donation page (select “Make a Gift” and be sure to put “YWCA Food Bank” and/or “Food” in the comment line).
YWCA Central Area Food Bank Client Responsibilities:
- Be considerate of personal space – COVID is still with us so please allow 6 feet of space between yourself and others. Masking is optional but recommended while on premises.
- Be respectful of others – Abusive language and behavior, fights, and aggression of any kind are not allowed. Anyone engaging in these behaviors will be sent home with a pre-packed bag of food. Repeat offenders will have their services suspended.
- Help keep everyone safe – For any safety issues, please notify staff or a volunteer immediately.
- Please respect our neighbors – They are huge supporters of our food bank and we want to show our gratitude. No trash, no loitering in their yards, and help us keep noise levels down.
- Do not come early and line up – We will have enough food for everyone.
- Bring your own bags if you can – If you do not have a bag, one will be provided.
LOCATION
The Central Area Food Bank is located at YWCA Phillis Wheatley Branch. Our entrance is behind the main building on 29th Ave. between E. Cherry & E. Columbia. On bus lines #3 & #8 and near bus lines #2, #4 & #48.
HOURS
- In-person shopping: Wednesday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
- Walk-up free pantry is stocked on: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays.
Donations for the food bank are accepted Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, or by appointment. You can also leave items in the Little Free Pantry to the right of our gate.
To sign up for food support, complete the Food Pantry In-Take form.
Food pantry clients are eligible to receive of food once a week by visiting our food pantry on Wednesdays between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM. New clients will need to register for their first visit, and returning clients will need to check in before receiving services.
