When “Just Enough” Hangs by a Thread
A storm is gathering over Pierce County’s food security. The safety net that holds so many families steady is tearing under the weight of the federal shutdown. What was once […]
Your Guide to Visiting a Food Pantry
More people than ever are turning to food pantries for support, and whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth, know that you are always welcome. Food pantries exist to […]
The Shutdown Hits Home: How Families in Pierce County Are Affected
As you may know, the federal government entered a shutdown on October 1. While the debates in Washington, D.C. may feel far away, the impacts are immediate and deeply personal […]
National Policy Is Shaping Local Hunger
Hunger in Pierce County is not just a local challenge—it is a national story playing out in our neighborhoods. Federal decisions about food assistance are reshaping who has enough to […]
Partner Spotlight: Families Unlimited Network
James Lineweaver, Executive Director, and Pam Ketvirtis, Food Bank Manager of Families United Network More Than a Pantry: Building a Community with Compassion Families Unlimited Network has stood as a […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Marilyn Thompson
Without the help of volunteers, it would not be possible for EFN to distribute more than 1 million pounds of food each month. This month, we wanted to share about […]
Advocacy Alert: Hunger, Health Cuts, and Uncertainty – What the Budget Vote Means for Pierce County
We’re writing today with full hearts, heavy with concern and full of resolve, in the wake of today’s passage of the federal budget bill—a decision that will deeply impact food access, […]
Advocacy Alert: Food. Health. Housing. The Interconnected Crisis We Can’t Afford to Ignore
Food. Health. Housing. The Interconnected Crisis We Can’t Afford to Ignore Systems thinking reminds us that no issue exists in isolation — that food, healthcare, housing, and economic stability are […]
Victor’s Story: Providing Nourishment for the Adventures Ahead
Victor and his dog have always been inseparable adventurers—meeting new people, exploring new places, and learning new things together. They have treasured every adventure as an opportunity to make new […]