Draft Horse Plows to prepare Mother Earth Farm for planting
What is one of the first steps required to get 150,000 pounds of fresh, organic produce to local food banks? Plowing the soil, of course. On Saturday, April 7 (weather […]
Emergency Food Network Appoints New Board Members
Sharon Snuffin knows something about feeding people. As president of Snuffins Catering, she’s fed countless people. She’s found a way to make a difference for those who cannot afford food, […]
It’s More Than (Just) Words
Once upon a time, in the land of books and publishing, Harlequin asked readers, authors and fans to help choose the recipients for the 2012 Harlequin More Than Words award—a […]
Emergency Food Network Meets the Need in 2011, A Challenging Year For County’s Hungry
At the end of year, Emergency Food Network (EFN) Director Helen McGovern looked at EFN’s food distribution numbers and was able to quantify the state of the emergency food system […]
Moon Rise Café in Lakewood serves up a special day for Emergency Food Network
Tucked away in the Lakewood Town Center, the Moon Rise Café doesn’t necessarily stand out, except in the ways that are important: good food, good service, good prices, and good […]
Pierce County Empty Bowls events to raise funds for Emergency Food Network
With a new location and the addition of a three-dimensional “Vessels” art show, Emergency Food Network expects that two art-focused events will bring an infusion of revenue to help feed […]
Emergency Food Network Receives Generous Foundation Funding At A Time When Need Is Greatest
The Gary E. Milgard Foundation has contributed $75,000 too Emergency Food Network to help with the organization’s mission “to provide a reliable food supply so that no person in Pierce […]
McGovern Wins Safeco Insurance Local Hero’s Award
Safeco Insurance has named Helen McGovern a Community Hero for her work with the Emergency Food Network of Pierce County and Tacoma, which will receive a $5,000 donation from Safeco […]
2011 Newsletter
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