Act Today to Protect Food Access in Pierce County
On January 28, 2026, the General Services Administration proposed changes to the online system nonprofits use to receive federal funding. There is only a short window for public comment, and […]
EFN’s Response to Hunger in 2026
How Our Community Can Address Rising Hunger in Pierce County Our Response in 2026 In response to growing demand, EFN has set a concrete goal: 20 million pounds of food […]
Take Action on SB 5966 & HB 2211“Washington for Washington”
At EFN, we’ve long known that food is medicine — especially for our neighbors managing chronic illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, and kidney failure. But for that medicine to work, […]
Rooted & Ready: A Powerful End to 2025
In the final months of 2025, EFN launched our Rooted & Ready campaign. Our goal over the course of the campaign was to raise $900,000 so that we could end […]
EFN’s Year-End Giving Guide
As 2025 comes to a close, there are many impactful ways to support EFN in fighting food insecurity. Here’s a few options to consider: Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)If you’re 70½ […]
A Crisis Is Approaching. Here’s How to Help Your Neighbors.
When times are hard, Pierce County shows up for one another. As Pierce County’s largest emergency food distributor, Emergency Food Network is here to help our community through moments of crisis. […]
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 […]