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 […]
Advocacy Update: The Power of Speaking Up
Hi Friends, Like many of you, I find myself disheartened and discouraged when I read the news these days and see threats to programs that keep our communities fed, housed, […]
Advocacy Alert: Victory in Olympia – But the Fight For Food Continues in D.C.
Thanks to your relentless advocacy throughout this year’s state legislative session, we have good news to share: food won in Washington State. On May 20th, Governor Bob Ferguson signed a […]
Our Mission in Action: Linda’s Story
At 82 years old, Linda* was working in a middle school cafeteria. She was tired, worried about her health, and dreamed of having more time to spend in her garden […]