White Center Food Bank

Category: Food bank in Seattle, Washington

Address: 10829 8th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98146, USA

Phone: +12067622848

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 12–3:30PM

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 10AM–1:30PM

Thursday: 10AM–1:30PM

Friday: 10AM–1:30PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Trevor Hurst

Mar 15, 2022

It's the staff that makes it run, and I thank u

Emma Enriquez

Aug 10, 2020

I had concerns about rodents and food that the community donated and left outside the building but after calling the food bank and expressing my concern immediately the staff notified the manager and called me back to assure me that the food donated that was contaminated is thrown away for that exact reason, So leaving food outside the building is the Cause of the problem! please let’s not do that. I was advised that there’s a fridge in the far left of the building that can be used to put the food inside to save it from the critters and also can use the barrels placed in Safeway Roxbury for donations. It’s a relief to know that the staff at our food bank cares about safety of the community, thanks for that, we all want to stay the safest posible👍🏽

Tim Kramer

Jul 29, 2019

Sometimes they can be really slow and sometimes I leave with a total of 3 meals and bunch of food that is a day or two from expiring but overall the people are really nice and there have been days were I come home with so much food. It doesnt matter the food is donated and i get what i can get. Staff is super friendly and really like the way the food bank is set up. I really do appreciate what you guys so keep it up!

Kittenfuud

Jan 27, 2017

Long lines, people shove, some of staff are very cranky. Food selection is OK, as with any foodbank, check expiration dates. I've gotten great food but I've also gotten food that went bad in 2012! Also you can only go once a month during the day, and once at night. We tried going last night and it was so crowded we couldn't even park. Well, that was due to some bad parkers, but the place was packed out the door so we had to leave. If you're really in need, don't have anxiety issues, and in the zip code area, they are open MWF 11-1.

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Questions & Answers

Can you go to two different food bank in a week if you need food are a senior

Arturo Perez | Aug 11, 2022
Michelle Lane | Aug 12, 2022

Yes, if you reside within the area they serve there is no limit on multiple food banks.

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Does everybody that is 55 and over that qualifies have to go. Can one person take info for all?

Sandra McGrath | Aug 11, 2022
White Center Food Bank (Owner) | Aug 12, 2022

If you are in the same household, only one person needs to be present. If it is your first visit, we will need the names and ages of those all living in the household. Anyone from the household can visit the food bank with photo ID and proof of current address. Starting July 5th, each household can visit 3x/month. Please let us know if you have any further questions!

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What's the deal with appoitments?

Sandra McGrath | Aug 11, 2022
White Center Food Bank (Owner) | Aug 12, 2022

We recently renovated to a grocery store model where the lobby area use to be. To mitigate the loss of our lobby, we are asking folks to schedule appointments. We hope that appointments allow folks to know exactly when they should be here to shop and eases planning for those that have to make travel arrangements. The last hour of each distribution are designated "drop-in" times. So, if you miss your appointment or don't have an appointment, you can always come the last hour of each distribution to shop! Please let us know if you have any other questions.

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White Center is known as Rat City ?

Robby M. Justice | Aug 11, 2022
Zack Kowalski | Aug 12, 2022

White Center is sometimes referred to by the nickname "Rat City" due to the historical presence of a military Relocation and Training Center during World War II. (From Wikipedia)

I live in tukwila am I allowed to go to other food pantry like Des Moines ? once a month?

Mama Bug | Aug 11, 2022
Rob Bananas | Aug 12, 2022

White center for bank has a section you can shop no questions asked. Was for the main distribution you should email directly. Everyone is very nice and there's lots of great produce!

Please dispose to the Trash first thing in the morning On Monday all the food that is been collected outside the front doors of the food bank, the food that is on the wooden platform you’re using to place it we found RATS INSIDE THE FOOD EATING IT

Emma Enriquez | Aug 11, 2022
Carmen Smith | Aug 12, 2022

We’re sorry that you experienced this. We only put canned food out for this reason but folks think this an area to donate food. We’re transitioning to a different solution. Apologies!

Can any body come Friday

William Leask | Aug 11, 2022
James McGrath | Aug 12, 2022

Yes, Thursday is the only restricted day.

How do I make an online donation?

Laura Dixon-Dybvad | Aug 11, 2022
White Center Food Bank (Owner) | Aug 12, 2022

Thank you for thinking of us! You can make your donation here: https://whitecenterfoodbank.networkforgood.com/

Will there be an end-of-the-year event that I can help out with? I am available and enthusiastic.

Olga Narcio | Aug 11, 2022
Olga Narcio | Aug 12, 2022

😧 i ready for the next event

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Can I get food delivered to my apartment I notice the van in my parking lot often

John Forsythe | Aug 11, 2022
White Center Food Bank (Owner) | Aug 12, 2022

Hi John! Home delivery is for customers that cannot make it to the food bank for medical reasons. Your doctor can fax us a note stating such to 206.439.2348. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us directly at 206.762.2848. Happy New Year!

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Is it to late to get a Thanksgiving basket

DeeDee Kallop | Aug 11, 2022
Carolann Shipp | Aug 12, 2022

No

What you need in order to get food

Ipha Iphraim | Aug 11, 2022
Mike Playford | Aug 12, 2022

You just need to come in! There are no requirements to visit.

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Is the White Center food bank a non-profit agency ?

Michelle Shields | Aug 11, 2022
DV8ER (Anonymous) | Aug 12, 2022

Yes

In previous message I wasn't aware that it is tomorrow wedsnday morning..can I go to food bank today at noon if I used food bank once during afternoon this month

Jamie Corbin | Aug 11, 2022
Kittenfuud | Aug 12, 2022

They hand out calendars as well with days and times you can go. Ask for one if they don't give you one. It's only for the current month but it gives you an idea of their schedule. Hope this helps you.

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