Eloise's Cooking Pot Food Bank

Category: Food bank in Tacoma, Washington

Address: 3543 E McKinley Ave, Tacoma, WA 98404, USA

Phone: +12534261994

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 10AM–6PM

Wednesday: 10AM–6PM

Thursday: 10AM–6PM

Friday: 10AM–6PM

Saturday: 10:30AM–4PM

Reviews

angela wiggins

Aug 4, 2022

Always a blessing to receive this food banks help. They let you do the shopping.

Kaiah Westerfield

May 25, 2022

As a dasher she's sure rude to us. When the other girl directs traffic it's much more organized and less hectic and less attitude. This lady is so mean then when she's in the way of traffic she asks someone whose not in the way to close their door when the dude is trying to back up and he's saying excuse me I'm trying to back up she totally rudely didn't acknowledge the gentleman and continued to boss us around and create a hostile environment for dashers by serving us attitude. Then the audacity to photograph my license plate?

Reginald Stalling

May 14, 2022

They was supposed to delivered food too my house, and never did. Called twice and both times they never put my address down when I signed up. I was at home sick with COVID, so I couldn't pick up my food.

Apollo Williams

Apr 10, 2022

Absolutely the best food bank in Tacoma ! Fresh fruit, Vegetables to Dairy. This has helped tremendously with the cost of increased prices of groceries. This past week we were blessed with household items . 2 Sheet sets and a double headed shower. This was a true blessing for our new place!

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Questions & Answers

What qualifies me to use the food bank? Do I need to complete some kind of questionnaire or application? I've never used

L Tate | Aug 12, 2022
Quadrair Long | Aug 13, 2022

All u need is your id. They are very nice and the stuff is of good quality.

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I went on Saturday, how many times in a week or month can one come get food?

Huffman Alicia | Aug 12, 2022
Taina Valentin | Aug 13, 2022

You can go once a day no questions asked

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If your from Spanaway can you get food there too

Clara Kapileo | Aug 12, 2022
Stephanie Magat | Aug 13, 2022

Yes you can be from any where. I go from Federal Way.

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Hours of operation?

Grant Heatley | Aug 12, 2022
Taina Valentin | Aug 13, 2022

Best way to keep track of their hours is to look at the Facebook page. It's updated almost daily.

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My I.d. card was stolen from my work truck can I get help with food until I can replace it??

Brandon Jones | Aug 12, 2022
Corina del Valle | Aug 13, 2022

You absolutely can get food without ID, without a bill, without anything with your name on it. This is, in my opinion, the best food bank around!

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I just moved here from Kansas.My kids & I need food. All I have is a Kansad ID. Can I still get help?

Beverly Brouhard | Aug 12, 2022
NowI'mMe | Aug 13, 2022

Yes. I moved here from Georgia several years ago and I had to use my Georgia I.D. for a year or two. Just remember to have a utility bill with your name on it. Also, bring some bags, if you can.

I did not see the drive by pickup. How can I find it?

juan jose sanchez jr. | Aug 12, 2022
Wendy “White Shadow” Vanemburg | Aug 13, 2022

Drive up is on Friday's from 10am-4pm it is obvious once you get there. To enter... it is one block towards Portland Avenue from McKinley Avenue ENTER.... THE Back of the LINE OF 🚗 🚗 🚘. Open your trunk, mask up, and stay in your car. They will come to your window and give you paperwork to fill out come back and retrieve paperwork. Make sure your trunk is empty they will fill it up. Happy eating to all❣️

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How do I go about applying for home delivery

Cheryl Beck | Aug 12, 2022
David Troutman | Aug 13, 2022

Hi my name is David. I work for Eloise's Cooking Pot. You apply for home delivery. On are website themadf.org.

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Why i am getting the same items over and over. I really need butter, meat and milk. All i got is can food, 3 onions and celery.

Carmela England WA-Tacoma | Aug 12, 2022
Killin Bildvow | Aug 13, 2022

It all depends on what they have. There are other food banks, one is off 44th in Salishan near medical building, they have meats, milk and butter. Google them, I don't know the name

I have an excess of apple from my apple tree. Can I bring them down and donate them?

Pamela Edwards | Aug 12, 2022
Derek james Hutcherson | Aug 13, 2022

Id call.

Is food bank close today I don't see no one

Ray Rochon | Aug 12, 2022
Viet FunTV | Aug 13, 2022

I think so

What if you lost your id

john “Lil john” Graham | Aug 12, 2022
Deborah Coy | Aug 13, 2022

Went there yesterday with no ID. They ask how many in household. They have extras like socks, stuffed animals and some hygiene products.

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Isn't it drive through?

Elizabeth gidley | Aug 12, 2022
Levi McAbier | Aug 13, 2022

Yes and they also take walk ins.

Do you make deliveries? My mom is 87 and I'm 59.

Peggielee Pederson | Aug 12, 2022
Paulette Swanson | Aug 13, 2022

Right now their home delivery is maxed out.

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I Is this food bank have a baby diapers??

Seamos mujeres imparables maria Gregory | Aug 12, 2022
donnie gibson | Aug 13, 2022

Some times it does have diapers.other stuff to.day the food bank is open.

what time do you open on friday

Verna VernaJ | Aug 12, 2022
Stephanie Magat | Aug 13, 2022

11am to 430pm on Friday

What is the best day and time to go, i have severe scoliosis as well as lung issues so am limited on standing

Debbie | Aug 12, 2022
Heather Reynolds | Aug 13, 2022

They will also bring you a seat if you ask and tell them your situation. You can also get there early and get a number which allows you to come back at a specific time and you dont have to stand in line when you come bavk

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Is there a long line? Also i just moved here from Hawaii with my daughter. Would they be able to assist me with food & some supplies for hygiene??

Elle Melinoo | Aug 12, 2022
NowI'mMe | Aug 13, 2022

Yes, the lines can be long. Show up at 8:00 a.m. and get a number. Come back by 10:00 a.m. (Saturday hours) and take your place in line, with your number. Since you just moved here, I'm not sure what you need to bring for I.D. A copy of your lease (if you're renting) or a current utility bill with your name. Picture I.D. Yes, sometimes they have hygiene supplies.

Do you have to luve in Tacoma to go there

Debbie | Aug 12, 2022
mike smith | Aug 13, 2022

No you don't. I volunteer there often and anyone is welcome to come every day they are open which is on Monday, Tuesday, Friday Saturday, and Sunday. They are closed on Wednesday and only give out emergency bags on Thursdays. You will need an ID so you can be put into their system and having your own bags will also help. This is one if the better food banks out there as well. They give out a good variety of things including dog and cat food and baby stuff.

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I am in need of food for my 6yrold and myself. I'm unable to stand long due to back issues. Is there places to sitwhile waiting in line? What are the hours?

Kari Parks | Aug 12, 2022
Mmc Caso | Aug 13, 2022

The hours vary. There isn't really anywhere to sit sometimes people bring walkers. The food bank is closed on Wenesdays. You can always call the food bank or the office to get the hours.

I live in lakewood at the edge of tacoma..will I still be welcome..?

Shaylah Furbush | Aug 12, 2022
Shanelle Hawkins | Aug 13, 2022

From what I understand anyone can go to the cooking pot

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What all do I need to bring to receive food?

Nichole Pointer | Aug 12, 2022
Tomas Larzsohn | Aug 13, 2022

Any state/gov issued photo id and your own bags to carry groceries.

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I'm planning to go there on Tuesday around 2 o'clock. would I be able to volunteer on a same day? thank you!

Crystal Hoke | Aug 12, 2022
7thfiregeneration gmail | Aug 13, 2022

They have volunteer schedules and they like if you take a full shift. Sometimes they need people and some days they have good coverage. You can sign up for volunteer hours on the website now!

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how can I volunteer at there? is it possible to go in to volunteer?

Crystal Hoke | Aug 12, 2022
NowI'mMe | Aug 13, 2022

Yes. Try going in on a Tuesday or Thursday at around 8:00 a.m. and speaking to Samantha. She'll have you fill out a volunteer application and then an office person will call you to see what your availability is.

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