The work we do at Ballard Food Bank is only possible because of our generous community – including our neighbors, volunteers, donors, and local partners. We’d like to introduce two people who play an important role in this network of support: Board Member Jay Fathi and his son Peter.
Read MoreOver the past few weeks all of us have felt the anguish of the murder of George Floyd by a police officer. I know my head and heart are focused on seeing and listening to leaders in our Black community throughout our city and country. I hear the frustration, sadness and anger and calls for transformation and restorative justice.
Read MoreAs we continue to monitor reports and recommendations on COVID-19 from Seattle King County Public Health and the CDC, staff at Ballard Food Bank have been working on a plan to help prevent the spread of coronavirus to our more vulnerable populations. The Ballard Food Bank community has had no known cases of coronavirus.
Read MoreEvery week our volunteer drivers collect grocery donations from 27 neighborhood stores, including Mud Bay and All the Best Pet Care. Thanks to donations of pet food and treats from these generous small businesses (and their customers) we are able to keep our supply of pet food stocked.
Read MoreBallard Food Bank is a place of hope. Neighbors come through our doors four days a week to choose food for their families, access services in our Community Resource Hub, and receive their mail. Friendly faces and a welcoming environment greet everyone we serve.
Read MoreHosting a food or hygiene drive for the Ballard Food Bank is a great way to support our work! We'd like to shout-out the following folks for their recent support.
Read MoreA big wave of gratitude always hits me this time of year. Each year the months of November and December elevate all that is great about our community.
Read MoreBallard Food Bank is always bustling with activity. Beginning the moment we open, our space is filled with people connecting and making a difference. But often the first folks to walk in the building are our grocery recovery drivers.
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