We met our goal because of our community coming together to make this moment happen. Over 1,300 individuals, families, companies, faith groups, community organizations, and foundations came together in community to build something tremendous together. Gifts of all sizes truly mattered in this campaign because added up together they built a Hub for Hope where everyone is welcome. Whether you gave $5.00 or $1 million, you helped make this happen, we see how much you care, and we are grateful for you.
Read MoreDavid Perez has been a member of the Ballard Food Bank board since 2012. David has been a tremendous advocate for the Food Bank and a dedicated supporter of our efforts—all while balancing a busy legal career and growing family! We recently sat down with David to talk about his involvement with the Food Bank, how it intertwines with his career and values, and his hopes for the Food Bank’s future.
Read MoreWe are so excited to be opening our doors to the new Ballard Food Bank in mid-October. We cannot wait to welcome all of you into our future home!
Our new home will be nearly twice the size and we have exciting plans for what we’ll be able to offer in the new space. This expansion and move make this the perfect time to debut a colorful, new brand to match the spirit of our organization. This brand reflects who we are, how we serve people, and what that means for the community. It will infuse our fantastic new home. You will also start to see it on our website, social media, and newsletters in the coming days and weeks.
I want to take this opportunity to tell you about the brand and why we think it’s a perfect fit for who we are and where we’re headed.
Read MoreWhen COVID-19 took Washington by storm in early 2020, Anthony Anderson knew he had to step up and make an impact. Having volunteered for the past 16 months, Anthony reflects on his experience with Ballard Food Bank. “The part that I am excited about is volunteering. I’ve been volunteering for 16 months now, and I just love the fact that I get to at least have a positive impact on the lives of other people. It’s really been engaging doing the home delivery program.”
Read MoreRecently we had the opportunity to sit down with Magnolia residents Lanne and Ryan Stauffer, proprietors of Market Street Shoes in Ballard. The Stauffers, who recently celebrated the store’s 15th anniversary, are very active in the community. Ryan joined the board of directors of Ballard Food Bank in 2020 and Lanne serves on the board of Ballard Alliance.
Read MoreWe’re excited to share that the Employees Community Fund of Boeing Puget Sound (ECF) has donated $500,000 to the Hope Beyond Hunger capital campaign. The campaign supports our new home, which is set to open in October 2021.
Read MoreIn April, our Food Access Coordinator, Ysabel Diaz, along with our Executive Director, Jen Muzia, took to the airwaves for an interview on 103.7FM’s Bre in the Morning show, telling listeners about why Ballard Food Bank is so important to them and our community and how people can support our new home.
Read MoreWe’re grateful to have Geeta McCormack as a Ballard Food Bank board member since the beginning of 2020. Geeta has lived in the Ballard/Broadview area for over 20 years with her husband Chris, daughter Maya, and their two dogs Cassie and Lily.
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