Food is Free Tacoma

Orting Food Bank is dedicated to providing food assistance to anyone in need within the community of Orting, WA. The organization relies on generous donations from individuals and businesses to support its mission of helping those facing food insecurity. In addition to offering food assistance, Orting Food Bank welcomes volunteers and encourages community involvement through food drives. By fostering a spirit of cooperation and support, the food bank plays a vital role in addressing hunger in the area. Generated from the website

PRESERVING THE DIGNITY OF THOSE WE HELP". Food Bank Operations The Food Bank has a board of directors and is registered with the State of Washington and the federal government as a non-profit corporation. The executive director is Neil Watkins. There are approximately 70 volunteers who donate their time working at the food bank and picking up food seven days a week. Volunteers are the "Heart" of our program! Donations are made by individuals, churches, clubs, groups, schools, businesses, etc. Many advocates will have special food and/or fund drives or special events to benefit the food bank. At Christmas the Precious Packages program provides new donated toys, gloves, hats, etc., to children in need. In August the food bank gives out donated school supplies and backpacks to under privileged children.