North Helpline Emergency Services and Food Bank

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.

Central Kitsap Food Bank, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Silverdale, WA, has been serving the community since 1989. Originally established as a church pantry in Tracyton, the organization now provides food assistance to those in need while upholding a client non-discrimination policy. As the lead agency for the Commodities Supplemental Food Program (CSFP), Central Kitsap Food Bank distributes 35 pounds of additional food per client to 767 low-income seniors each month. Supported by daily donors and partnerships with local businesses, the food bank remains dedicated to nourishing neighbors in a caring and respectful manner, preserving the dignity of all individuals served.Generated from the website