When you make a donation of food, clothing, or other essential items, neighbors and families gain access to much needed resources. In turn, this can also:
- reduce anxiety from food and resource insecurity,
- improve health and well-being,
- and provide an increased sense of stability.
Scroll down for donation hours and location.
Donation Guidelines for Food
Yes
- Non-perishable, unopened cans and packages of food
- Fresh produce
No
- Opened food
- Cooked food
- Homemade baked goods or other products, including canned goods from home
- Cans that are rusted or dented
Food Wish List
High Protein
- Canned tuna
- Canned chicken
- Beef stew
- Peanut butter
- Canned nuts
- Canned or dry beans
- Shelf-stable milk
Shelf-Stable Foods
- Rice
- Pasta
- Cereal
- Instant oatmeal
- Dried Fruit
- Crackers
- Cooking herbs and spices
Children’s Favorites
- Baby food
- Infant formula (Enfamil preferred)
- Mac & cheese
- Canned/boxed juices
Fresh & Canned Foods
- Fruits (fresh or canned)
- Vegetables (fresh or canned)
- Canned soups
- Canned spaghetti sauce
Donation Guidelines for Clothing & Items
Yes
- New and gently used clothing (seasonally appropriate)
- New and gently used, clean toys
- New toiletries & hygiene supplies (e.g., razors, shampoo, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, sanitary pads, tampons, condoms, and toilet paper)
- New adult socks and warm, winter accessories (e.g., hats, scarves, gloves)
No
- Used clothing
- Adult clothing (except socks and winter accessories)
Item Wish List
• Diapers (size 6)
• Baby wipes
• Gently used children’s toys
• New adult socks
Donation Hours & Locations
Address
1501 North 45th Street
Seattle, WA 98103
Summer Donation Hours*
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday: 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
Friday: 9:30 am – 1:00 pm
* If you are donating a large quantity of food, please contact us to schedule a drop off during food bank hours.