CSFP

EFAP

EFAP-Tribal

F2FP

LFPA

RG

TEFAP

TEFAP FTFB

Lead Agencies Only

Open Office Hours
The Regional Representative Team holds regularly scheduled virtual open office hours on the first Tuesday of the month. Lead Agencies are invited to ask program questions, network, and share challenges and opportunities with FA staff and counterparts across the state.

Sub Agencies participating in FA programs should contact their Lead Agency with program related questions. 

Lead Agency Check-In Meetings
Food Assistance holds regularly scheduled check-in meetings for Lead Agencies. FA staff and stakeholders provide program updates, reminders, and seek input. This is one of the primary avenues for Lead Agencies to ask program questions, network and share challenges and opportunities with FA staff and their peers. It is a great opportunity for Lead Agency staff regardless of experience level to remain up to date on program development and changes. These meetings are typically held the first Friday of the month. If you are a Lead Agency and want to join, contact foodassistance@agr.wa.gov or your regional representative. 

Lead Agencies and Sub Agencies

General Focus Check-In Meetings
WSDA's Food Assistance team hosts monthly check-in meetings to provide up-to-date information, resources, and support for hunger relief organizations. This virtual meeting is hosted on Microsoft Teams and is open to anyone who wants to learn more. To find out when the next meeting is or read the notes from previous meetings, please visit our General Focus Meeting Information page. 

Food Assistance Advisory Committee Meetings
The Food Assistance Advisory Committee (FAAC), which is part of the Washington Food Coalition (WFC), plays an important role in shaping how WSDA Food Assistance programs provide the most value to the food assistance provider network and to those whom they serve. The FAAC meets a minimum of three times a year and as needed by request of the Chair of the FAAC. All providers, including food banks, food pantries, tribal voucher providers and other community partners have been encouraged to attend. The WFC posts notes and information while maintaining the email and invite lists for Committee meetings.
 
Contact the WFC at info@wafoodcoalition.org to learn more and inquire about committee membership. 

Questions or Comments?
Program Phone: 360-725-5640
Program Email: foodassistance@agr.wa.gov
All Program Contacts: https://agr.wa.gov/services/food-access/contact-us
Regional Rep Map

Program Data

Looking for Program Data? Visit our Hunger in WA page.  
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Recipes and Nutrition Resources

Want help in supporting your clients in making healthier food choices? We've compiled tons of resources for cooking on a budget, including kid-friendly recipes, recipes in Spanish, as well as dietary guidelines from the USDA and additional nutrition guidance for older adults, pregnant women, new mothers, and young children.
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Food Purchasing Resources

Are you a hunger relief organization wanting to learn more about purchasing local food for your program? Are you interested in connecting with local farmers and/or food distributors in your region? Visit our Food Purchasing page for helpful tips, best practices, and resources to help you find success in making local purchases. 
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Donations

If you are considering donating perishable food to a food bank, food pantry, or meal program, either as an individual or as a business, or you are an emergency feeding organization who is unsure of what your agency can accept, please review the food donation guides at the link below. If you have a specific question as a donor, contact your local hunger relief agency or county health department  for more information. 
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Helpful Links

Tax Exempt Organization Search (IRS)
RCW 43.23.290
System for Award Management (SAM)
Secretary of State Corporation and Charities Search (SOS)
Statewide Vendor Information (SWV)
Washington Food Coalition (WFC)