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Meet Our 2024 Summer Intern Cohort

We had the amazing opportunity to have a 2024 Summer Intern Cohort! Interns support us in making our mission a reality by working alongside our staff in development and distribution roles. We also provide interns with valuable professional experience, helping them achieve their goals and preparing them for their future paths. 

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Summer EBT’s SUN Bucks Brings Abundance to Youth

Many students rely on free or reduced-priced meals at school. During the 2019-2020 school year, 43.31% of students in Washington State were eligible for the program. However, because many schools don’t provide meals during summer break, food insecurity increases for families while schools are not in session.

That’s where summer EBT comes in. Now called SUN Bucks, the USDA-approved program will help the families of about 550,000 low-income students in 37 states, including Washington, buy more groceries this summer.

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10 Nonprofits to Support this Holiday Season

Ending hunger in our community takes all of us! We’re proud to work in concert with more than a dozen service providers to help meet our community where they’re at. If you’re looking for a few additional organizations to support this holiday season, consider making a gift to one of our incredible partners.

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Meet Our 2023 Summer Intern Cohort

This year we welcomed our second summer intern cohort at RVFB! Interns support us in making our mission a reality, by working alongside our staff, including development and distribution. Through partnership with local employment programs, such as Teens in Public Service, Youth Social Impact, and Track, we provide interns with valuable professional experience, preparing them for their future paths.

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ScAAPInger Hunt

This month, we are celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Join us in supporting our local AAPI-owned businesses by participating in our ScAAPInger Hunt. Download and print the bingo card on this blog post and shop your way through Seattle, marking off each business you visit and support this month. 

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Shop Black-Owned Businesses in South Seattle

South Seattle is a diverse section of our beautiful city, and we feel lucky to call it home! This year, on Black History Month, we're highlighting the many Black-owned businesses that bring rich shopping options to our community. With everything from jewelry to plants, furniture to food, there's a shop for anything you need. 

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Shop Small in South Seattle

Looking for the perfect gift for your family and friends this holiday season? We've got you covered with this list of South Seattle local businesses you can stop by today! Bonus: at the end, there's a list of local fitness centers you can support!

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South Seattle Eats & Drinks

Food lovers will attest that Seattle has some of the best food. Looking for a local restaurant or taproom with delicious foods and drinks? This holiday season, spend quality time with your family and friends while supporting local restaurants. We've created a guide with some of our favorite spots and their must-tries!

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Cookie Party Recap

Our 15th annual Cookie Party brought us back to Geraldine’s Counter, where we all enjoyed a meal and a lively raffle while decorating cookies. We couldn’t have asked for a better kickstart to our holiday season!

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Summer Fun in Rainier Valley

Looking for a way to spend your downtime this summer? Plenty is happening around Rainier Valley, whether you like music, good food, or nature. You name it! Here is a list of budget-friendly activities you can check out with your family and friends in South Seattle.

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