Happy 5.1.91!

Rainier Valley Food Bank first opened its doors as “Northwest Community Services” on May 1st, 1991. Since our humble beginnings as an all volunteer-run grassroots food pantry serving 50 to 100 households a month, we have come a loooong way, baby! 

Now one of the busiest food banks in Seattle, we changed our name to Rainier Valley Food Bank in 2008.  This year marks our 21st birthday. We’re all grown up now, and to celebrate, we’re asking our friends for a birthday present: help us raise $5,191 throughout the month of May so we can keep on providing healthy food for our hungry neighbors. 

Your support goes far toward feeding the nearly 11,000 people who depend on us every month: for every dollar you give, we can distribute $12 worth of food. And here’s some bonus news: on Wednesday, May 2nd, every dollar you donate will be stretched even farther during The Seattle Foundation’s GiveBIG day. Just think of what a difference your birthday gift to RVFB will make — especially when matched by The Seattle Foundation — for the thousands of families who depend on us to put food on their tables.This is a tremendous opportunity to do something great for your neighbors — and your community.  

Plus: giving is good for you!  You know it feels good and you know you want to help, so please don’t hesitate. Wish us a “Happy 5.1.91!” and on Wednesday May 2nd, Give BIG to Rainier Valley Food Bank. Just follow this link, and you’ll be a neighborhood hero.  Help us continue to be a strong resource for Rainier Valley!