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Program Contact: Danielle Carson, Community Health and Food Access Lead
danielle.carson@wsu.edu


Olympic Peninsula Farm to Food Bank Fund

 

 

Fresh Food for Everyone!

Contribute here to support the Olympic Peninsula Farm to Food Bank fund 

Donate: Farm to Food Bank Fund

Since 2014 the peninsula has been delivering contracts to farmers that are repaid in fresh produce to food banks, a win-win for all.

Building economic growth and stability for local farmers while increasing access to fresh, nutrient-dense foods in our community.

The need for food assistance has swelled, the networks have been built between farms and food banks, now you can to contribute to this win-win exchange with our new community-based Olympic Peninsula Farm to Food Bank Fund.

The mission of the Olympic Peninsula Farm to Food Bank Fund is to meet the needs of farmers and community members. Funds will strengthen the economic stability of Olympic Peninsula farms while securing optimal food options for our under-resourced community members.

How it Works:

  • All donations to this fund will be turned directly into contracts for peninsula farmers, the contracts are repaid with fruits, produce, fish, eggs, meats and other nutrient-rich locally produced foods.
  • Farm products are distributed to food banks and food access organizations across Clallam and Jefferson Counties.
  • 100% of the funds to go towards contracts with local producers. WSU Extension staff administer the funds through their outside funding contracts.

Your tax deductible contribution to the Farm to Food Bank Fund supports local agriculture and strengthens community-based food systems, creating stable networks of support here on the peninsula.

 

*Our annual Farm to Food Bank Fund drive takes place in April, yet we accept donations all year round.

The WSU Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that is structurally separate from Washington State University and exists solely for WSU’s benefit, serving as the preferred channel for private gifts to all areas of the University. The WSU Foundation’s taxpayer identification number is 91-1075542.

WHAT IS SNAP-Ed?

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – plus the Educational Branch (SNAP-Ed) provide eligible groups assistance in developing and implementing strategies, programs, and policies to improve nutrition and increase physical activity. It can also provide practical, hands-on nutrition education to individuals receiving or eligible to receive Washington Basic Food (food stamps) and schools where 50% or more of students receive free or reduced lunches. This nutrition education program reaches youth and adults in Jefferson County with information to help participants practice healthy eating habits and choose physically active lifestyles consistent with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and Food Guidance System (ChooseMyPlate.gov).

SNAP-Ed Locations:

We currently serve children and adults of Jefferson County.

 

 

 

 

 

Apply for SNAP benefits (EBT/Food stamps):

More Resources:

 

 

Department of Health and Human Services Port Townsend Branch:

2507 Evans Vis
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(877) 501-2233
M-F 8:00am-5:00pm