How do I get help from the food bank?

Just come during our open hours (Mon/Wed/Fri 12:30-2:30 PM) and fill out a brief intake form - takes about 5 minutes. You can use our services once per month. No appointment needed!

What do I need to bring for energy assistance?

Bring your recent Avista bill, social security card for the account holder, and proof of address. This assistance is available once per calendar year, up to $400.

Do you help with Basic Food Assistance (EBT) applications?

Yes! We help with EBT applications and annual reviews. Call ahead at (509) 272-4189 to schedule an appointment during office hours.

Can my whole family get help?

Absolutely! Our services are available to individuals and families. Just include everyone in your household when you fill out the intake form.

Is there a limit to how often I can get help?

Food bank and clothing bank services are available once per month. Energy assistance is once per calendar year. Other services vary - just ask when you visit!

What We Need Right Now

Your helping hands, donations, and support make all the difference. Here's what would help our neighbors most right now.

Volunteer Positions

We need great people like you! No experience required - just a willingness to help your neighbors.

Carts/Restocking – PM Shift

Help restock and organize food items during afternoon shift

PM Shift

Stocking/Sorting/Cleaning – AM Shift

3 teams of 2 needed for morning food bank operations

AM Shift (3 teams of 2)

Clothing Bank Prep – AM Shift

3 teams of 2 needed to prepare clothing for distribution

AM Shift (3 teams of 2)

Clothing Bank Distribution – PM Shift

3 teams of 2 needed for afternoon clothing distribution

PM Shift (3 teams of 2)

Grant Writers

Will train - help secure funding for our programs

Flexible

Substitute Van Drivers – AM Shift

Help with food delivery and transportation needs

AM Shift

Food Items We Need

These items help us stock our food bank and feed families in our community.

Cereal

Any variety of breakfast cereals

Pancake Mix/Syrup

Pancake mix and maple syrup

Refried Beans

Canned refried beans

Chili

Canned chili

Canned Pinto, Black, Great Northern Beans

All varieties of canned beans

Tuna (canned or in pouches)

Canned tuna or tuna pouches

Chicken (canned or in pouches)

Canned chicken or chicken pouches

Oats

Rolled oats or instant oatmeal

Canned Tomatoes/Sauce

Canned tomatoes and tomato sauce

Canned/Boxed Milk

Evaporated milk or boxed milk alternatives

Baking Needs: Flour, Sugar

All-purpose flour and granulated sugar

Soup (Not Chicken Noodle at this time)

Any soup except chicken noodle

Ramen

Instant ramen noodles

Carnation Instant Breakfast Powders

Breakfast drink mix powders

Other Items We Need

Beyond food, these items help families with their daily needs.

Diapers Sizes 3-5

Most needed diaper sizes

Laundry Soap

Prefer 6 loads per container

Paper Towels

Paper towels for facility use

Clothing

Clean, gently worn clothing (see FAQ for details)

Sleeping Bags

Rated for zero degrees

Computer Equipment

New enough to run current software

Can Openers

Manual can openers

Financial Gifts

Sometimes money donations help us the most - we can buy exactly what we need when we need it.

Your Dollar Goes Far

We can stretch every dollar because we buy in bulk and get wholesale prices. $25 can provide a week's worth of groceries for a family of four.

Questions?

Here are answers to some common questions about helping out.

When do you receive donations?

We will have people ready to receive donations on Monday, Wednesday, & Friday from 8:30AM-11:30AM. Please let us know if you would like a donation receipt.

What food donations do you accept?

We do accept donations of garden and farm fresh eggs and produce. We can accept meat if it has been processed by a licensed processing facility. We accept donations of dry and canned foods if they are not past their expiration dates.

Can I donate clothing?

Yes! We are gladly accepting clothing that is in wearable shape and free of holes/stains. Please clean clothing before donating.

Can I donate household items?

We currently do not have the space to distribute them. Lost Treasures Thrift Shop will take a limited number of household items.

How do I volunteer with GreenHouse?

Call us at (509) 272-4189 or stop by during office hours (Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00 AM-3:00 PM). We have flexible volunteer opportunities including food sorting, clothing organization, and event help. Regular volunteers need a background check.

Ready to Help?

Give us a call or stop by! We'd love to chat about how you can help your neighbors.

Call Us

(509) 272-4189

Visit Us

125 N Park Ave
Deer Park, WA 99006

Office Hours

Mon, Wed, Fri — 9AM-3PM
Closed all major holidays

Food & Clothing Bank Hours

Clean & Gently Worn Clothing

Mon, Wed, Fri — 12:30PM-2:30PM

Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun — Closed

Donation Drop-off

Mon, Wed, Fri — 8:30AM-11:30AM

Please call ahead to arrange