Food Lifeline Blog

New Millionaires’ Tax Fully Funds School Meals, Advances Tax Relief Programs and Community Investments 

Following a marathon debate lasting more than 24 hours, the Washington Legislature passed the Millionaires’ Tax, marking a historic step toward rebalancing the state’s regressive tax code and delivering an estimated $3…

Celebrating an Impactful Food Donation from a Local Favorite 

When we checked in with our food bank partners across our network, high-protein foods landed at the top of the list of most-desired foods. Meat is…

Strengthening Community Through Partnership at Nooksack Valley Food Bank 

Food Lifeline partnered with the Nooksack Valley Food Bank this spring to support their Sumas and Everson communities in the wake of December’s severe flooding. Together, we…

Conversations on the Dock: Fua Masaniai, American Polynesian Organization

Text: Tell Us about your organization. My name is Fua Masaniai, Moi Masaniai is my husband, and we are the couple that runs the American…

Food Lifeline and Community Advocates Push for Policy Change at Feeding America Fly-In in Washington, DC

PHOTO: Aaron Czyzewski (Food Lifeline), Amanda Reeves (Food Lifeline), Mariah Baker (Policy Advisor for Rep Suzan DelBene), ​Jennifer Martin (Lummi Nation), and Rosi Bolatagici (PICA).…

A Cool Solution: A New Freezer Expands What’s Possible at Edmonds Food Bank

Everyone who works or volunteers at Edmonds Food Bank follows a familiar rhythm. First, every food delivery is inspected and categorized. Items that can be…