MOST
NEEDED:
Canned Chilis
Weekdays (except Wednesdays)
9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
The food bank is the door that also opens to social services, referrals and resources. When life's biggest challenges make an impact Helpline House can help people to weather crisis, and rebuild lives.
Walk-in Weekdays (except Wednesdays) between 9 AM and 3:30 PM to shop the same day. Call (206) 842.7621 or email with any questions.
Eligibility. All Bainbridge Islanders are eligible to use the food bank. No income questions are asked. If possible, please bring proof of residency such as utility bills in the last 6 months.
Service type. Shoppers select the food they need by household size, everyone's needs are considered to provide the best food possible.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) enables low-income households to make food purchases.
WIC is a nutrition program fro pregnant women, new and breastfeeing moms, and children under 5 years old.
Meals on Wheels Kitsap is a major provider of nutrition services for elderly persons age 60 years and older in Kitsap County.
The circle of giving grows.
Donate easy to grow veggies such as broccoli or carrots - one row makes a difference.
Interested in our other programs?
Donate or drive essential supplies to Thanksgiving Service, Holiday Book Nook, Senior Giving Tree,
Project Backpack, or Project Happy Birthday.
Review the tips below and we'll look forward to hearing from you!
Tips:
Visit the Services page, choose your preferred program
Donate or host a: neighborhood, business, school, club or a grocery store food drive.
Email volunteerservices@helplinehouse.org to coordinate most needed and delivery.
Thank you for thinking of Helpline House, your help supports a Healthy & Whole Community!
Donations Gratefully Accepted
FRESH PRODUCE
FISH AND MEATS
Unexpired/frozen
prior to expiration
Commercially
wrapped
DAIRY AND
ALTERNATIVES
Butter/margarine
Milk, yogurt,
cheese, eggs
Milk alternatives
(e.g. soy milk)
BULK FOOD BAGS
Bulk rice bags
Bulk items
Bulk pet food
TEA & COFFEE
Unopened
Unexpired
CANNED/SEALED
FOODS
Canned/packaged
Non-perishable
SINGLE USE ITEMS
For those w/o
kitchens
For school lunches
TOILETRIES
Unused
Any toiletry items
Bagged
Family-sized
portions
Happily accepted
as washed
Unopened
Travel size
is preferred
WHAT WE DON'T ACCEPT
Foods past expiration dates
Homemade or home canned foods
Any product containing alcohol
Meats/fish wrapped or repackaged
at home
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
"In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (Voice). Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer."
Thank You to Our Partners & Sponsors
