The Giving Room food bank

The Giving Room is a place where we can remind each other that we have something valuable to offer the world, whether it be a smile, a lament, a listening ear, a helping hand, a story of resiliency, or an honest word. We believe that each person is beloved by God and is worthy of being treated with dignity and respect. We seek to engage our neighbors in their physical, spiritual and relational needs. We do this through compassionate acceptance, resource-sharing and food distribution in a safe, non-discriminatory space, motivated by the love of Jesus.

The Giving Room food bank is a grocery-store-style space where guests can shop for free groceries and personal items. On Monday mornings we welcome guests inside to check-in, select refrigerated and frozen items from a menu, then choose fresh produce, and browse the shelves for dry goods and hygiene items while cold items are packed. On Thursday and Friday mornings we pick up food from grocery partners and sort and store food for Mondays. Every week we need over 40 collective hours of volunteer time!