Support The Sky Valley Food Bank
Neighbors Helping Neighbors Since 1976
Whether you’ve got time, money, or food to give, the Sky Valley Food Bank is always looking for people who want to make a difference in their communities.
Would you like to help us feed our neighbors? Make a real difference in the Sky Valley community?
We’re always looking for caring folks to help us further our mission!
Donate Money
Have questions about donating money online? Read our FAQ.
Online Donation FAQ
Is it safe to donate online?
Yes! Our donation page is safe and secure. We will not divulge your information to anyone else, and we will keep your donation confidential if you ask us to do so.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes! We are a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization, and your donation is tax deductible to the extent of the law. Please keep your donation receipt for your tax records.
Do I get a receipt?
Yes! We mail out receipt letters as soon as possible, unless you request a year-end statement only. If we send ongoing receipts, we do not send year-end statements unless specifically requested.
Should I donate food or funds?
Anything helps! Funds allow us to purchase the food we need most using our bulk discounts, so your dollar will stretch further and be used where it’s most needed. Food donations provide a wider variety of food for our customers, and are a great way to clean out your pantry and help a family in need at the same time!
Can I give a monthly donation?
Yes! Just click on the “Donate Monthly” button, and your credit card will be charged on the same date every month until you cancel it.
How do I update my monthly donation information or change the amount?
Email us at endhunger@svfoodbank.org, or call us at (360) 794-7959 to make any changes or to cancel your ongoing donation.
Can I make a donation in honor or in memory of someone?
Yes! Just enter the information about your honoree when prompted, and we will send an acknowledgement card to the address you provide.
Where do I send cash donations?
You can mail a check to the Sky Valley Food Bank at P.O. Box 724, Monroe, WA 98272. If you have cash, you can bring it in during any of the hours we are open.
Donate Food
Have questions about donating food? Read our FAQ.
We distribute about 12,000 pounds of food MORE per month than we receive in donations. Every can of corn or bag of rice we receive makes a difference!
To make a contribution of food, just stop by the Food Bank anytime during our donation hours.
Can’t make it? Check out our list of alternate drop-off locations.
For large quantities or all-day/after-hour drives, call us to arrange a pick up or delivery to our warehouse.
Location
233 Sky River Parkway
Monroe, Washington 98272
Email Address: endhunger@svfoodbank.org
Phone: (360) 794-7959
Food Donation Hours
Monday through Wednesday from 9:00–11:30 AM
Please call ahead when bringing large quantities, or if you need to arrange alternate times. We are grateful for your donations!
Alternative Donation Drop-Off Points
For non-perishable food only. Please call us to make arrangements for large donations.
Town & Country Tractors
449 Railroad Ave.
M-F 9am-6pm
Cascade Church
14377 Fryelands Blvd.
M-TH 8am-4pm
Coastal Community Bank
19351 State Route 2
M-F 9am-5pm
Umpqua Bank
19500 State Route 2
M-F 9am-5pm
Galaxy Theatre
1 Galaxy Way
Daily 12pm-10pm
Speedway Chevrolet
16957 W. Main St.
M-F 9am-8pm
Sat-Sun 10am-6pm
Monroe School District Office
14692 179th Ave SE
M-F 8am-4:30pm
Boys & Girls Club
261 Sky River Parkway
M-F 6am-6pm
Food Donation FAQ
Where do I drop off food?
You can bring food to the Food Bank during any of our donation hours. You can also leave non-perishable donations at one of our alternative drop-off sites.
What food do you need most? Is there anything you can’t accept?
Download our current list of most-needed foods. We are also always in need of health and hygiene items–download the most-needed toiletries list here. And most importantly of all, we are always collecting food for our emergency weekend backpacks for our school children–download the backpack foods list here. We love to receive your surplus fresh produce from your garden (please clean it first as we don’t have the facilities to do that here). We cannot accept packages of food that have been opened, or baby food that is past date. We do accept pet food as well as people food!
Do I need to tell you that I am having a food drive?
Yes, please! We want to make sure that we have all the information we need to thank and credit you. We also sometimes receive calls from the public during food drives from people wanting to make sure that their donation will get to us. If we know about your drive, we can reassure them that the food will be coming to us.
Do you have food barrels or promotional materials I can use for my food drive?
Yes! We have large and small barrels, crates, and coin jars for your use, along with flyers for most-needed items. Just call or email the Food Bank to pick them up.
I can't make it during donation hours. Can I still donate food?
Yes! Click here to see our list of alternate drop-off locations. Please call us at (360) 794-7959 to make arrangements for large donations.
Volunteer
Have questions about volunteering? Read our FAQ.
Our dedicated team of more than 80 active volunteers work a combined total of 15,000 hours per year. There are many ways to help, such as picking up food from local stores, sorting food donations in our warehouse, working the distribution floor, or helping out in the office.
Fill out a Volunteer Packet to join the team! If you are under 18, please fill out the Youth Contract as well. Please return all the forms to us and our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you.
Volunteer Opportunities Include:
Drivers Interpreters Warehouse sorting Food distribution Client intake
Location
233 Sky River Parkway
Monroe, Washington 98272
Email Address: endhunger@svfoodbank.org
Phone: (360) 794-7959
All Access Food Shopping Hours:
Tuesday 2:45–5:30 PM and Thursday 9:00-11:30 AM
Senior Food Shopping Hours:
Monday 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Volunteer FAQ
How do I sign up?
Bring in your completed volunteer application any time we’re open, or email it to jen@svfoodbank.org. There is no need to call before coming in.
What if I need to cancel?
Just call us at (360) 794-7959 or email endhunger@svfoodbank.org to let us know.
Where are you located?
233 Sky River Parkway, Monroe, WA 98272. We share a parking lot with the Boys & Girls Club, across the street from the Senior Center, near Sky River Park and the Monroe Library.
Can children volunteer?
Children 12-16 years of age can volunteer with their parent or guardian. Youth 16-18 years of age need to have a signed youth contract.
What should I wear?
Warm, comfortable layered clothing that can get dirty, and closed-toed shoes. Leave your purse and valuables at home, or safely locked in your car. (Lockers provided).
Can I do community service for a school requirement or project?
Contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Jen Reasoner, at 360-794-7959, or email jen@svfoodbank.org.
Can I complete court mandated community service?
Contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Jen Reasoner, at (360) 794-7959.
What will volunteers be doing?
We have a variety of tasks, including warehouse jobs (like sorting and bagging food, helping unload crates of food from the trucks, re-packaging pet food, and packing backpacks), client-facing jobs (like helping clients on the market floor, helping with client intake or food carry out, and helping with translation), and office jobs (like addressing and stuffing envelopes, or helping with letters).
Where can I ask questions about volunteering?
Contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Jen Reasoner, at 360-794-7959, or email jen@svfoodbank.org.
Start A Drive
Food drives help keep our shelves stocked with a wide variety of foods to distribute to the 1,300 families that need a helping hand every month!
You can start a drive with your team, at your school, your place of business, your church, or your neighborhood. Just give us a call at (360) 794-7959 to get started!
Here are our suggestions to help your drive be successful:
- – Choose a goal you want to meet. For example: 200 lbs of food, 50 jars of peanut butter, etc.
- – Get the word out. Share your drive on social media.
- – Have a friendly competition between classrooms, teams, or work departments.
- – Theme days can be fun. Fill a playpen with baby food, plant a garden of canned vegetables, or build a USDA food pyramid.
- – We have collection barrels, cash jars, and signs you can use.
- – Contact us to let us know when you are having your drive.
Donate Stock
Donating stock is a great way to help yourself and the Food Bank at the same time! Making a gift of appreciated securities held for more than a year can provide you with a tax benefit while providing meals for hundreds of families. When you give securities, you receive a tax deductible donation for the market value of the stock the day you donated it. You won’t owe any capital gains taxes and neither will the Food Bank.
You can also donate stock by printing, filling out, and sending in this paper form.