It takes a village. Get involved.
There are many ways for you to help us alleviate hunger in our community. We invite you to become a donor, be a monthly food sponsor, host a food drive, or volunteer for a program or upcoming event.
Become A Donor
We depend on the generosity and involvement of people like you. We are committed to making every dollar spent meaningful to the kids, families, and community we serve.
Partner With Us
Food Backpacks 4 Kids is a consistent source of food, and as such, we need specific items with regularity. Your group or company can make a significant difference in the lives of our families by sponsoring a monthly item or hosting a food drive.
Volunteer
FB4K is a great place for people of all ages to volunteer and be involved. We invite you to check out volunteer opportunities and events you can help with. If you have never volunteered with us, the first step is to fill out the application form.
Donate Food
You can donate nonperishable food at the following locations. Please no expired items.
FB4K Donation point
Fire Station 51
6711 Kimball Drive
Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Hours: 8am - Dusk
Back parking lot of fire station
FB4K Donation point
Food Market at Lake Kathryn
14220 92nd Ave NW
Gig Harbor, WA 98329
Hours: Monday - Sunday
8am-9pm
Donation Bin is located inside
the front entrance to the store.
Food Backpacks 4 Kids
9127 154th Ave Ct NW
Lakebay, WA 98349
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Hours: Tuesday -Thursday 12pm-6pm
What to Donate ?
Follow our Social Media pages for specific needs throughout the year or contact us..
Most Needed Items
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Broth (all varieties)
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Canned Chicken & Tuna
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Fruit Cups
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Fruit Snacks
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Granola Bars
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Jelly
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Oatmeal Packets
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Refried Beans
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Soups
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Spaghetti Sauce (Canned)
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Trail Mix (Individual Packs)
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Goldfish Crackers (Individual Packs)
Become A Financial Donor
Our organization appreciates the generosity and involvement of people like you. Every contribution helps our program get more food directly to the people in our community.
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Past Donors
Thank you for being a donor to Food Backpacks 4 Kids! We wouldn’t be able to serve our community without you and our other supporters. We are working to update our files to ensure you receive important tax receipts and better information. We sincerely appreciate you for taking the time to complete this form.
Volunteer!
Thank you for your interest in volunteering! We have a variety of opportunities to help, including; home deliveries, food pantry, food backpacks, farm, and special events. Our organization could not serve our community without the help of people like you. High school students are welcome. Please click on the Volunteer Application link to get started.
Current Oportunites
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Become a Monthly Food Sponsor
Help us provide a consistent supply of versatile and nutritious foods for kids and their families and keep the shelves stocked. When you become a Monthly Food Sponsor you are helping provide a consistent supply of versatile foods for our programs. Contact us for our food sponsorship opportunities.
Monthly Tortilla Sponsor
Agnus Dei Lutheran - The Tortilla Church
Agnus Dei has a long tradition of supporting FB4K. They were excited to become our first Monthly Food Sponsor. Twice a month they deliver corn and flour tortillas; which are important to have in our FB4K Family Pantry.
Monthly Gluten-Free & Dairy Free Sponsor
Kelsie Stroud Insurance
Kelsie and her team understand the importance of having access to food no matter what dietary restrictions you have. Each month they provide a variety of Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free items for families visiting our FB4K Family Pantry.
Monthly Shelf-Stable Milk Sponsor
Team Schulte & Co. - Neighborhood Experts Real Estate
"Give where you live" is the motto of Neighborhood Experts Real Estate. They put their words into action when they pledged to be our shelf-stable milk sponsor. They will provide milk for our FB4K Family Pantry and our Food Backpacks every month which helps local families in need of food assistance.
Monthly Cheese Sponsor
Peninsula Light Company
Say "Cheese!" Peninsula Light Company has a long history of helping the community and they are continuing that tradition by becoming our monthly cheese sponsor.
Monthly Cracker Sponsor
Christel Osterstrom - Cox Gibson Real Estate Group
Crackers & soup, crackers & cheese, peanut butter & crackers..... Crackers go well as a pairing with a meal or for making various snacks for kids. Now we will have a consistent supply of crackers available at the FB4K Family Pantry thanks to Christel who has pledged to be our Cracker Sponsor.
Host a Food Drive
You can help fill our shelves with needed items by hosting an item-specific food drive with your school, business, church, or neighbors. Contact us for more information on holding the drive.
Food Bowl
Annual Food Drive Competition between our local high schools.
Holiday Meals Food Drive
Key Peninsula Middle School Holiday Meals Food Drive
Food & Fund Drive
Heron's Key Annual Food & Fund Drive
Cereal Drive
High School service clubs hold a variety of drive for FB4K throughout the year.
Donate Fresh Produce
Do you own a farm or garden? Fresh fruit and vegetable donations are always welcome at the Family Pantry.
Please contact us or drop off your donation when we are open Tuesday -Thursday 12pm-6pm.
