SNAP Resources

Food Resources Available During SNAP Suspension

We know that the temporary suspension of SNAP benefits is causing concern for some families. Below is a list of local resources that can help provide groceries and meals during this time. Please don’t hesitate to use any of these options as needed; these programs are here to support our community.

Local Food Resources

1. Hopelink Food Markets – Operates five markets in Bellevue, Redmond, Shoreline, Kirkland, and Carnation. Clients can shop for free and choose items that fit their household needs. https://www.hopelink.org/programs/food-program/
2. Kirkland Food Bank – Call 425-889-7880. You must apply before visiting.
3. Woodinville Storehouse Food Bank – Open Tues 6–7:20 PM & Sat 9–10:20 AM. Walk-ins welcome! Bring ID for all family members and proof of residency (Woodinville, Kirkland, or Redmond). https://www.woodinvillestorehouse.org/
4. A Plate Full (Salt House Church, across from Lake Washington High School) – Free food boxes with bread, meat, cheese, snacks, juice, canned goods, fruits, and hygiene items. Pick-up Mondays at 10 AM. Text Lisa Firebaugh (206-822-4038) with the number of people in your household before picking up. https://www.aplatefull.org/
5. Emergency Food Network: www.efoodnet.org/find-food
6. Hunger Free Washington: www.hungerfreewa.org
7. Food Lifeline Map: www.foodlifeline.org/find-food
8. Washington 211: https://wa211.org/resources/food/

Additional SNAP Programs

1. SNAP Produce Match – Buy $10 of produce with your EBT card at participating stores and receive a $5 produce coupon: https://doh.wa.gov/you-and-your-family/nutrition-and-physical-activity/healthy-eating/snap-match-programs/snap-produce-match?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExWFdocmlBaXZpSjRGS0JnQgEeBOKb20tXSaiV03gkTCdul20RnYj_6AulfpmjykW_v4u3Pe7DsTpNuGvtlE_aem_a9roVm6HJoLk6Gt3UXt-hA
2. SNAP Market Match – At participating farmers markets, swipe your EBT card and receive up to $25 or more in Market Match dollars to spend on produce. https://doh.wa.gov/you-and-your-family/nutrition-and-physical-activity/healthy-eating/snap-match-programs/snap-market-match?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExWFdocmlBaXZpSjRGS0JnQgEeAtnsHNXSII8DMD_B6jpLjmpP9IrxqY3MjYmW77D38eISRGbVlV8i_sjr-uA_aem_E16r-1Tx75S7qnxNU9r_Jg
3. Fruit & Vegetable Prescription Program (FV Rx) – Eligible patients can receive $250–$500 in fruit and vegetable vouchers redeemable at Safeway. https://doh.wa.gov/public-health-provider-resources/public-health-system-resources-and-services/funding/fruit-and-vegetable-incentives-program/fruit-and-vegetable-prescription-program

Remember: any unused SNAP benefits roll over and only expire after 274 days of EBT card inactivity. If your family needs additional support or has questions about accessing any of these programs, please reach out to me by email or Parent Square.

 

Jesse Botello (he/him) School Counselor
Henry David Thoreau Elementary School
jbotello@lwsd.org