University District Food Bank

University District Food Bank Building a hunger-free NE Seattle by providing our neighbors with reliable access to healthy food

Supporting individuals and families from across Northeast Seattle living in zip codes 98102, 98103, 98105, 98112, 98115, and 98125

Apple Cup throwback to 2000! 🏈🍎Back then, University District Food Bank was serving about 700 households each week. Fast...
09/09/2026

Apple Cup throwback to 2000! 🏈🍎

Back then, University District Food Bank was serving about 700 households each week. Fast forward to 2026, and we’re now serving 2,600 households every week.

A lot has changed in 26 years, including the need in our community. ❤️

What does taking action against hunger look like? Sometimes, it looks like making a donation. 💛The way food banks source...
09/08/2026

What does taking action against hunger look like? Sometimes, it looks like making a donation. 💛

The way food banks source food has changed dramatically in recent years. Today, University District Food Bank purchases over 55% of the food we distribute.

Financial donations give us the flexibility to purchase the foods our customers need most, including fresh produce like these gorgeous tomatoes from Viva Farms, dairy, proteins and other healthy staples.

During Hunger Action Month, your gift is one powerful way to take action and help keep fresh, healthy food on our shelves.

Ready to help? Visit udistrictfoodbank.org/financialdonations.org

Sunday plans? We’ve got you covered! 🍺📚🎶🍪Head to Ravenna Brewing tomorrow for a Book Swap + Food Drive benefiting Univer...
09/05/2026

Sunday plans? We’ve got you covered! 🍺📚🎶🍪

Head to Ravenna Brewing tomorrow for a Book Swap + Food Drive benefiting University District Food Bank, plus live music, a cookie pop-up and BBQ!

Bring a book to swap and shelf-stable food to donate, then stick around for a beer. From 3–6pm, Ravenna Brewing will donate $1 from every pint sold to UDFB. 🍺❤️

📚 Book Swap + Food Drive all day
🍪 The Cookie Breaks: 2–6pm
🌭 Outsider BBQ: 2–7pm
🍺 Give Back Happy Hour: 3–6pm
🎶 The Shed Boys: 4–6pm

A pretty great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Thank you, Ravenna Brewing, for bringing the community together to support our neighbors!

Late lunch or dinner plans tomorrow? 🥗🥪Join us at Mendocino Farms in University Village on Thursday, September 3 from 2p...
09/02/2026

Late lunch or dinner plans tomorrow? 🥗🥪

Join us at Mendocino Farms in University Village on Thursday, September 3 from 2pm to close, and an incredible 50% of your purchase will be donated to University District Food Bank!

Dine in order online with promo code GIVEBACK.

Eat happy. Give back. 💙

Thank you, Mendocino Farms, for supporting our community!

Serving up some action for Hunger Action Month! 🧡🍽️September is Hunger Action Month, a nationwide campaign to raise awar...
09/01/2026

Serving up some action for Hunger Action Month! 🧡🍽️

September is Hunger Action Month, a nationwide campaign to raise awareness about hunger and inspire people to take action in their communities.

At University District Food Bank, action takes many forms. Today, it looks like Sonya serving up fresh meals in our Apple-a-Day Café. 🥗

Want to take action with us this month?

🧡 Volunteer your time
🥕 Donate food or host a food drive
💛 Give to help keep fresh, healthy food on our shelves
🤝 Get involved with one of our community events
📣 Spread the word and help others learn about food insecurity

Ready to take action? Visit udistrictfoodbank.org to find ways to volunteer, donate and get involved.

Throughout September, we’ll be sharing more of the people, programs and community partners that make our work possible, along with ways YOU can take action.

Because ending hunger takes all of us. 🧡

Something new is rolling out! 🚚🥕🍎Today, we’re bringing a second day of pantry service to Magnuson Park.This is just the ...
08/28/2026

Something new is rolling out! 🚚🥕🍎

Today, we’re bringing a second day of pantry service to Magnuson Park.

This is just the beginning. More details, more locations, and lots more access to fresh, healthy food coming soon! 👀

We LOVE berry season! 🫐🍓Yesterday, Hayton Farms delivered this incredible batch of locally grown blueberries, strawberri...
08/26/2026

We LOVE berry season! 🫐🍓

Yesterday, Hayton Farms delivered this incredible batch of locally grown blueberries, strawberries and blackberries to our Food Bank.

Purchasing from local farmers means we can offer our customers beautiful, fresh, seasonal produce while also supporting Washington growers. And really, nothing makes our customers happier than seeing produce like this on our shelves!

Berry season, you’re our favorite. ❤️

Every year, we survey our shoppers to better understand their needs and priorities. Their feedback helps shape the decis...
08/20/2026

Every year, we survey our shoppers to better understand their needs and priorities. Their feedback helps shape the decisions we make every day.

This year, again, the message was clear:

🥬 Fresh produce topped the list.
🥩 Meat came in second.
🥚 Dairy and eggs, pantry staples, and culturally familiar foods also ranked among the most requested items.

These are the foods we work every day to keep on our shelves because they're the foods our community tells us they value most.

The reality is that they're also some of the hardest foods to keep in stock. Meat and eggs are only available every other week rather than every visit, and our shelves can look very different at the end of the day than they do first thing in the morning.

Every donation helps us purchase the foods our shoppers tell us they need most—bringing us one step closer to making this wish list an everyday reality.

Thank you for helping us listen, respond, and provide food that nourishes our community with dignity and choice. ❤️

Last week, we introduced our Shopper Advisory Council. Today, we'd like to introduce the two people who help bring it to...
08/18/2026

Last week, we introduced our Shopper Advisory Council. Today, we'd like to introduce the two people who help bring it to life.

As Pantry Coordinators, Tiffany and Jordan facilitate the Shopper Advisory Council, creating space for shoppers to share ideas and helping ensure their feedback informs decisions at the food bank.

Beyond the council, they support customers and volunteers every day, helping create a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued.

Thank you, Tiffany and Jordan, for the care, leadership, and dedication you bring to our community. ❤️

Thank you to Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle U District for supporting this year's Take a Bite Out of Hunger Auction! ...
08/13/2026

Thank you to Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle U District for supporting this year's Take a Bite Out of Hunger Auction!

Auction donations are what make our event so much fun—and so successful. We're currently looking for travel experiences, restaurant gift cards, sports tickets, theater tickets, wine, vacation stays, and other unique experiences.

Business sponsorships are also a meaningful way to support our work while connecting with our community. Interested?

We'd love to hear from you!
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5017 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA
98105

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 2:45pm
Tuesday 11am - 7pm
Thursday 11am - 7pm
Friday 11am - 3:45pm

Telephone

+12065237060

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