Food Bank
The Stanwood-Camano Food Bank functions as a grocery store model.
Clients shop in-person with assistance from volunteers.
We are located at 27030 102nd Ave NW, Stanwood WA 98292
scfoodbank@scfbs.org | 360.629.2789
how it works
SIGN UP FOR SERVICES
Please sign up online before your first visit to the Food Bank. If you haven't visited the Food Bank in over a year or your household situation has changed, please fill out the sign up form again.
Get A Number
Pickup a number ticket at the front entrance beginning 30 minutes before we open until close on Distribution Days. Alternatively, you can get a number online via the virtual queue.
Begin Your Shop
Shoppers are called by number groups to allow for flexibility during wait times. Once your number is called, enter the Food Bank and check in at our front desk.
Food Bank Distributions
- Wednesdays | 3:00pm - 7:00pm | Open to the public
- Thursdays | 11:00am - 1:00pm | For seniors age 60+, by appointment only
- 2nd & 4th Thursdays | 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Pop-Up at South Camano Grange
- Fridays | 11:00am - 3:00pm | Open to the public
food bank Frequently asked questions
HOW OFTEN CAN I COME SHOP AT THE FOOD BANK?
Households may shop once per calendar week.
HOW DO I QUALIFY TO RECEIVE FOOD?
You are eligible for food assistance if you reside within the State of Washington. Please reference the income guidelines for receiving food assistance HERE. These guidelines are self-verified by each client, we do not require proof of income paperwork.
DO I NEED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO SHOP?
Food Distributions on Wednesdays and Fridays operate on a first-come-first-serve basis, and are not appointment based. All are welcome! However, Senior Serve on Thursdays is appointment based for those age 60+. To learn more about Senior Serve click here.
WHERE DO I PARK?
You may park either in the parking lot next to the Methodist Church, or the parking lot next to the Thrift Store (across the street from the Food Bank).
CAN I SHOP FOR MY HOUSEHOLD AND ANOTHER HOUSEHOLD ON THE SAME VISIT?
Yes, you can shop for up to 3 households total per food bank visit. Please keep in mind that you will have one shopping cart for all households you are shopping for. If you are shopping on someone’s behalf they must contact the Food Bank via phone or email to authorize you to shop for them.
WHAT TYPES OF ITEMS DO YOU OFFER AT THE FOOD BANK?
We offer a variety of staple food items such as rice, beans, canned goods, milk, eggs, meat, produce, and other items. We also offer non-food items such as diapers, toiletries, and pet food when we have them available, depending on supply.
WHERE DO I GET A NUMBER?
Number tickets are available online via the Virtual Line, or in-person on the east side of our building at the front entrance. In-person numbers are distributed 30 minutes before we begin Food Distribution on Wednesdays and Fridays. Customers may utilize one method for obtaining a number ticket each week.
DO I NEED TO ARRIVE EARLY TO GET A GOOD SELECTION OF FOOD?
No, we take great effort to ensure there are sufficient product offerings throughout the entire distribution.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I MISS MY GROUP SERVICE TIME?
Customers have 30 minutes to arrive for their group time before being considered “late”. If you arrive after we have finished servicing your group, you will be serviced in the next group. For example, you have a Group 3 number and arrive when we are serving Group 4, you would then be serviced in Group 4.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING FOR MY FIRST VISIT TO THE FOOD BANK?
Please bring your own shopping bags or boxes to put your groceries in.