Food.
Community.
Helping Made Simple.
At the Thurston County Food Project, our mission is to build a stronger, more connected community by making it easy for neighbors to help neighbors. Through our simple, sustainable food collection model, we empower individuals to take an active role in fighting hunger and supporting local food banks. Our vision is a community where no one goes hungry, and where generosity and collaboration create a lasting impact. By working together, we can ensure that everyone in Thurston County has access to the nutritious food they need.
This Month's Pickup
We hope you will join us August 8 for our next pick-up!
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A Simple System That Really Works
Every two months, on the second Saturday of every even-numbered month, our Neighborhood Coordinators collect bags of healthy, non-perishable food left outside by generous neighbors. In return, they leave an empty green bag for the next collection and deliver all donations to local food banks. It’s a simple way to make a big difference!
Fight hunger in your own backyard
Our 2026 Schedule
Jul. 27 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Leads Meeting
Tumwater WarehouseAug. 08 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Green Bag Drop-Off
Tumwater WarehouseAug. 12 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
TCFP Board Meeting
Lacey Food PantrySep. 14 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
TCFP Annual Board Meeting
Lacey Food PantrySep. 28 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Leads Meeting
Tumwater WarehouseOct. 10 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Green Bag Drop-Off
Tumwater WarehouseOct. 12 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
TCFP Board Meeting
Lacey Food PantryNov. 30 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Leads Meeting
Tumwater WarehouseDec. 12 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Green Bag Drop-Off
Tumwater WarehouseDec. 14 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
TCFP Board Meeting
Lacey Food PantryFood Bank Needs
- Non-perishable anything
- Easy-carry school-bag snacks
- Cereal bars
- Soups
- Canned Meat
- Canned or fresh fruit
- Cooking Oil
- Canned Tuna
- Canned Beans
- Dried Beans
- Canned or fresh vegetables
- Masa
- Oats
- Rice
- Stewed tomatoes
- Fruit Cocktail
- Side Dishes
- Soy Milk
- Canned Milk
- Tomato sauce
- Baby food
- Pasta
- Dried fruit
- Diapers
- Baby wipes
- Soap

