Our Food Bank Programs extend beyond weekly shopping. Fresh produce donations, holiday support, and seasonal efforts help neighbors access nutritious food year-round. Community members can help by donating, volunteering, or supporting these programs.
Grow for Helpline helps keep fresh produce on our food bank shelves throughout the growing season. In partnership with Veg Club and the Bainbridge Prepares Food Resilience Team, local gardeners and farmers share vegetables and fruit with neighbors who need them.
Every item you donate or help grow is vital. Please record your donations with Helpline staff as “Grow for Helpline.”
Plant a Row is a community program that provides fresh vegetables to neighbors in need year round. By growing just one extra row, local gardeners help keep high-quality produce available at the food bank.
Fresh produce is gratefully appreciated. Drop off donations Mon–Fri, 10 AM–4 PM, or contact our Food Bank Manager at foodbankmanager@helplinehouse.org
Our Kids’ Pantry Program supports Bainbridge Island children during school breaks, when access to regular meals can be disrupted. During winter, mid-winter, spring, and summer breaks, each child receives a bag of kid-friendly breakfasts, lunches, and snacks in addition to their household’s weekly food bank shopping. The program helps families manage food needs during times of unexpected financial strain.
Our Summer Helpers Program offers family volunteer opportunities for children ages 7 to 13. Kids and tweens volunteer alongside a parent or guardian, gaining hands-on experience helping their community. Short shifts make it easy for families to participate during summer break.
Visit our Volunteer Opportunity page to get started.
The Share the Harvest Program brings fresh, nutritious food from local farms to our food bank. This program connects neighbors in need with high-quality, locally grown produce they might not otherwise be able to access, strengthening our community’s food resilience.
Your gift makes a difference—every donation helps purchase fresh food for neighbors in need.
Kids (under 18) receive one $25 gift card during their food bank shopping as part of our Kids Holiday Giving Program. Your donation helps provide holiday cheer and the freedom to choose gifts that bring joy to children in our community.
Our Senior Holiday Giving Program provides a $25 gift card to clients age 55 and older during holiday food bank visits. Donor support helps cover added costs during the holidays for neighbors living on limited incomes.
We offer Thanksgiving shopping where households can choose holiday foods and pantry staples as long as you are registered with the food bank. Shoppers receive grocery store gift cards based on household size, along with a turkey or chicken item if available.
For a comprehensive online directory of services and resources on Bainbridge Island, visit Bainbridge Island Resource Directory (BIRD) here.
