Clatsop Emergency Food Bank Clatsop Emergency Food Bank 1103 Grand Ave Astoria Basement of the First Presbyterian Church Mission Statement/ Vision/Goals: To serve the residents of Astoria with emergency food in a positive supportive environment, that respects their individual needs and nutritional desires. PROGRAM OVERVIEW The Clatsop Emergency Food Bank has been at this locations since 1975 serving the residents of Astoria. It is completely volunteer supported both by those who work in service, distribution, stocking etc. Funding to support the purchase of food subsidies is also volunteer based and we have always been supplied by generous community members who support this endeavor. We are open 5 days a week Monday-Friday from 3:00-4:00, and serve approximately 150-200 households every month with 200 volunteer hours donated by 60 volunteers. It takes a village to support this kind of work, and it is with great joy and satisfaction we endeavor to serve the community. CONTACT INFORMATION If you are interested in getting involved as a volunteer you can contact Gary Pederson at 503.791.2254; Donations or fundraising ideas/opportunities can be fielded by Tom Scoggins 503.325.6658 or Nancy Cole 503.325.1458 and the General Manager of the food bank, Julene West 503.325.7351. SPONSORED BY: Astoria Indoor Garden Supply & Sweet Relief Natural Medicine GIVING BACK 2015-16 • 59