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Thurston County Food Bank

Non profit organization Food bank

One of the Most Reviewed Non profit organizations in Olympia


Address

220 Thurston Ave NE, Olympia, WA 98501, United States

Website

thurstoncountyfoodbank.org

Contact

+1 360-352-8597

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (737 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 11 am to 3 pm
  • Thursday: Closed
  • Friday: 11 am to 3 pm
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 11 am to 3 pm
  • Tuesday: Closed

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Harvey H. 2 years ago on Google
    Gives out a lot of food. Good enough to last either a week or a few days. Depends on how big of a eater u are and how well u can manage making meals. Also a variety of deserts. U Dont get to pick what deserts but most likely you'll enjoy what they have to offer. Excellent helpers
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Michael C. 9 months ago on Google
    This place was really helpful, my wife and I have been struggling the last few weeks since she lost her job and we normally don't use the food bank as people need it way more then us, but it couldn't be avoided. The young man in the red coveralls and handle bar mustache made me feel welcome and took some of that stigma away. I really appreciate him and the rest of the food bank crew who helped us stay fed this month
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kelly D. 9 months ago on Google
    What can I say? This place is pretty darn awesome. It has helped me many times when I've needed it and it continues to grow in the right direction. More organized, better selection of foods and everyone there is so friendly. The continued changes benefit all.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Heather A. 10 months ago on Google
    The people that works/volunteers are sweet people. There is a lady that works there. I call her "Ms. B" cuz I can't pronounce her name but everytime I go there, she always asks how me and my son is doing. She basically watched my son grow.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kitherine V. 2 years ago on Google
    A great resource when you need it. Food stamps don't always cut it unfortunately especially with the rising food costs. Used to volunteer here and donate through school, and now I come here when I go through rough patches. Thanks.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Khalil Sadiq (. 2 years ago on Google
    This is hands down the best food bank that I have ever known. There is no income requirement so anyone that needs food can get food. You even get to choose a lot of what you get. But what makes it really work is the staff that seem to go out of their way to get people food they will actually eat... with a smile on their faces.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Deb O. 1 year ago on Google
    This is the best food bank I've ever used. The people there are so kind and helpful. Thank you ❤️
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Tony M. 10 months ago on Google
    Get there early or there is a shortage. Long line moved fast. Many helpful volunteers.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ryan T. 9 months ago on Google
    Lots of healthy options, and caring workers. Thank you all
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rose W. 5 months ago on Google
    It is good to know that there is someplace you can go when you are in a bad spot where people will help you in any way they can without making anyone feel bad about their situation (everyone has bad days, sometimes those days take months and even years to correct for). While everyone I spoke to or interacted with was fantastic, I want to give a special thanks to Berenice and Will.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cassie T. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing resource, freindly people. A great collaboration of communal volunteer and donation efforts. Very vital and much appreciated business.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Erin H. 1 year ago on Google
    Well here's the deal, if you go to a food bank the food is free! So that's great! There's no other way to put it like if you didn't have food before and then you had food then then you had food!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 1 I. 1 year ago on Google
    This food bank has saved my life and restored at least some faith in mankind's potential for grace. All workers here are angels and the businesses donating food need to know their gifts are appreciated. The Summertime harvests from the Olympia Food garden are awesome! I have been enjoying the radishes, corn on the cob, lettuce, rhubarb, carrots, and sweet potatoes. Is there a published list of donating businesses and agencies?
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Douglas Shults (. 2 years ago on Google
    If you ever need some help with your food go there good people make you feel comfortable
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bryan H. 2 years ago on Google
    Quick sign in my car. Groceries were packed into my backseat by courteous kind community members. Lots of staples and even some 😋.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tenecia S. 2 years ago on Google
    I LOVE THIS PLACE!!! I volunteer here a few times a week or as I can and EVERYONE is amazing, compassionate, and a team player. TCFB is a great place to volunteer at and the nonjudgmental attitudes, selfless behavior and diversity make coming back easy. There is no income requirement and EVERYONE is welcomed. TO EVERYONE AT THE TCFB: Thank you for supporting the community and building relationships with the people. What you do DOESN'T go unnoticed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Taylor N. 7 months ago on Google
    The homelessness and mental health of some of the people just doesn't make you feel safe going here especially with children under 5. I won't go back in with my family. Staff and volunteers are very nice and hard working.

  • 4/5 Bonnie H. 5 months ago on Google
    This food bank has been re-formatted. Much easier flow than before. Although I didn't appreciate not being able to sit while in line, as I am disabled.

  • 5/5 David R. 4 months ago on Google
    Great people working hard to help.others ... this kind of volunteerism and sense of compassion is an example of kind depth of character worth emulating by all

  • 4/5 Bonnie W. 7 months ago on Google
    They have fresh veggies (most of the time). Most of the volunteers are nice. Usually have a good selection of food for everyone.

  • 5/5 Jamie L. 8 months ago on Google
    Helpful and kind. A no nonsense way of dealing with the numbers of people that come through. Lots of fresh produce.

  • 5/5 Ashley A. 1 year ago on Google
    I cant say enough how friendly and helpful everyone here is if you need some help do not be afraid to reach out to them

  • 5/5 Mad H. 1 year ago on Google
    A wonderful place full of wonderful caring people if you need help this is the place to go

  • 5/5 Ryan R. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is really well run. Efficient. Food that you actually want to eat. Volunteers are friendly.

  • 4/5 Stephen G. 1 year ago on Google
    I went down to Olympia food bank for Thanksgiving 2022.I hadn't been there in a long time.I was very pleased with employees and selection.I felt blessed and it made a good Thanksgiving this year! THANKS.

  • 4/5 DJ D-Phoenix (DJ D. 1 year ago on Google
    They're friendly, they're helpful for the most part. They definitely meet the needs of the less fortunate here in town, so I can't give them a bad review.

  • 5/5 Christina Marie S. 1 year ago on Google
    They really hook you up with food. Back in Texas the food banks sucked. I love this one

  • 4/5 Rob W. 1 year ago on Google
    They have streamlined the experience making it much quicker and easier to get the supplemental food you need when times are tough

  • 2/5 Adam 1 year ago on Google
    I've never experienced so many "snot rockets" when waiting in a line. The food available was ok. The main problem is keeping the clientele at bay until its their time to go through. Line up at least an hour to an hour and a half if you want to get in soon after they open. Extremely long line outside if you get there "on time".

  • 5/5 Regina D. 2 years ago on Google
    What a great group of people to help those in need always friendly and helpful!

  • 5/5 Dawna R. 2 years ago on Google
    They now have a walk up and a drive up,the food is fresher than ever before and they even load it into your car for you.


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Amenities


  • Activities
    • ✓️ Accepting food donations
    • ✓️ Accepting new volunteers
    • ✓️ Accepting monetary donations
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Meal service
    • ✓️ Drive-through
    • ✓️ Curbside pickup

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