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PRESENTED BYNorthwest HarvestThe Rescue Mission

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Conference EXTRAS!

BINGOBINGO cards for Thursday & Friday will be distributed each morning. Get to know your fellow conference participants and gain a coveted chance to win a special door prize. This is what’s known as a “cover all” (no, we don’t mean article of clothing). Fill in all of your BINGO squares then turn in the card at the podium to enter a drawing for the day’s special prize.

District BasketsA time-honored WFC tradition returns. District Baskets are no ordinary door prize; they’re visual representations of local pride and they may just be edible. Door prize tickets are earned for attending some meals and sessions, for turning in evaluations and maybe at other random times. District Baskets will be on display in the Centennial Ballroom.Baskets are ra!ed at random times and in random order so enter early and often.

" Bonus! Earn 2 ra!e tickets every time you post something on social networking about the conference. Tag us on Facebook or use #WFCConf2012 on Twitter. Come to the registration desk to show us your post and collect your tickets.

About Washington Food CoalitionWe believe that no one in Washington state should go hungry and we share together in the vision of a strong emergency food system.

For 20 years, the Washington Food Coalition has brought together food banks, emergency meal providers, distribution centers, agencies and growers to tackle hunger, share best practices and advocate for programs in our communities – from Puget Sound to Yakima Valley to Spokane and everywhere in between.

Through its statewide membership, Washington Food Coalition members find practical solutions to common challenges. The Coalition draws on the strength and reach of its membership to equip, educate and empower everyone working to end hunger in our state. Washington Food Coalition members represent 14 districts covering all of Washington State. Our Board of Directors is elected out of our general membership.

Have a question? We’ll try to answer it.Have an idea? We’d love to hear it.Want to help fight hunger? Let us know.

OFFICE: 206.729.0501 or toll-free 877.729.0501 | FAX: 206.729.0504 PO Box 95752 | Seattle, WA 98145EMAIL: [email protected] | WEB: WaFoodCoalition.org

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WASHINGTON FOOD COALITION 2012 CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

Presented by

Bank of America Northwest Harvest The Rescue Mission

Wednesday, October 3 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Washington Food Coalition Board of Directors Meeting 12:00 to 5:00 pm Registration in Lobby 12:00 to 6:00 pm ServSafe® Training in East Room

2:00 to 5:00 pm ClientCard FB3 Training in West Room 2:30 to 3:45 pm Short Tour Session 1 Tour A: Chelan Estate Winery (must be 21 or older)

Tour B: Chelan Fresh 2:30 to 5:30 pm Long Tour Session (previous reservation required for cider tasting) Orondo Cider Works & Orondo Food Bank 3:45 to 5:30 pm Short Tour Session 2 Tour A: The Sunshine Farm & Tunnel Hill Winery (must be 21 or older) Tour B: Field Gleaning Project 5:30 to 7:00 pm Welcome Reception in Stehekin A Thursday, October 4

8:00 to 9:00 am Registration & Breakfast in Foyer & Centennial Ballroom 9:00 to 10:00 am Welcome & Keynote Presentation: Jim Weill in Centennial Ballroom 10:15 to 11:45 am Breakout Sessions � Page 5 12:00 to 12:45 pm Lunch in Centennial Ballroom 12:45 to 2:15 pm Breakout Sessions � Page 6 2:30 to 3:30 pm Roundtable Sessions � Page 10 3:45 to 5:15 pm Breakout Sessions � Page 7 6:15 to 7:30 pm Dinner on the Patio on the Terrace (previous reservation required)

8:00 pm Bonfire on the beach Friday, September 16

8:00 to 9:00 am Registration & Breakfast in Foyer & Centennial Ballroom 9:00 to 9:45 am Keynote Presentation: Brian Reich in Centennial Ballroom 10:00 to 11:15 am Breakout Sessions � Page 8 11:30 am to 12:45 pm Breakout Sessions � Page 9 12:45 to 1:30 pm Lunch in Centennial Ballroom 1:30 to 2:00 pm Door Prizes, Closing Remarks in Centennial Ballroom


Local ToursWednesday Afternoon

3:45pm to 5:30pm

Short Tour Session 2Tour A: The Sunshine Farm & Tunnel Hill Winery (must be 21 or older)The Sunshine Farm is a real working farm, orchard, and winery that specializes in providing perfectly-ripened fruit, just-picked organic veggies, and estate-crafted wines. The farm is a fourth-generation family farm located on the south shore of Lake Chelan. What began as 100 acres of Red Delicious apples, farmed as a monoculture and shipped all over the word, has been transformed into a diverse farm serving mostly local markets. The tour includes the farm, orchard, and vineyard, as well as a visit to the stone cottage winery and tastes of their wonderful estate wines.

Tour B: Field Gleaning ProjectWe are excited to o#er a gleaning project to our selection of tours this year, and Chelan is the perfect place. We will work together to collect leftover crops. This is a great opportunity to support the local community and have fun together while learning about the opportunities o#ered by gleaning.

2:30pm to 5:30pm

Long Tour SessionOrondo Food Bank & Orondo Cider WorksVisit the Orondo Food Bank where we will see the operations for the 98433 Zip code, which includes approximately 800 deliverable addresses. In the beginning, the Orondo Food Bank made distributions from a private residence until it was sold and operations were suspended. Now they distribute from the Orondo Community Church where they serve an average 50 families per month. Learn how they support the local community.

Orondo Cider Works grows and sells fruit and uses clear water, sunshine, and their fresh fruit to make amazing cider. The tour includes a ride through the orchard on a custom made apple-bin train, a view of cider pressing, and a taste of fresh-pressed cider with your own tasty donut. Fun and tasty.

2:30pm to 3:45pm

Short Tour Session 1 Tour A:Chelan Estate Winery (must be 21 or older)Owners Bob and Mary Broderick invite you to their South Shore winery and vineyard to enjoy beautiful views of Lake Chelan, a tour of the vineyard, and tastes of their Estate grown Pinot Noir and Merlot, Chardonnay and Viognier. They provide personal service with a passion for wine.

Tour B: Chelan FreshChelan Fresh is one of WA State’s largest marketers of fresh fruit with est. annual sales of 10,000,000 boxes of apples; 1,000,000 pears; 2,000,000 cherries; and 350,000 boxes of stone fruit. They serve over 419 growers, including Chelan Fruit Cooperative and Gebbers Farms. We will visit the Chelan Fruit apple warehouse, see the operations, hear about food safety and more.

For all tours: meet next to registration table 10 minutes prior to tour start time to join tour group and coordinate caravan.


Keynote Speakers Thursday & Friday Morning

Thursday, 9:00 am: Jim Weill Keynote PresentationEven in hard times, America is certainly rich enough to end hunger in our midst. Why do we still have so much hunger, and what does that tell us about our society and its politics? What are the consequences, and what are the cures? What practical solutions at the national, state and community-level – achieved through services and advocacy – will start putting to end this scourge?

Friday, 9:00 am: Brian Reich Keynote PresentationWe’re at an exciting moment in the social change world, where because of technological innovation there is a whole new breed of nonprofits a#ecting change. We now live in a connected society - which provides us unprecedented opportunities to solve complex problems as never before. For hunger relief, in particular, that means every action we take can move us one step closer to finding a solution to food insecurity -- or have the opposite impact. To solve these problems, and take advantage of the resources and opportunities available in a connected society, organizations must change how they think and operate. It is more important than ever for nonprofits to focus on shaping policy, building capacity, developing talent, improving their communications and engagement e#orts, and developing partnerships for organizational success. We must go way beyond just raising awareness and money if we are going to achieve our goals. Does the hunger relief community have the innovative mindset necessary to succeed in a connected society? We know, everyone knows - that change is hard. What does innovation in the nonprofit sector look like? What should it look like for the hunger relief community specifically? How can we address the most critical issues facing our society - and achieve the meaningful, measurable results we all desire?

Key To Reading Conference Session Topics You will notice color codes on each workshop session in the Conference Guide. This is intended to guide your conference selections, and assure a great variety of topics are covered in every session of the conference. Keep in mind, the key topics are highlighted for each session, but you are certain to get much more out of each workshop than just the highlighted topics!

Best Practices for Food ProgramsTechnical AssistanceNutritionProgram ManagementSafetyCommunity Engagement


LOCATION: PARK ROOM

SESSION:PRESENTED BY:


LOCATION: RIVER ROOM

LOCATION: EAST/WEST ROOM


LOCATION: STEHEKIN A


LOCATION: STEHEKIN B



Building A Nonprofit MovementAlison McCa!ree, Washington Nonprofits

Be engaged by a talk about the strengths, capabilities, challenges and needs of nonprofits across Washington State. Washington Nonprofits was launched last year to collaborate across fields of services and to coordinate and strengthen the work of the sector. Learn about the movement to increase the ability, respect and influence of Washington’s nonprofit sector. Alison will talk of how to get involved and make a di#erence for your organization and the entire sector.

The 2012 Farm Bill - Why It Matters to Hungry People in WashingtonJim Weill, Food Research & Action CenterLinda Stone, Children’s AllianceChristina Wong, Northwest HarvestGina Clark, Food Lifeline

Join national and state advocates in a conversation about the 2012 Farm Bill: what it means to Washington, creative ways to send members of Congress messages to protect SNAP, what happens if no Farm Bill passes this year, and ways to stay connected to e#orts to ensure a strong national nutrition safety net.

Cooking Up Community - Nutrition Education in Emergency Food Programs Jessica Powers, WHY Hunger

Emergency food providers can positively influence the health outcomes of their guests by sourcing and distributing healthy foods and promoting nutrition education. Based on extensive research and a recently published guide to innovative programs, this workshop will look at exciting strategies in nutrition education. By sharing models with a broader audience, we hope to amplify the work of grassroots organizations and to inspire participants to engage in dialogue about challenges and successes. WHY Hunger is interested in engaging emergency food providers to make commitments to source healthy, fresh foods and incorporate nutrition education into their work.

How to E"ectively Friendraise and FundraiseRick Jump, White Center Food BankAnn Kendall, White Center Food BankSusie Burdick, Hearing Speech and Deafness Center

Rick Jump and Ann Kendall of the White Center Food Bank will share how to develop donors for your organization. Learn how to make an e#ective “ask,” what level of support to ask for, and how to build on-going relations with previous and potential supporters. Susie Burdick will also join to provide some best practices on e#ective stewardship and cultivation of donors.

Everyone at the Table - Community Food Security Sharon Thornberry, Oregon Food Bank

There is a new approach to ending hunger: Community Food Systems Organizing! Oregon Food Bank has facilitated over 30 events in Oregon, Idaho & Washington with over 1200 participants. Come to this workshop to learn how rural communities are using their vision and plan to make significant changes in their local food systems. You will learn about an innovative community organizing event, FEAST (Food-Education-Agriculture-Solutions-Together) and Community Conversations. We will also discuss how Hunger Free Communities have improved the coordination of hunger relief activities and improved services to those in need. We will end with a discussion about ways that you can use community

organizing to ease the burden on our emergency food system.

Thursday Workshop Descriptions|

10:15am-11:45am |

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LOCATION: PARK ROOM


ClientcardFB3 has new features for tracking volunteer hours, using barcodes to record client services, recording electronic signatures, capturing pounds directly from a scale, managing a fresh market with a points system, printing a customized service menu, and tracking home deliveries. Hear from the food banks that are already using these features and find out how you can access this free software system.

Taking Advantage of ClientCardFB3 Advanced Features Ken Craig, ClientCardFB3

In this session, Food $ense instructors will treat participants to a live demo of the cooking classes they o#er through the Food $ense program (samples included!). Rhonda and Brandi keep it “light” when teaching clients how to prepare low-fat meals using inexpensive ingredients and items that are commonly included in emergency food boxes. The upbeat social atmosphere makes Food Sense classes a draw for a variety of struggling families and low-income seniors, who might otherwise feel uncomfortable accessing help. During class, instructors cook a main dish for everyone to sample, while o#ering hints about food safety. You’ll also learn how easy it is to replicate this best practice at your own food program.

What’s Cookin’ - How To Host A Cooking Demo Rhonda Hause, WSU Food $ense Brandi Anderson, WSU Food $ense

We’ve brought together innovative leaders in the farm to food bank movement to present this workshop. You will learn some of the basics of starting the process to tap into the local food stream and bring fresh food into your program. You’ll also learn some of the best methods to build a sustainable program focused on cultivation of community and local food. If you’ve ever wished you had more fresh or frozen food available at your food program, you won’t want to miss this session.

Keep It Fresh Heather Sundean, Thurston County Food Bank Michelle Benetua, Lettuce Link Max Morange, Bellingham Food Bank

The Science and Art of Grant Writing Katie Howard, KH Consulting


12:45pm-2:15pm |

Shelley Rotondo of Northwest Harvest and Susie Burdick of the Hearing Speech and Deafness Center share their insight on how to build a dynamic Board of Directors. Learn how to build diversity, recruit, train and support your agency’s board so that its members are engaged, excited and active in supporting your work.

Developing an All Star Board Shelley Rotondo, Northwest Harvest Susie Burdick, Hearing Speech and Deafness Center

Do grants feel like a magic source of money that you’ll never be able to access? The process of developing a strong, compliant grant proposal can often feel like an uncertain venture that can leave us feeling overwhelmed and confused. The purpose of this class is to demystify the grant proposal process. We’ll review the proposal lifecycle, from research to submission, and review some of the top mistakes people make when preparing their proposals. We’ll also examine short excerpts from proposals. This class is especially intended for people new to the grant writing arena, people who have struggled to win grants in the past, and people who feel timid about writing.

LOCATION: PARK ROOM











Harvest Against Hunger Lessons From Around WashingtonBenjamin Rasmus, Rotary First HarvestHarvest Against Hunger Americorps*VISTA Panel

Harvest Against Hunger, a statewide project of Rotary First Harvest, is now in its third full year of partnering with the federally funded AmeriCorps*VISTA project. This year, HAH placed 11 Harvest VISTA at hunger relief organizations across Washington State. Each Harvest VISTA is developing sustainable produce recovery projects to benefit food banks. Additionally HAH has added a Summer VISTA Associate program, in which 11 additional AmeriCorps members worked 10-weeks to start or sustain community gardens. Come hear about the amazing projects these VISTA are doing across Washington!

The Real Deal on Summer Meals - Tips & Tricks to Make it WorkClaire Lane, WithinReachSue Waldin, WithinReachPanel of Presenters from Summer Meals Sites

This workshop will highlight food bank [and other non-school-based] Summer Meals programs with practical, hands-on tips and tricks so your food program can help feed kids in the summer. We will talk about what it really takes to be a successful sponsor, and how your food bank can help other organizations in your community reach more kids and families next summer, even if you don’t choose to be a sponsor. You will receive tangible, practical tools and tips to help out your community.

How To Have A Successful Disaster Tracy Connelly, City of Seattle

This class will provide you with the information and tools you need to be better prepared. The class is focused more on empowering participants to become prepared, as opposed to the “doom and gloom” approach that has been used over the years. You will hear personal stories of how and why preparedness works, when it is done right. It will be delivered with humor and you WILL walk out of this session being better prepared.

Senior Hunger - A Hidden & Growing ProblemMartha Peppones, Senior Services of Snohomish CountyMike Cohen, Bellingham Food Bank

Learn why hunger amongst our nation’s senior citizens is a growing issue in our communities and look at strategies for how emergency food providers can help. Also learn about a new best practice to meet the needs of senior hunger.

5th Annual Film Festival Joe Gruber, University District Food Bank

Take a breather from the amazing workshops at the conference and kick back for a movie viewing session comprised of inspirational and informative food-based films right at the conference center.


3:45pm-5:15pm |










LOCATION: PARK ROOM


The CauseLab is the “action-tank” where people can participate in developing powerful and impactful ideas around the challenge of ending hunger. The goal is for this workshop/session to serve as the initial spark for an ongoing project that focuses on innovation and broader engagement in the movement to end hunger. We will focus on three challenges: - Defining and building a Hunger Free Community of the Future - Humanizing and applying the data - Advancing local advocacy

CauseLab on Ending Hunger Brian Reich, little m media

This workshop will cover all the basics of the SNAP program (food stamps), from how and why it began to how you can help families in need access this resource. We’ll start with a video presentation explain ing the program’s inception and hear from experts on how to understand eligibility and connect clients with this federal nutrition program.

History of Basic Food (“food stamps”) and Application of Outreach Liz Jaquette, WithinReach Erin Milliren, WithinReach Joan Marie, Food Stamp Outreach Volunteer

Volunteers are the fuel for many organizations’ crucial programming. But volunteers are increasingly coming in all ages and ranges, so how do you connect with them all? We will look at the new trends that connect you with young up-and-coming volunteers as well as exploring the new strategies that are needed to successfully attract the Baby Boomer generation into our world of non-profit volunteerism.Come ready to share questions as well as ideas on how to make the most of volunteers of all ages.

From Babies to Boomers - Mobilizing Volunteers of All Ages Scott Hallett, Council on Aging Jami Willard, Northwest Harvest Jennifer Chew, Northwest Harvest

In this session, participants will hear from a panel of meal providers on their tried and true practices of how to make their program a success. This panel will include practices from a large shelter program, a sack lunch meal program, and a food bank also o#ering meals. Come ready to steal ideas and ask questions on how these models could work in your community. Whether you currently run a meal program or you are considering starting one, you will find tips to take and use.

Set The Table - Meal Program Best Practices Russell McKenzie, Spokane Union Gospel Mission Kate Murphy, Hunger Intervention Program

Searching for a compelling way to talk about the need for your program? It often takes both hard facts and succinct personal stories. Data and statistics on hunger in your community can strengthen your story, but with a variety of reports available, it can be di$cult to know which pieces of information to use where and how to find them. Gina Clark will be discussing several sources of information including the nation-wide Map the Meal Gap, Hunger in America, and Missing Meals, as well as how to utilize the data you collect in your own agency to best advocate for your programs.

Telling Stories with Numbers and Faces Gina Clark, Food Lifeline

Friday Workshop Descriptions|

10:00am-11:15am |

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10:00am-11:15am |

Food Safety Session Janet Anderberg, Department of Health

This presentation will take you by the hand and lead you through the life of your lunch from the time it is walking around on the farm until it is served to you on a plate. The normal hazards encountered along the way will be detailed using a participatory/group process where the risks will be evaluated and control measures provided as well. One of the most fascinating things is that the risks change when the preparation changes. When you see how the ‘pathogen of concern’ changes along the way, you will realize that you understand some fairly complicated microbiology...better than you thought you could. Basically, this presentation will show you how the science of food safety impacts your daily life.

And...you will never look at your lunch the same way again.

Learn Google Tools and Make Them Work For You!NPower Americorps*VISTA Team

Join the hands-on workshop to learn how to use Google Docs, Google Analytics, and Google Forms in addition to other FREE tools available to nonprofits enrolled in the Google for Nonprofits Program. Hands on exercises, reviews of nonprofit case studies, and tips and tricks will help you make the most out of Google technology while serving your communities. Bonus feature includes learning how to get up to $10,000 worth of free advertising every month through Google Grants.

De-Escalation WorkshopCurt Lutz, Chelan County Regional Jail Director

Keep things calm! Have you wondered what to do when there are conflicts between your clients? Have you ever felt unsafe while doing your work? Maintain a safe and supportive environment by learning practical de-escalation skills appropriate for emergency food service situations. The skills can be used with clients, volunteers, and sta#.

Languages of Appreciation Shari Tastad, Pathways Coaching

Volunteers can be both the easiest and the hardest team members to encourage and to show appreciation. Most have a sense of calling and are motivated by a sincere desire to serve others AND they still need to feel appreciated! Learning the Languages of Appreciation can decrease burnout rates and increase motivation and satisfaction for non-profit organizations.


11:30am-12:45pm |

Our talented presenters will lead a conversation to review outcomes and pilot projects from the four Harvest Against Hunger Area Summits. These summits brought together hunger relief agencies and local farmers to examine areas for potential growth. This session will be an opportunity to collectively prioritize projects and recruit volunteers to develop pilot models. Help shape the future of the

emergency food system.

Harvest Against Hunger Review & Next Steps Julie Washburn, Washington Food Coalition Joe Bippert, WSDA Food Assistance Programs David Bobanick, Rotary First Harvest

Roundtable SessionsThursday 2:30pm-3:30pm

Alphabet Soup: Doing the WSDA FAP in East/West Room Facilitator: WSDA Food Assistance Programs Sta"Learn about new reporting requirements and get a refresher on some old policies & procedures for WSDA’s Food Assistance Programs (EFAP,TEFAP & CSFP), as well as ask questions about any relevant topic on your mind.

How to Steal Good Ideas in River Room Facilitator: Julie Washburn, Washington Food Coalition & Bonnie Baker, Northwest HarvestJoin us to explore the newest and greatest ideas across Washington in hunger relief. Access the latest training manuals and materials. Bring your own best practices and come ready to learn a new idea!

Advocacy “How-To”s in Stehekin A Facilitator: Robert Coit, Thurston County Food BankAre you interested in advocating for hunger relief but don’t know where to start? Join the discussion to ask questions and gain tools to e#ectively use your voice to help the cause of hunger relief.

Help! My Phone is Smarter Than I Am in Stehekin B Facilitator: Kris Van Gasken, Des Moines Area Food Bank/WFC Board President & Joan Marie, Des Moines Area Food BankWhat can’t a smartphone do nowadays? Join us to learn top tips on how to put your phone to work for your agency (and your life) and feel free to share your best tricks with others.

Can I Get The Money? in Park Room Facilitator: Katie Howard, KH Consulting & Barb Houston-Shimizu, South King County Food CoalitionHave a seasoned grant expert look over an LOI or a 2-page grant application excerpt from your agency and provide valuable insight on what works, what doesn’t, and what’s missing. Also, bring application guidelines from the funder you are pursuing!

On The Same Page Book Club in Centennial Ballroom Facilitator: Joe Gruber, University District Food BankJoin us for our first ever book club! We will be discussing the book Shift & Reset, written by our Friday Keynote Speaker Brian Reich. Even if you didn’t get a chance to read it ahead of time, you will certainly still be able to enjoy the conversation and learn how to take advantage of new methods in our ultra-connected society.

Everything You Need to Know About SNAP in Centennial Ballroom Facilitator: John Camp, DSHSThe Food Policy Administrator will speak about SNAP eligibility, caseload growth, money issued, and impact on the economy and some of the things we’re working on to engage seniors, like the standard medical deduction and hot meals for SSI and elderly households. The Mobile CSO Administrator will share some of the experiences on the Mobile CSO over the past two years and how it’s helped to provide a DSHS presence in underserved communities, respond to people’s needs in event of disaster, and reach people that haven’t access benefits through our traditional methods.



Thank You Conference Sponsors!Premier Corporate Presenting Sponsor

Northwest Harvest is a non-profit food bank distributor operating statewide in Washington with a network of more than 350 food banks, meal programs and high-need elementary schools. Founded in 1967, our mission is to provide

nutritious food to hungry people statewide in a manner that respects their dignity while fighting to eliminate hunger. Our vision is that ample nutritious food is available to everyone in Washington State. Last year we distributed more

than 26 million pounds of food—1.7 million meals each month. We also operate the state’s busiest food bank on Cherry Street in Seattle and collaborate on long-term solutions to end hunger and poverty.

The Rescue Mission is a not-for-profit organization headquartered in Tacoma, Washington. Guided by its Christian heritage and belief in the human spirit, the Rescue Mission works with people at all stages of addiction, homelessness or other life challenges, o#ering proven services, support and facilities. Originally founded in 1912 to serve homeless men in Tacoma, the Rescue Mission has grown to serve women and children in all parts of Pierce County with six

di#erent locations.

This conference is made possible by funds from the WSDA Emergency Food Assistance Program

In response to pressing challenges facing individuals and families across the country, Bank of America is lending, investing and giving to help create economically vibrant communities that are better places in which to live and do

business. We provide philanthropic support to address needs vital to the health of our communities through a focus on preserving neighborhoods, educating the workforce for 21st century jobs and addressing critical needs, such as

hunger. To create greater impact we leverage a powerful combination of local and national funding and volunteerism, both addressing community needs and supporting the passion of our employees. These activities help create a ripple

e#ect of positive change across the country.

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Northwest Harvest wants to thank YOU!

Last year, your help allowed Northwest Harvest to distribute nearly 26 million pounds of food

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Working together made it possible.

THANK YOU!

The Rescue Mission is a not-for-profit organization headquartered in Tacoma, Washington. Guided by their belief in the human spirit, the Rescue Mission works with people at all stages of addiction, homelessness or other life challenges, o!ering proven services, support and facilities. Originally founded in 1912 to serve homeless men in Tacoma, the Rescue Mission has grown to serve women and children in all parts of Pierce County with six di!erent locations.

This past year we served 297,778 meals, and provided 177,098 bed nights for wen, women, and children experiencing homelessness in Pierce County. We need your help to serve even more. Donate online today at Rescue-Mission.org >

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Dinner SponsorSouth King County Food Coalition

Founded in 1983, the South King County Food Coalition is comprised of 12 food banks serving urban, rural and suburban communities. Collectively, member agencies serve over 13,000 di#erent families in need in South King County each month. Working together, we’ve achieved

a minimum standard unit of service so all clients in the region are assured of a nutritionally balanced food selection. Member agencies collaborate through a number of projects, including shared transportation, joint grant writing, bulk food purchases, emergency preparedness,

and shared food donations.

Lunch SponsorEmergency Food Network

The Emergency Food Network has been working since 1982 “to provide a reliable food supply so that no person in Pierce County goes hungry.” Each month in Pierce County, more than 140,000 people seek emergency food assistance. We provide food and other essentials at no cost to over 65 food banks, hot meal sites and shelters for distribution to low-income families and individuals.

Lunch SponsorSalvation Army - Clark County

The Stop Hunger Warehouse is the regional food distribution center for Clark County emergency food supplies. Supports food pantries with regular shipments of donated and purchased food supplies and many others with miscellaneous and incidental services. Last year, the warehouse distributed more than 2 1/2 million pounds of food.

Breakfast SponsorFood Lifeline

Food Lifeline feeds hungry people. By collecting donations of food from restaurants, grocery stores, farmers and manufacturers and distributing it to nearly 300 neighborhood food banks and meal programs across western Washington, we put over 27 million meals a year on the tables of people in need.

Breakfast SponsorPhiladelphia Insurance Companies

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Partner Sponsors:Blue Mountain Action Council

Seattle Food CommitteeChildren’s Alliance

HopelinkTeam Crowell

Snack Sponsor: KIND Bars

Patron SponsorVolunteers of America Western Washington

Patron SponsorRotary First Harvest

Thank You Conference Sponsors!

The Washington Food Coalition Board of Directors thanks

you for coming. See you next year!

District 14: Je"erson, Mason, Clallam & Kitsap Counties

Hoyt BurrowsCentral Kitsap Food Bank

District 13: Grays Harbor & Pacific Counties

Anthony AirhartCoastal Harvest

Vicki PetittCoastal Community Action

District 12: Cowlitz, Clark, Wahkiakum, Klickitat & Skama-

nia Counties

Nancy WilsonInter-Faith Treasure House

James FitzgeraldThe Salvation Army

District 11: Lewis & Thurston Counties

Robin RudyTenino Community Service

Center

Kellie McNellyROOF Community Services

District 10: Pierce County

Helen McGovernEmergency Food Network

Kevin Glackin-ColeySt. Leo’s Food Connection

District 9: King County

Joe GruberUniversity District Food Bank

Yvonne PitrofVashon Maury Community Food

Bank

District 8: Skagit, Snohomish, Island, San Juan & Whatcom

Counties

Leann GeigerVOA Western Washington

Dell DeierlingMarysville Food Bank

District 7: Walla Walla, Colum-bia, Garfield & Asotin Counties

Kathy CoveyBlue Mountain Action Council

Wendy GonzalezHelpline Walla Walla

District 6: Benton & Franklin Counties

John NeillTri-Cities Food Bank

District 5: Yakima & Kittitas Counties

Lisa HallNorthwest Harvest

JoAnn RushtonHope Source

District 4: Spokane & Whitman Counties

Connie NelsonSpokane Valley Partners

Suzy McNeillyCouncil on Aging & Human

Services

District 3: Grant, Lincoln & Ad-ams Counties

Peny ArcherCommunity Services of Moses

Lake

Scott KilpatrickCommunity Services of Moses

Lake

District 2: Chelan, Douglas & Okanogan Counties

Bob SouleChelan-Douglas Community

Action Center

District 1: Ferry, Pend Oreille, & Stevens Counties

Roger TrappRural Resources Community

Action

Dan SpeareRural Resources Community

Action

Executive O#cers

Kris Van Gasken, ChairDes Moines Area Food Bank

Robert Coit, Past ChairThurston County Food Bank

Helen McGovern, Vice ChairEmergency Food Network

Yvonne Pitrof, TreasurerVashon Maury Community

Food Bank

Nancy Wilson, SecretaryInter-Faith Treasure House

At-Large Board MembersScott Hallett

Council on Aging & Human ServcsShayne Kraemer

Meals Partnership CoalitionDorothy PalmerColville TribesBonnie Baker

Northwest HarvestDavid Bobanick

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Convention Center Maps

The River Room and Park Room are across the street from

the Bistro next to the spa


Documents

Washington Food Coalition 2012 Conference Guide