Sold Out! September 24, 2026 Luncheon
A Place at our Table There is no doubt that Together We Nourish! We’re excited to announce that Nourish Pierce County’s annual community luncheon, A Place at Our Table, is officially Sold Out! This special gathering celebrates the collective impact of neighbors, partners, volunteers, advocates, and donors who help ensure everyone in Pierce County has…
In the Face of Uncertainty, Nourish Will Be There
July 3, 2025 Dear Friends, Partners, and Supporters, At Nourish Pierce County, we see every day how hard life can be for our clients. They already make impossible choices — this bill makes those choices even harder. It threatens the very safety nets that help our neighbors stay fed, housed, and healthy. It will drive…
Feeding Hope: Wendy and Scott Bream’s Story of Service with Nourish
In the quiet, tree-lined streets of Tacoma’s North End, Wendy and Scott Bream are a couple who don’t just talk about making a difference—they get in the truck and do it. Several times a month, you’ll find them on the road as part of the grocery rescue team for the Northwest Food Bank, a vital…
Message from the CEO – Urgent Need for Support
Dear friends, supporters, and community members, Federal food assistance exists to ensure that no one in America goes hungry. But recent cuts to USDA commodity food under The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) will have devastating consequences for the thousands of food-insecure individuals who rely on Nourish Pierce County. As a network that serves 67% of…
In Memory of Barb, Stephanie, and Jon
At Edgewood Nourish Food Bank, our volunteers are more than just helpers—they are family. Whether they serve daily, weekly, or whenever they can, each person who walks through our doors quickly becomes part of something bigger. Over the years, we have celebrated life’s joys together—births, graduations, marriages—and supported one another through hardships. Recently, we have…
Volunteer Highlight – Lily
Lily began volunteering at Nourish Pierce County’s Graham/South Hill food bank in the summer of 2024. As a high school junior, Lily was interested in gaining experience and volunteer hours as she prepares to apply to colleges. Mary Jo, Lily’s grandma and long-time Nourish volunteer, suggested Lily join her at the food bank. Shortly after…
Your Support is Urgently Needed
Hello, I hope this message finds you well. Today, I’m reaching out to share some important news—and a critical request for your help. For the past decade, Nourish has been honored to partner with the City of Tacoma, working together to support thousands of families in need. Through the challenges of growth, transitions, and even…
Fall Luncheon: SAVE THE DATE
Join us at noon on Tuesday, September 10 for our annual luncheon, A Place at Our Table at the Hotel Murano. Come be inspired and raise funds for those facing hunger in our community. Doors open: 11:30 a.m.Program: Noon – 1 p.m.Admission: While the luncheon is free, a request for donations will be made.
Nourish and EFN focus of story in The News Tribune
Nourish Pierce County CEO Sue Potter and Michelle Douglas of Emergency Food Network were interviewed by The News Tribune for a story on the rise in food bank use in the first quarter of 2024.
Nourish in the UW Tacoma Student Magazine, The Tacoma Ledger
Professor Christine Stevens was interviewed about the role of the Nourish Mobile Food Bank in addressing food insecurity and fostering community connections. Read more here.
