Spokane City Council Hosts A Community Food Drive

The Spokane City Council and city employees are launching a community food drive from October 15 to December 15 to benefit the Zilch and Bite2Go programs, which aim to alleviate food insecurity among local children. Zilch collects food items for immediate distribution to small food pantries, while Bite2Go supplies nutritious weekend meals to K-12 students in Spokane. Council Member Paul Dillon expressed gratitude for the initiative, noting its importance in fostering dignity and stability for families. Bite2Go reports that one in five local children faces hunger, which negatively affects their ability to learn in school. Donations of non-perishable food and monetary contributions are encouraged, with drop boxes located at City Hall.

Council Member Michael Cathcart highlighted the opportunity for community members to contribute while attending council meetings or paying utility bills. Financial contributions can be made through a secure QR code linked to Bite2Go at 2nd Harvest, ensuring donor confidentiality. This food drive aims to ensure that no child in the community goes hungry, supporting both student retention and long-term community health.