Spokane City Council Hosts A Community Food Drive

Spokane City Council and city employees are launching a community food drive from October 15 to December 15 to support the Zilch and Bite2Go programs, which address food insecurity in the region. Zilch collects food for immediate distribution through local pantries, while Bite2Go provides weekend meals for K-12 students. Council Member Paul Dillon emphasized the broader impact of this initiative, stating that one in five children faces hunger daily, which affects their ability to learn. Donations of non-perishable food and monetary contributions can be made at designated drop boxes in City Hall or via a QR code for secure online donations. Council Member Michael Cathcart encouraged community participation, linking donations to civic engagement opportunities like council meetings.

The food drive not only aims to alleviate hunger but also supports long-term community health and student retention. Local efforts like these are essential in ensuring no child in Spokane goes hungry. For further details, residents can visit the 2nd Harvest website.