It takes more than food to end hunger
Northwest Harvest supports a statewide network of more than 350 food banks, meal programs, and high-need schools. Focused on improving equity in our food system, Northwest Harvest believes everyone in Washington should have consistent access to nutritious foods that nourishes their body and affirms their culture.
The Meaning of Food:
Our Yearlong Community Conversation
Through monthly themes and shared stories, we’re exploring food’s deeper meaning in our lives while building understanding about hunger and food justice in Washington.
Artists for Food Justice:
Creating Change Through Art
Twelve Washington artists from marginalized communities bring fresh perspective to our understanding of hunger through monthly artwork that inspires dialogue and action.
May’s ‘Meaning of Food’ Exploration:
Food is Culture
This month we explore how food shapes and preserves cultural identity—from ancestral recipes and traditional farming to rituals that mark life’s milestones. Discover how food connects us across generations and why access to culturally relevant foods supports belonging and dignity.
It takes more than food to end hunger
Northwest Harvest supports a statewide network of more than 350 food banks, meal programs, and high-need schools. Focused on improving equity in our food system, Northwest Harvest believes everyone in Washington should have consistent access to nutritious foods that nourishes their body and affirms their culture.
The Meaning of Food:
Our Yearlong Community Conversation
Through monthly themes and shared stories, we’re exploring food’s deeper meaning in our lives while building understanding about hunger and food justice in Washington.