Fresh groceries, friendly volunteers, and no paperwork. Everyone is welcome.
The Arlington location is Salt of the Earth’s main office and warehouse. Food is received, sorted, prepared, and shared with families from Arlington, Smokey Point, Lakewood, and surrounding communities.
No ID, no paperwork, no documentation, and no residency requirement. Come when you need help, including every week if needed.
Much of the food rescued by Salt of the Earth is received, sorted, and prepared through the Arlington operation before reaching the weekly distribution sites.
What is available changes with donations, but distributions commonly include fresh produce, bread, pantry items, and other donated food.
If you are stretching a budget, going through a difficult season, or simply need food this week, you are welcome.
Availability depends on what is donated and rescued that week, so every Saturday is a little different.
Fruit and vegetables when available.
Bread and bakery donations from local partners.
Milk and other refrigerated items when available.
Staples and shelf-stable foods as donations allow.
Additional food and household goods may be available.
A volunteer will greet you. There is no paperwork to fill out and nothing to prove.
Food varies each week depending on the donations available.
Most distributions accommodate vehicles and walk-up visitors, and volunteers can help load food when needed.
Come every week if needed. This is an ongoing community resource.
The Arlington distribution begins at 12:00 PM (noon) every Saturday, and the work follows a familiar rhythm each week.
Food and supplies are organized for the day.
Donations are readied so distribution moves smoothly.
Neighbors begin arriving at the current scheduled time.
Food is shared and volunteers help as needed.
The team prepares the site for the next week.
Yes, our main office and Saturday distribution are both at 3310 Smokey Point Dr, Arlington, WA 98223, in the Smokey Point area. Call us at (425) 470-3851 if you need help finding us.
The Arlington distribution begins at 12:00 PM (noon) every Saturday.
Absolutely. You're welcome at any of our four locations. Come to whichever is most convenient for you, there's no residency requirement and no restriction on which location you attend.
Yes, there is parking available at 3310 Smokey Point Dr. If you have any accessibility needs, please call us ahead of time and we'll make sure you're accommodated.
Yes, our Arlington location is our main warehouse and we accept food donations and equipment there. Please call ahead at (425) 470-3851 so we can coordinate a good time for your donation.
We always need more volunteers! Complete our volunteer application and let us know you would like to help in Arlington. We will help find a role that fits your schedule and skills.
Food donations are always welcome. Bring donations to our main office at 3310 Smokey Point Dr in Arlington, or call (425) 470-3851 to arrange an alternative drop-off. We also accept financial donations at our donation page.
No paperwork. No appointment. No judgment. Join us every Saturday at 12:00 PM (noon).