What happens when a community decides that no neighbor should go hungry? This is that story — told in food rescued, families served, and volunteers who showed up.
Salt of the Earth Food Blessing · Snohomish County, WA · 501(c)(3) · Tax ID: 91-1462111
These are the verified results of one year of faithful community service. Every number represents a real person, a real family, a real meal.
Every pound of food we distribute started somewhere — a grocery store, a farm, a food distributor — and was rescued before it became waste. Our volunteers make that happen every week.
Fresh produce, pantry staples, bread, dairy, and more — distributed at our four Snohomish County locations throughout 2025.
Individual pickup runs to grocery store and food distributor partners — collecting surplus food before it goes to waste.
Essential non-food goods — hygiene items, household products, and more — were distributed alongside food at our sites.
Grocery stores, farms, restaurants, churches, and businesses that donate food, equipment, and resources to power our mission.
We serve families, seniors, individuals, working parents, and neighbors going through every kind of difficulty. No questions asked. No documentation required.
Families of all sizes and compositions — single-parent households, multi-generational families, and individuals treated as family.
Every family member counted — children, seniors, adults — all of whom received nourishment through our community distributions.
Arlington, Everett, Marysville, and Snohomish — covering the breadth of Snohomish County so neighbors can access food close to home.
Five distribution events every week across four cities — including Tuesday and Sunday in Snohomish — ensuring consistent community access.
The scope of this ministry reaches well beyond what happens at distribution sites. Here's a fuller picture of what 2025 required.
| Metric | 2025 Result |
|---|---|
| Total food & goods distributed | 1,208,900 lbs |
| Families served | 13,170 |
| Individuals fed | 74,450 |
| Active volunteers | 200+ |
| Community partnerships | 40+ |
| Store pickup runs | 2,028 |
| Weekly distribution events | 5 |
| Distribution cities | 4 |
| Days in operation | 365 |
| Years serving Snohomish County | 30+ (since 1992) |
| Tax-exempt status | 501(c)(3) · EIN 91-1462111 |
"Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver."2 Corinthians 9:7
Salt of the Earth Food Blessing is built on trust. Every donation — financial, food, equipment, or time — goes directly into the mission of serving Snohomish County families. We are 100% volunteer-powered, which means overhead is minimal and impact is direct.
We maintain transparency with our community by reporting our impact honestly, stewarding donated resources carefully, and never turning away a neighbor in need. The numbers in this report reflect what actually happened in 2025 — not projections, not estimates.
We are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All financial gifts are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
No paid distribution staff. Every person at our distributions is a volunteer.
We serve everyone who comes — no ID, no proof of need, no paperwork.
We rescue surplus food that would otherwise go to waste and put it directly in community hands.
Tax ID: 91-1462111. All donations are tax-deductible. Financial records available upon request.
Our warehouse expansion campaign is designed to increase our capacity to serve more families each year.
The 2025 numbers are a result of generosity — yours, your neighbors', your church's. If this report inspires you, the best thing you can do is give, volunteer, or partner with us to make 2026 even stronger.
Salt of the Earth Food Blessing · 3310 Smokey Point Dr, Arlington, WA 98223 · (425) 470-3851
501(c)(3) Nonprofit · Tax ID: 91-1462111 · All donations tax-deductible