Our Services
Feeding Ferry County is a Washington nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing food insecurity in Ferry County and surrounding rural communities. Ferry County is one of the most geographically isolated counties in Washington State, where limited grocery infrastructure, long travel distances, seasonal employment, and fixed incomes contribute to persistent food access challenges for seniors, families with children, and low-income households.
Our mission is to reduce food insecurity through humanitarian assistance, community partnerships, and education. Feeding Ferry County works collaboratively with existing food banks and community organizations to strengthen—not duplicate—local food systems. Its approach emphasizes dignity, accessibility, and flexibility by meeting people where they are.
Meal Kit Gift Shops
A free meal kit program operating at non–food bank locations such as libraries, schools, and community centers
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Food Bank Collaboration
Direct support to local food banks through increased food sourcing, logistics, coordination, and marketing
Education
Basic nutrition education and food assistance navigation
Future Opportunities
Future creative and innovative solutions to reducing food insecurity in Ferry County, WA
Meal Kit Gift Shop Locations
We currently have 2 gift shop locations to shop for our meal kits in the NCW Republic Public Library AND NCW Curlew Public Library
Anyone is welcome to stop by during their business hours to shop for meal kits. The gift shop is located right next to the front door. You can take what you need and you do not need to check it with a librarian.
We are looking forward to expanding our locations in the near future.
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Ferry County Food Pantries
The pantry is open most Sundays from 1:30 to 3:30 p for weekly service. If you click on their name above it will take you to their Facebook group for more information.
If you would like to donate you can direct a donation online through our Zeffy account or mail a check to:
The People's Pantry
PO Box 1114
Republic, WA 99166
The pantry is open the first and third Thursdays of the month from 9:30am - 11am. If you click on their name above it will take you to their Facebook group for more information.
If you would like to donate you can direct a donation online through our Zeffy account or mail a check to:
Curlew Community Food Bank
23 Customs RD
Curlew, WA 99118
Food Security Education
As we continue to grow and serve the people of Ferry County, we will use our platform to educate on food insecurity, food safety, access to resources, and what we can do about it.
We will do this through social media outreach, community events, our newsletter, and a future blog.
Meal Planning Made Simple Wokshop
August 25, 2026
2:30-4:30 PM
Free
Future Food Service Opportunities
Our First Ever Mobile Program:
Summer Snack Shack
Every Wednesday through the summer till August 19th, 2026 at a different location. Check our Facebook Page for times and locations each week.
DISCLAIMER: Feeding Ferry County is a community-based nonprofit organization dedicated to improving food access and nutrition security for individuals and families throughout Ferry County. We operate as a nonsectarian, nonpartisan organization and do not affiliate with, endorse, or oppose any religious denomination, political party, or political candidate. All programs and services are provided without religious instruction, political advocacy, or conditions of participation, ensuring equitable and dignified access for all community members.