Federal Foods

This federal food program provides shelf-stable and perishable foods on a first-come first-served basis to those who self-declare that they meet income guidelines. As a lead agency for this program, Thurston County Food Bank distributes TEFAP to food pantries and meal programs in Thurston, Mason, Lewis and Kitsap Counties. Click for a list of TEFAP distribution locations.

TEFAP foods are available at our Food Bank pantries, satellites, and mobile distribution sites, with the service level based on household size. Although the variety and quantity is limited, it is offered in addition to our basic food bag. We often create a meal kit with TEFAP items, complete with a delicious recipe.

Note: Language options for the income guidelines. For TEFAP: choose TEFAP, scroll down to TEFAP Client Forms and Publications, and find the TEFAP Client Notification Handout.

This case-managed federal food program serves seniors age 60 or older who meet income eligibility requirements which are verified annually. These commodities are offered once a month in addition to our other food services and the amount of food is consistent from month to month.

Thurston County Food Bank manages the program for Thurston, Lewis and Mason Counties. Our client services team can help you determine if you are eligible for CSFP and will assist with filling out the application. Pickup location options, as well as limited home delivery, will be discussed at time of application. Please contact [email protected] for more information.

Note: Language options for the income guidelines. For CSFP: choose CSFP, scroll down to CSFP Participant Forms and Publications, and find CSFP Income Eligibility Guidelines.

As a recipient of federal funding, the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate, exclude, or treat people differently on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex in administration of our programs or activities.

WSDA also complies with applicable state laws and does not discriminate on the basis of creed, gender, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, immigration status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.

WSDA has a Civil Rights Coordinator, who is responsible for coordination of compliance efforts and receipt of inquiries concerning external non-discrimination requirements. If you have questions about this notice, non-discrimination in our federally assisted programs, or wish to file a grievance with WSDA, you can contact our Civil Rights Coordinator at:

Washington State Department of Agriculture
Human Resources Office
Attn: Civil Rights Coordinator
PO Box 42560
Olympia, WA 98504
Phone: (360) 902-2081
Fax: (360) 902-1821
Email: [email protected]