Alternatives to Hunger (Bellingham Food Bank)

Food Assistance in Bellingham, Washington. Lead food-bank agency for Whatcom County in the Washington State Department of Agriculture hunger-relief network, also serving San Juan County. Supplies and coordinates the local food banks, food pantries, and meal programs in the area, and can tell you which pantry near you is open and when. No documentation or proof of income is required to receive food at Washington EFAP pantries.

Phone: 360-676-0392

Address: 1824 Ellis Street, Bellingham, Washington, 98225

Website: https://www.bellinghamfoodbank.org

Good to know: Phone and address verified from bellinghamfoodbank.org on 2026-10-06. County assignment per the official WSDA TEFAP Lead Agency table at agr.wa.gov/services/food-access/hunger-relief-agency-hub/tefap/tefap-plan/section-1 (19 lead agencies covering all 39 WA counties). Multi-county lead agency: this row is one of 2 (serves San Juan, Whatcom). Headquarters county.

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Frequently asked questions about Alternatives to Hunger (Bellingham Food Bank)

How do I contact Alternatives to Hunger (Bellingham Food Bank)?

You can call Alternatives to Hunger (Bellingham Food Bank) at 360-676-0392 or visit 1824 Ellis Street in Bellingham, Washington. Their website is https://www.bellinghamfoodbank.org.

What services does Alternatives to Hunger (Bellingham Food Bank) offer?

Lead food-bank agency for Whatcom County in the Washington State Department of Agriculture hunger-relief network, also serving San Juan County. Supplies and coordinates the local food banks, food pantries, and meal programs in the area, and can tell you which pantry near you is open and when. No documentation or proof of income is required to receive food at Washington EFAP pantries.

Are services at Alternatives to Hunger (Bellingham Food Bank) free or low-cost?

Many community food assistance providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Alternatives to Hunger (Bellingham Food Bank) at 360-676-0392 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does Alternatives to Hunger (Bellingham Food Bank) offer services in other languages?

Call Alternatives to Hunger (Bellingham Food Bank) at 360-676-0392 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.