SPOKANE, Wash. – The Salvation Army food bank in Spokane is experiencing a welcomed surge in donations following a severe food shortage.
Empty shelves had sparked concerns, but the community is now rallying to restock them. Captain David Cain with the Salvation Army shared his gratitude, saying, “This is a time where our community needs us and so we’re grateful for the generosity.”
Cain reported that the donations received in the last week have been sufficient to support every family that has visited. He hopes this trend will continue through the holiday week.
According to Cain the need for food donations is particularly high now, as the government supply they receive is dwindling each year. In 2023, the Salvation Army served an average of 75 families a day. This year, they are serving around 250 families daily.
Cain emphasized the importance of community support, saying, “We need the community to give to those red kettles.” He noted that they are still in need of donations, such as shelf-stable food items and monetary contributions in one of their 60 red kettles around Spokane.
One of the most rewarding aspects of working with the Salvation Army, according to Cain, is witnessing the community come together to support others in times of need. “And so to know that we are not the only ones that care but this community cares for those that need us the most it’s really encouraging. We’re so proud of our fellow residents here in Spokane,” he stated.
Cain hopes to see the influx in donations continue so that nobody goes hungry during the holidays.
