FEED NEEDS

Business Type: Retail & Distribution

Shelton, WA

Environmental Sustainability
Eat Local First values the land, water, and ecosystems that sustain our local food systems. Businesses and organizations with the Environmental Sustainability indicator are committed to adopting practices that improve soil health, conserve natural resources, foster biodiversity, and reduce the use of fossil fuel-based pesticides and fertilizers. Seafood producers harvest responsibly to ensure the sustainability of wild fish stocks.
Health
Eat Local First values local production of accessible, nourishing, and safe food. Businesses and organizations with the Health indicator contribute to community health by participating in food access and nutrition incentive programs and by producing food that is safe for people with specific dietary needs.
Racial and Social Equity
Eat Local First values the inclusion and representation of historically underrepresented or marginalized groups in the food and farming industry. The owners of businesses and organizations with the Racial and Social Equity indicator have identified themselves as holding one or more marginalized identities.

- FEED NEEDS - Shelton Popups
- 3333 North Shelton Springs Road
- Shelton, WA 98584
- Driving Directions
Additional locations
- FEED NEEDS - Free Food Giveaway - Kneeland Park
- Shelton, WA 98584
- Driving Directions

About Us

Non-Profit Owned

At FEED NEEDS, we believe food is just the beginning. What sets us apart is that we don’t stop at giveaways — we use food as the doorway to connection, dignity, and long-term change. Every pop-up distribution is designed not only to nourish families, but to link them directly to essential resources: housing support, worker training, treatment programs, and community partnerships.

Our practices are rooted in lean, agile, and community-first innovation. We operate with efficiency and care, making every donated dollar stretch further while responding quickly to the changing needs of our neighbors. From food logistics and storage to workforce pipelines and fiscal sponsorship for grassroots efforts, FEED NEEDS serves as both a safety net and a springboard.

What truly makes us unique is our commitment to relationships. We don’t just hand out bags of food — we learn names, build trust, and create pathways so that individuals and families feel supported on their journey toward stability. In short, we don’t just feed needs — we help people thrive.

Our Services

Food Access
- Provides Free Food Distribution
- Donates to Food Assistance Programs
- Food Access & Nutrition Education

Locations & Hours

- FEED NEEDS - Shelton Popups
- Phone: (206) 458-5044
- 3333 North Shelton Springs Road
- Shelton, WA 98584
- Driving Directions
- Open to the Public: By Appointment Only
- Hours of Operation
- FEED NEEDS – Free Food Giveaway – Kneeland Park
- Phone: (360) 836-0448
- Shelton, WA 98584
- Driving Directions
- Open to the Public: By Appointment Only
- Hours of Operation

Our Values

Learn more about the Eat Local First Values Indicators.

Environmental Sustainability
Eat Local First values the land, water, and ecosystems that sustain our local food systems. Businesses and organizations with the Environmental Sustainability indicator are committed to adopting practices that improve soil health, conserve natural resources, foster biodiversity, and reduce the use of fossil fuel-based pesticides and fertilizers. Seafood producers harvest responsibly to ensure the sustainability of wild fish stocks.
- Sustainability
  - Sustainable Operations
    Self-certifies that use sustainable or regenerative growing practices, production methods, or general operations. See profile Growing Practices for details.
- Waste Reduction
  - Towards Zero Waste
    Businesses that self-certify their committment to reducing waste and engaging in circular business practices.
Health
Eat Local First values local production of accessible, nourishing, and safe food. Businesses and organizations with the Health indicator contribute to community health by participating in food access and nutrition incentive programs and by producing food that is safe for people with specific dietary needs.
- Food Access & Nutrition Incentives
  Actively participating in Food Access & Nutrition programs.
  
  This will get set dynamically based on your selections under Retail > Payments Accepted or Activities > Food Access.
Racial and Social Equity
Eat Local First values the inclusion and representation of historically underrepresented or marginalized groups in the food and farming industry. The owners of businesses and organizations with the Racial and Social Equity indicator have identified themselves as holding one or more marginalized identities.
- Asian Owned
  Owned by a person who identifies as Asian
- Black or African Diaspora Owned
  Owned by a person who identifies as Black or African Diaspora
- Disabled Owned
  Owned by a person who identifies as a disabled person.
- Hispanic Owned
  Owned by a person who identifies as Hispanic.
- Latina/o/x Owned
  Owned by a person who identifies as Latino, Latina, or Latinx.
- LGBTQ+ Owned
  Owned by a person who identfies as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or other non-conforming sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander Owned
  Owned by a person who identifies as Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.
- Woman Owned
  Owned by a person who identifies as a woman.

Last updated: 09/5/2025