• Packed with Essentials to Start School Strong!

Backpack Program

Every summer, we distribute backpacks to school aged children in Maple Valley, Black Diamond, and the boundaries of the Tahoma School District.

These backpacks are filled with essential supplies that local students need to start their school year strong! This program is by appointment only and will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.

Continue visiting the Market on a weekly basis to be the first to know!

Our Community Impact:

10,000

local households supported

40,000

individual visits to our market

100,000

pledged for emergency financial assistance

500

backpacks for school-aged children

1,000

kids received holiday gifts

Pre-register for easy check in!

During your first visit, you’ll complete an intake form, which asks for basic information about yourself and the people in your household. You can make this process even faster by downloading the intake form now, completing it and bringing it on your first visit.

You will never be asked for proof of information and there are no barriers to general food access.

Should you reside in Maple Valley, Black Diamond, or the boundaries of the Tahoma School District, you may want to bring proof of address (like a bill with your name on it) and IDs for each member of the household to ensure eligibility for additional MVFB programs (like holiday meals, back to school, and more).

Some helpful tips for your visit:

• Doors don’t open until 10:30. Please do not arrive prior to open hours.

• To avoid large crowds and long waits, we recommend visiting later in the day.

• If there is no line, you will simply come through the double doors and a member of our team will greet you for check in.

• If there is a line, we ask that you do not use bags to hold your spot. You must be present.

• We appreciate when you bring your own reusable bags.

• You do not have to have an appointment.

• Upon check-in, a volunteer will give you a tour of the market and walk you through the shopping card.

• If you do not want to shop inside, you’re welcome to take part in our curbside food bank. Please text or call for more information.

Location & Hours

LOCATION:
Maple Valley Food Bank
21415 Renton Maple Valley Rd SE
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 432-8633

OPEN HOURS:
Tuesdays: 10:30am – 6pm
Wednesdays: 10:30am – 1pm
Or by appointment.