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There's no form to fill out and no one will ask you to prove anything. Whether you need a hot meal tonight, groceries this week, or ongoing support, here's how to get free food in Olympia and the surrounding area — starting with what we offer directly.
Through Souper Sunday, free homemade soup goes out every Tuesday and Sunday. Availability is announced at 4:00 PM and requests are taken until 5:30 PM.
Join the Souper Sunday group →Fresh grocery boxes once or twice a week across greater Olympia. Pickup or free delivery to your door — no ID, no income check.
How grocery delivery works →Pop-up community dinners where everyone eats together and pays what they can — including nothing at all.
See upcoming dinners →Community directory
A community-maintained directory of pantries, hot meals, and food programs across the area. Free food is available most days of the week. Last updated June 2026 — suggest a change.
Hot soup Tuesdays & Sundays — availability announced 4:00 PM, requests until 5:30 PM. Free groceries announced once or twice per week.
Olympia, WA
Our own program: hot meals and groceries, free for anyone, no questions asked.
Monday*, Wednesday & Friday 10:30 AM–3:00 PM (*closed 3rd Monday of each month)
220 Thurston Ave NE, Olympia, WA 98501 · 360.352.8597
Indoor grocery shopping and client services.
4th Friday 12:00–2:00 PM
1601 North St SE, Olympia, WA · 360.709.0931
Outdoor drive-up/walk-up distribution. Serving Spanish speakers. Bus 68.
3rd Friday 2:00–4:00 PM
1212 Connection St, Shelton, WA · 360.709.0931
Outdoor drive-up/walk-up distribution. Serving Spanish speakers. Bus 6 (Shelton).
1st & 3rd Sundays 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
5615 30th Ave SE, Lacey, WA · 360.459.1444
At True Grace Church. Walk-up only, inside shopping. Bus 66.
Wednesday 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
1807 9th Ave SW, Olympia, WA · 360.357.3739
Outdoor drive-up/walk-up distribution. Bus 47.
Select Saturdays 11:00 AM–1:00 PM — check the TCFB calendar for open dates
7027 Martin Way East, Olympia, WA · 360.352.8597
Fresh local produce. Now located inside the pantry building. Buses 62A/62B.
Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 AM–2:00 PM. 'Other Bank' (personal care & household items) 2nd Wednesday 4:00–6:00 PM.
7027 Martin Way East, Olympia, WA · 360.352.8597
Food plus non-food personal care and household items. Bus 62A.
Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
4232 6th Ave SE, Lacey, WA · 360.456.3850
Inside shopping, weekdays. Buses 61A/B, 66.
Last Tuesday of the month, 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
6336 SW 128th Ave, Littlerock, WA · 360.943.4720
Inside shopping. Please call ahead to reserve: 360.943.4720.
2nd & 4th Thursday 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
940 Israel Rd SW, Tumwater, WA · 360.943.0795
Outdoor drive-up/walk-up distribution. Buses 12, 13, 66.
1st & 3rd Saturday 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
6820 Capitol Blvd SE, Tumwater, WA · 360.358.2030
Inside shopping. ADA accessible. Bus 13.
3rd Friday 10:30–11:30 AM
222 Columbia St NW, Olympia, WA · 360.586.6181 ext. 105
Inside shopping. Seniors only — please call ahead.
Tuesdays 11:30 AM–5:30 PM; Wednesdays & Thursdays 11:30 AM–2:30 PM. Closed during school breaks.
2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia, WA · 360.596.5212
Building 27 — park in Lot J or K. Buses 43, 44.
4th Saturday 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
540 School St SE, Lacey, WA · 360.491.2030
Drive-up distribution — one of the few weekend satellite locations. Bus 62A.
2nd & 4th Tuesdays 2:00–4:00 PM
2700 Evergreen Pkwy NW, Olympia, WA — Basic Needs Center (CAB 135) · 360.867.6137
Indoor shopping. Students preferred. Buses 41, 48.
2nd Friday 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
215 North 2nd Ave SW, Tumwater, WA · 360.754.4160
Inside shopping. Bus 13.
3rd Wednesday 5:00–7:00 PM
1401 Lake Park Dr SW, Tumwater, WA · 360.786.1416
Outdoor drive-up/walk-up distribution. Bus 12.
4th Thursday 1:00–5:00 PM
3525 Marvin Rd NE, Lacey, WA · 360.489.0378
Outdoor drive-up/walk-up distribution. Bus 65.
2nd & 4th Wednesdays 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
11318 Vail Cut Off Rd SE, Rainier, WA · 360.352.8597 ext. 106
Outdoor distribution in the parking lot. Bus 13 to R2.
Monday–Saturday. Lunch 11:00 AM–12:00 PM; dinner 5:00–6:00 PM. Currently closed Sundays.
808 5th Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98507 · (253) 642-7514
Nutritious lunch and dinner meals, year-round. Buses 62A/B, 21, 66.
By arrangement — they aim to call within 24 hours to set a delivery day and time
Request assistance via website or phone · 360-705-0291
Food/commodity ministry with delivery. Usually brings several weeks of food when available. Note any foods to avoid in your request.
6:30–8:30 PM Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
Parking lot at State Ave & Washington St, Olympia, WA (mailing: PO Box 6382, Olympia, WA 98507)
Evening street outreach. All buses.
Pantry hours: Tuesday 9:15 AM–12:00 PM
1029 Puget Street NE, Olympia, WA 98506 · (360) 943-1518
Some emergency food. Bread products available once per week. Buses 62A/B, 66.
Monday–Wednesday 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
4443 Martin Way East, Olympia, WA 98516 · (360) 456-1140
Food pantry. Buses 62A/B, 65.
Sundays 12:00–3:00 PM and Wednesdays 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
12643 Case Rd SW, Olympia, WA 98512 · (360) 339-4726
Food bank in the outer building of the True Grace Church parking lot. Buses 12, 13, 66.
Anytime
Online — Facebook group
Request food assistance or offer food through this popular community Facebook group.
Tuesday 11:30 AM–5:30 PM; Wednesday & Thursday 11:30 AM–2:30 PM (closed between quarters)
2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia, WA 98512
Students only. Free fresh and non-perishable food, hygiene kits, and children's books. Park in lots A, B, or C. Buses 43, 44.
By request — submit the form on their website
PO Box 741, Olympia, WA 98540
Request food support and other services through their request forms.
Every day except Sundays, including holidays: lunch 11:00 AM–12:00 PM, dinner 5:00–6:00 PM
1505 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA 98506 · (360) 352-8596 ext. 112
Lunch and dinner served daily. Buses 62A/B, 66.
Tuesday and Thursday, all day
4230 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey, WA 98503 · Text 360.459.7721
Free food boxes — fresh, canned, and frozen veggies, bread, and proteins on Tuesdays. Daily grab-and-go food bags at the door. Buses 62A/B, 66.
Mon–Fri 6:30 AM, 12:00 PM & 5:30 PM; Sat brunch 10:00–11:00 AM; Sun 7:30 AM & 12:00 PM
413 Franklin Street NE, Olympia, WA 98501 · 360-709-9725
Hot meals. Most buses and Dash.
Call or check Facebook for current hours
Olympia, WA — call for details · (360) 943-0780
For ages 12–24: nutritious food, to-go snacks, hygiene supplies, showers, clean clothing, laundry, and youth advocates.
Lunches served Monday–Friday, 11:45 AM–12:15 PM
222 Columbia St NW, Olympia, WA 98501
Seniors (60+). Donations requested, but the meal is free if you cannot pay. All buses and Dash.
Lunches served Monday–Friday, 11:45 AM–12:15 PM
6757 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey, WA 98503
Seniors (60+). Donations requested, but the meal is free if you cannot pay. Buses 62A/B, 66, 67.
Lunches served Monday–Friday, 11:45 AM–12:15 PM
215 North 2nd Ave SW, Tumwater, WA 98512
Seniors (60+). Donations requested, but the meal is free if you cannot pay. Buses 12, 13, 68.
Every 3rd Friday of the month
Olympia Senior Center, 222 Columbia St NW, Olympia, WA 98501 · 360.586.6181 ext. 124
Thurston County Food Bank comes to the Olympia location for distribution. Contact Stephanie Penland.
Common questions
No. The Food Source Foundation never asks for ID, income verification, or paperwork of any kind. If you need food, you qualify.
Grocery availability is announced once or twice a week in the Souper Sunday Facebook group. Request a box there or through our contact page, and we'll arrange free pickup or delivery anywhere in the greater Olympia area.
Hot homemade soup goes out every Tuesday and Sunday through Souper Sunday. Availability is announced at 4:00 PM in the Facebook group and requests are taken until 5:30 PM.
Yes. Many of the neighbors we serve are fully employed but priced out of groceries by rent, insurance, and bills. There are no income requirements and no judgment.
Yes. The directory on this page lists senior meal programs, student pantries at SPSCC and Evergreen, and youth services like Rosie's Place — filter by type to find them.