Food Lifeline Receives Allen Family Foundation Grant

Shoreline-based Food Lifeline was one of five local nonprofits to receive a grant from the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation last week.

The food distribution agency will receive $150,000 to purchase produce, dairy, meat and seafood for its nearly 300 food banks and pantries in Western Washington.

“The ongoing economic difficulties in our state, as well as cuts to government programs that aid vulnerable populations, tell us we must continue our commitment to basic needs,” said Susan M. Coliton, vice president of The Paul G. Allen Family Foundation in a press release. “These keystone organizations have the expertise and stability to continue providing meaningful and measurable help to people struggling in the Puget Sound region.”

In 2011, Food Lifeline served nearly 750,000 Puget Sound residents.