CAPACITY BUILDING CAMPAIGN For 35 years, Emergency Food Network (EFN) has provided Pierce County with a consistent, diverse, and nutritious food supply so that no person goes hungry. • 1982 - EFN established in a 3,000 sq/ft warehouse with 4 partner food programs • 1987 - grew to serving 50 partner food programs, distributing $403,000 worth of food per year • 1994 - EFN purchased our current warehouse and grew to distributing $3,000,000 worth of food per year • 2016 - EFN currently has 68 partners in Pierce County and distributes $22,000,000 worth of food. 1 in 7 people in Pierce County face food insecurity, which is defined as the state of being without reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food To accomplish this increase in food distribution, EFN leveraged foundation, corporate, government and donor support, as well as food contributions to provide $12 worth of food for every $1 we receive. The stewards of our organization determined that in order to keep pace with the needs of our community, EFN needed to build capacity. In response, our Board of Directors unanimously voted to proceed with the public phase of the Capacity Building Campaign. By maintaining and adding to existing facilities EFN will be better suited to serve the community for years to come. 2 Million 4 Million 6 Million 8 Million 10 Million 12 Million 14 Million 16 Million 1996 1994 1998 2000 2002 2004 2006 2008 2010 2012 2014 2016 Pounds of Food Distributed by EFN Emergency Food Network has met the growing need over the years by distributing more food. In the past few years, our warehouse has reached capacity resulting in a plateau in food distribution. The success of the Capacity Building Campaign will allow EFN to continue to meet the growing need in Pierce County. New Forklift New Roof Beginning Phase • Completed • 2011-2014 • Roof: Replaced the leaky roof on the warehouse allowing for a more stable and energy-efficient structure that is up to code. • Racking: New racking installed in the warehouse providing more efficient access to pallets, improving storage capacity by 30%, and keeping the warehouse compliant with safety regulations. • Forklift: Purchased a new forklift increasing productivity in the warehouse and improving customer service by reducing wait-time. • Cooler: Installed two new coolers, increasing its refrigerated storage space by 100% and allowing EFN to more adequately maintain freshness and integrity of produce.
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CAPACITY BUILDING CAMPAIGN
For 35 years, Emergency Food Network (EFN) has provided Pierce County with a consistent, diverse, and nutritious food supply so that no person goes hungry.
• 1982 - EFN established in a 3,000 sq/ft warehouse with 4 partner food programs
• 1987 - grew to serving 50 partner food programs, distributing $403,000 worth of food per year
• 1994 - EFN purchased our current warehouse and grew to distributing $3,000,000 worth of food per year
• 2016 - EFN currently has 68 partners in Pierce County and distributes $22,000,000 worth of food. 1 in 7 people in Pierce County face food insecurity, which is defined as the state of being without reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food
To accomplish this increase in food distribution, EFN leveraged foundation, corporate, government and donor support, as well as food contributions to provide $12 worth of food for every $1 we receive.
The stewards of our organization determined that in order to keep pace with the needs of our community, EFN needed to build capacity. In response, our Board of Directors unanimously voted to proceed with the public phase of the Capacity Building Campaign.
By maintaining and adding to existing facilities EFN will be better suited to serve the community for years to come.
Emergency Food Network has met the growing need over the years by distributing more food. In the past few years, our warehouse has reached capacity resulting in a plateau in food distribution. The success of the Capacity Building Campaign will allow EFN to continue to meet the growing need in Pierce County.
New Forklift
New Roof
Beginning Phase • Completed • 2011-2014 • Roof: Replaced the leaky roof on the warehouse
allowing for a more stable and energy-efficient structure that is up to code.
• Racking: New racking installed in the warehouse providing more efficient access to pallets, improving storage capacity by 30%, and keeping the warehouse compliant with safety regulations.
• Forklift: Purchased a new forklift increasing productivity in the warehouse and improving customer service by reducing wait-time.
• Cooler: Installed two new coolers, increasing its refrigerated storage space by 100% and allowing EFN to more adequately maintain freshness and integrity of produce.
Middle Phase • Completed • 2015-2016
• Land: Purchased a 2.2-acre parcel of land directly across from the EFN warehouse providing the opportunity to expand.
• Generator: Emergency generator was installed enabling EFN to maintain and distribute food even in the event of a power outage. In 2016, the generator was put to good use when EFN’s warehouse lost power during inclement weather. The generator started up within seconds of the outage and the freezer and cooler continued running keeping the food at safe temperatures.
• Truck: Received new refrigerated box truck allowing EFN to transport an additional 46,000 pounds of food each year.
• Driver: Hired a new driver, Tina, increasing the number of deliveries to partner food programs.
• Grant Coordinator: Hired an additional staff member, Claire, focused on fundraising, increasing the amount of purchased food distributed. This position has helped to bring in more than $1 million in grants.
Current Phase • Pending • Develop Land: The 2.2 acres of land that was
purchased will be developed as an area for vehicles and supplies clearing up space near EFN’s warehouse for the new storage facility.
• Storage Facility: EFN will build a new 2,500 square foot facility for additional storage. This building will be placed on our current lot while vehicles and supplies will be moved to the new property.
• Repack Structure: EFN’s current tent covered repack area will be replaced with a permanent structure improving sanitation and the flow of the warehouse.
• Community Garden: The new land that was purchased comes with the opportunity to provide a community garden for our neighbors’ use.
• Loading Dock: The current loading dock will be enhanced to provide better security for the food we have on hand.
Ribbon Cutting of New Generator
New Truck, Claire, and Tina
Land Development Plan
Future Phase • Pending
• Technology Upgrades: The technology improvements will be used in our distribution center and offices to increase security and efficiency.
• Freezer: Purchase of a second freezer for our distribution warehouse will allow for significantly more product storage and distribution to our partners.
• Farm Facility: Upgrades to our current farm facility will expand the barn, provide a volunteer space, and improve the vegetable preparation station.
• Distribution Center Facility: Improvements to our current warehouse and offices will increase working space for staff and volunteers.
Beginning Phase - Completed Roof - 20,000 square feet Racking System - in the warehouse Forklift Coolers - 1,500 square feet
Middle Phase - Completed Land - 2.2 acres Generator Truck - 26 ft regrigerated box truck 3 Years of Staff Support - Driver & Grant Coordinator
Current Phase - Pending Develop Land - parking lot & truck storage Storage Facility Repack Structure Community Garden Loading Dock - improvements
How can you be part of the future of Emergency Food Network?
Your donation to the Capacity Building Campaign will help EFN continue to provide healthy, nutritious food. By investing in the future of EFN, you are investing in the future of your community. The impact of your gift will continue as we serve our neighbors in need for years to come.
Every EFN board member and staff member has made a significant personal contribution to the Capacity Building Campaign. Please join them in ensuring that no person in Pierce County goes hungry by making a donation today.
Ways to Give to EFN
• Credit Card, Check, or Cash: Pledge forms are available to customize your gift approach. Gifts can be paid over time for a period of three years. If donating with a check, please include “campaign” in the memo line of the check. For more information call Michelle Douglas at (253) 584-1040.
• On-Line: Make a one-time donation or a convenient monthly recurring gift with a credit card on our secure website at www.efoodnet.org
• Phone: Call EFN at (253) 584-1040 to make a one-time gift or to pledge a recurring credit card payment.
• Mail: Mail your campaign pledge to EFN, 3318 92nd Street South, Lakewood, WA 98499.
• Stocks: It may be to your advantage to consider a gift of stock. Check with your tax and legal advisors to see if a stock gift is right for you! For more information call Michelle Douglas at (253) 584-1040.
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