Keep the Community Fed

Join guest-host Randy Nguyen for an exciting conversation about the Oct 9th Back to Our Roots: Cultivating Community Fall Fundraiser with Lauren Canto, Development & Events Coordinator. Randy, Lauren and Jefferson discuss the exciting program that includes a keynote from Aaron Garcia, Executive Director of the White Center CDA, catering from Tomo and Patrick's Bakery, delightful auction items and more! And, as always, we ask our guest Lauren what food makes her think of home. 

Join guest-host Randy Nguyen for a thoughtful conversation about White Center Food Bank's volunteer program with Anthony Teal, Volunteer Coordinator and Heather Crandall, Senior Manager of Volunteer Engagement. Randy, Anthony, Heather and team discuss the program's history, present and future, what our strategic priorities are for growing the WCFB volunteer crew and, of course, what food makes them think of home. 

Join host Carmen Smith for a delightful and delicious chat about the 5th Annual Taste of White Center with Development and Events Coordinator, Robert Fuentes. Carmen, Robert and team discuss what's new this year at White Center Food Bank's biggest community event, what they are most excited to eat, and how attendees can best enjoy this amazing festival celebrating the food and culture of White Center. See you there!!

Join host Carmen Smith for an important and reflective conversation about the 1st quarter of 2026 with Joey Romness, Operations Coordinator White Center Food Bank. Carmen and Joey discuss the rising number of customers coming to our organization for support, increased food costs in the wake of inflation and surging gas prices, and where were are investing our resources to keep the community fed. 

Join host Carmen Smith for a spirited conversation with Gabby Peña, Baby Pantry Coordinator for White Center Food Bank. Carmen and Gabby discuss the history of the baby pantry, the various iterations of this resource over the years, what is offered to WCFB's "youngest customers" and, as always, what food makes Gabby think of home.  

Our first monthly 'short' episode of Season 2!

Join host Carmen Smith for a conversation with Robert Fuentes, Development and Events Coordinator discussing our staff trip to Olympia for Hunger Action Day, watching the House debate bills, proposed Washington State legislation we are excited about and more! 

We’re excited to kick Season 2 off by welcoming Aaron Garcia from the White Center Community Development Association as our first guest.

Join host Carmen Smith for a conversation with Aaron sharing about his upbringing, the journey behind opening the HUB Project, and so much more about his work in the community. As always, we discuss "what food makes you think of home?" and the power of food to bring people together.

A surprise "Bonus" episode to close out 2026! In this episode, Executive Director Carmen Smith and Development and Events Coordinator Robert Fuentes discuss the ups and downs of the past two months. With the challenges facing our customers and the incredible generosity from the community coming from the suspension of SNAP benefits, White Center Food Bank wants to share our experiences. We also discuss our End-of-Year appeal and the importance of continuing support of food security organizations in 2026 and beyond.   

The final episode of Season 1 features special guest, King County Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda. Join hosts Carmen Smith and Gabbi Gonzales for a conversation about CM Mosqueda's background and history in politics, her future plans to support the White Center community and an inspiring conversation about what true leadership looks like. As always, we discuss "what food makes you think of home?" and the power of food to bring people together. 

This month's episode focuses on White Center Food Bank's produce purchasing and features Operations Coordinator, Joey Romness. Join host Carmen Smith and guest co-host Robert Fuentes for a "fruitful" conversation about where we source our produce, how we incorporate customer voice into produce purchasing, and the farming partners that supply the beautiful produce we distribute to the community. As always, we discuss "what food makes you think of home?" and the power of food to bring people together.