FOOD Resources

Lower Columbia CAP offers various programs to assist low-income and senior residents needing food resources.

HELP Warehouse Food Collection & Distribution Center and USDA Commodities Site

Since 1982, Help Warehouse has been the food collection and distribution center for Cowlitz and Wahkiakum food banks. USDA Commodities food distribution, at the Help Warehouse, occurs on the third Tuesday of the month from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm at 1526 Commerce Ave, Longview.

Eligibility is dependent on income please call 360-425-3430, ext. 252 for more details.

CAP Food Pantry

Location: Lower Columbia CAP

Hours: Wednesdays 11:00am – 2:00pm **closed the 3rd week of every month**

 

Nondiscrimination Statement

Lower Columbia CAP’s food pantry and USDA commodities programs are open to all community members.

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, Lower Columbia CAP is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.

Program information may be available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (for example: Braille, large print, audiotape, or American Sign Language) should contact the agency where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.

To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form (AD-3027) available online at USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, at any USDA office, or by calling (866) 632-9992 to request a copy. Submit your completed form or letter by:

  • Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture
    Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
    1400 Independence Avenue, SW
    Washington, D.C. 20250-9410

  • Fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442

  • Email: program.intake@usda.gov

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

CAP distributes food to the following food banks through our grocery rescue program, food drives and various government programs:

Fish (360-636-1100)

Hours: Monday – Friday (Call 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Other emergency services Call 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm)

Northgate Christian Center (360-577-0620)

1209 Minor Road

Kelso, WA

Hours: Every Thursday 10:00 am -1:00 pm

Clothing also available

 

Salvation Army (360-423-3990)

1639 10th Ave

Longview, WA

  • Pantry Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday from 2:00pm – 4:00pm
  • Lunch Program: Monday-Friday from 11:45 am – 12:45 pm. Clients can’t be on the property until 11:15 am.

Clothing Distribution: Every other Friday during lunch

 

St. Vincent de Paul (360-577-0662)

1222 Baltimore

Longview, WA

Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 am – 11:30 am

Evening distribution for employed participants

1st & 3rd Tuesdays from 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

 

Castle Rock Lions Food Bank

224 Huntington Ave S

Eagles Hall

Hours: Every Thursday 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

 

Kalama Helping Hands (360-673-2814)

191 Cloverdale Road

Hours: Tuesday – 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Thursday – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Clothing also available

 

St. Vincent de Paul of Cathlamet

St. Catherine’s Church

401 Columbia

Cathlamet, WA

Hours: 1st & 3rd Wednesday – 9:00 am – noon

 

Woodland Community Action Center (360-225-9998)

736 Davidson

Woodland, WA

Hours: Food boxes – Every Saturday – 11:00 am- 5:00 pm

Meals on Wheels

Since 1979, Lower Columbia CAP has been delivering hot and frozen meals to homebound and disabled seniors in Cowlitz and Wahkiakum counties.

Eligibility is determined by:

      • Person(s) must be 60 years of age or older and require assistance to leave their home and access food.
      • An in home assessment must be conducted by a Senior Nutrition staff person.
      • Eligibility is based on need, not income.

To self-refer or make a referral for an individual you think may be at nutritional risk, please contact us at 360-762-3111 or email deniser@lowercolumbiacap.org

We offer both hot and frozen meals depending on the area you live and need.

 

 Community Lunches

Seniors can enjoy company and a great lunch at our eight meal sites in Cowlitz and Wahkiakum counties. We have a wonderful program that combines socializing with a delicious meal. Meals are nutritionally balanced and provide 1/3 of the daily USDA requirements. Most special dietary need can be accommodated with advance notice. Our meals are heart healthy and approved by a dietician.

All seniors (60+) are welcome at every meal site. Eligibility is not income based. If you qualify as a senior for the program, there is a suggested donation of $3.00 per meal. If you do not meet the qualifications, then there is a charge of $6.00 per meal.

All meals are served at 12:00 noon. Substitutions may be made with advance notice. For reservations or questions, please call us at 360-762-3111 or email deniser@lowercolumbiacap.org.

We are also always looking for volunteers to help at the meal sites with set-up, serving, and clean-up. It is a wonderful environment and a great way to enjoy lunch!

Kelso/Longview– Grounds for Opportunity Cafe, 413 S. Pacific Ave, Kelso (Tuesdays)

Kalama – United Methodist Church, 111 North 2nd St (Mondays)

Ryderwood – Community Center, 303 Morse St (Tuesdays)

Castle Rock – Senior Center, 222 2nd Ave SW (Wednesdays)

Woodland – St. Philip Catholic Church, 430 Bozarth St (Fridays)

Rosburg – Community Center, off Altoona Rd (Thursdays)

Cathlamet – Hope Center, 3rd and Maple (Thursdays)