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A graphic hierarchy of the good food economy of Washington.

Mapping Food Access Across Washington: Identifying Gaps and Connections

11.02.2026 in Seattle Good Business Network, Washington state, Harvest VISTA

Abigail Nkansah expanded a Washington food service database to over 820 organizations, uncovering significant disparities between well-resourced urban areas and underrepresented communities. Recognizing that gaps represented stories of hunger, she shifted from documentation to intentional inclusion, prioritizing smaller providers that might otherwise remain invisible and clarifying where resources must be strengthened for equitable food distribution.

Cheers to Another Celebrates

08.11.2024 in City Fruit

Hallie Evans is an AmeriCorps member serving at City Fruit as the Communications and Development Specialist in Seattle, Washington. Their service is focused on increasing City Fruit’s fundraising capacities through tools such as event planning, qualitative research, and social media. Every year, City Fruit hosts…