Access to healthy, nutrient dense, ethically and sustainably sourced local food is a fundamental human right.

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Centering Culture, Cultivating Community

Delridge Farmers Market is a BIPOC Priority Market in Seattle, WA a nonprofit program by the African Community Housing & Development.

At ACHD, our farmers market model prioritizes BIPOC [Black, Indigenous, Person of Color] farmers, chefs, and artisans who reflect and honor the cultural diversity of Southwest Seattle. At the market you'll find unique food and goods representing nations from across the globe, along with traditional farmers market staples like local produce and flowers. We are one of the only markets in town taking no fees or a cut of sales from our vendors - everyone keeps 100% of their revenue. We're building a one-stop shop focused on holistic community care - a space where we can come together to celebrate the abundance our local food producers and makers provide for us while gaining access to community support services.

At each market, Delridge Farmers Market distributes over $5,000 in free food and resources. Here are just some of the amazing things offered each week:

  • Free Food Program: Local fruits, veggies, grains and proteins for local families

  • Health & Wellness Program: Free diapers, hygiene, personal care products, and other basic needs

  • Hot meals, community health services, youth activities including a $5 voucher for every child in attendance to spend on food

  • Produce buyback guarantee for our farmers

The market is open every

Saturday from May 18 - October 26

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

9421 18th Ave SW Seattle, WA 98106

Delridge Farmers Market has also opened a second market in SeaTac!

OUR FIRST SEASON STARTS JULY 3rd!

First Wednesday of the Month, July - November 2024

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Matt Griffin YMCA

3595 S 188th St SeaTac, WA 98188

Market Dates: July 3rd, August 7th, September 4th, October 2nd, November 6th

Food resources

Home Grocery Delivery Program - CURRENT WAITLIST

United Way of King County provides free, weekly and biweekly home grocery delivery in partnership with King County food banks, Cascadia Produce, and DoorDash to over 5,000 households weekly.

We believe that, as a community, we need to reimagine the food system to better serve low-income, Black, Indigenous, and other households of color. You can participate in this program regardless of your citizenship or immigration status. No information about citizenship status is collected during enrollment.

To participate in this program, you must:

  • Live in King County, Washington

  • Be unable to access your local food bank in person

  • Be unable to afford groceries

Any person or family who identifies that they meet these criteria is eligible to receive this service, regardless of citizenship or immigration status. No information about citizenship status is collected during enrollment.

Free Summer Meals

United Way of King County dishes out tasty and nutritious, free summer meals for kids and teens aged 18 and under at places where your family lives, learns, and plays—including schools, parks, community centers, and faith-based organizations.

We lead the statewide Free Summer Meals Program in partnership with our state education agency, the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction. Together, we’re working to make access to healthy food as quick and easy as possible:

  • No fee, sign-up, or proof of identity or legal status is required.

  • Many sites also offer fun activities that help kids stay active and engaged when school is out.

  • Federal program rules have changed. At most sites, kids and teens need to be present to receive a meal and meals need to be eaten on-site. Some sites in rural areas offer Meals-to-Go, which can be taken off-site and eaten at home.

    Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

    You can get monthly benefits (up to $939/month for a family of four) to buy food through Basic Food, also known as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). How does it work? Every month, Basic Food Dollars are loaded onto an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card which is accepted across grocery stores, online, and at many farmers’ markets. 

    Money for Groceries

    SUN Bucks are coming to Washington! Also known as Summer EBT, SUN Bucks is a new federal program to support families during the summer.

    Eligible families will receive $120 in food benefits for each eligible child. Similar to SNAP (Basic Food), SUN Bucks are loaded onto a debit-style EBT card and can be used to buy food at places like grocery stores, farmers markets, and corner stores.

    SUN Bucks works alongside the Free Summer Meals program. Your family can receive both SUN Bucks and Free Summer Meals – you don’t need to choose just one.

    Eligibility for SUN Bucks is based on household income or participation in other public assistance programs like SNAP and TANF. Most eligible families will automatically receive a SUN Bucks card in the mail, but some families will need to apply for benefits.

    Use the screening tool to see if your child is eligible for SUN Bucks.