Since 1991 Seattle has recognized the efforts of agencies and individuals who’s outstanding work in ending community hunger through an annual awards ceremony in three categories.  The award categories are; Outstanding Agency or Staff Member, Community Volunteer, and Community Leader.  Award recipients for each category are selected by a committee from their respective coalitions within the Seattle emergency food system.  The two aspects of these awards are the Meals Partnership Coalition and the Seattle Food Committee (food banks).

Meal providers and community hunger activists, please join us for the 19th Annual Seattle Mayor’s End Hunger Awards on October 18th at the Palace Ballroom from 9:00 am – 11:00 am.  The cost is $15.00 per person and includes a wonderful breakfast.  To register please contact Trish Twomey, trisht@solid-ground.org with the Seattle Food Committee.

On Oct. 19, 2009 at the Palace Ballroom the 18th annual Mayor’s End Hunger Awards were presented to last year’s recipients.

Outstanding Staff or Agency: Diane Carmel with Pike Market Senior Center

Community Volunteer: Marvin Walker with Hunger Intervention Program

Community Leader: Al Poole with Seattle Human Services Department