Akin - Walla Walla

02/11/2026

From all of us at Akin, thank you. 💗
Because of your support at the SweetHearts for Kids Luncheon today, families in Walla Walla will have access to resources, relationships, and real change.

We are so grateful to do this work together.

If you weren’t able to attend but still want to support please visit our website or donate directly at https://akinfamily.givevirtuous.org/donate/shfk---ww-2026

02/10/2026

We can’t wait to welcome you tomorrow to the SweetHearts for Kids Luncheon! 🎉

🕑 Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. - Lunch begins at 12pm
📍 Location: Marcus Whitman Hotel & Conference Center

Thank you for showing up for families in Walla Walla. 💗

01/13/2026

What does it look like when a whole community shows up for families?

Find out at the SweetHearts for Kids Luncheon on Feb 11. Hear real stories from Walla Walla families and support the programs that make a difference every day.

Don’t miss out: RSVP here: https://akin.ejoinme.org/2026WallaWalla

01/06/2026

💗Mark your calendars, Walla Walla!💗

The SweetHearts for Kids Luncheon returns Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Join us for a heartwarming gathering in support of local families.

Join us for the SweetHearts for Kids Luncheon on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. This special event helps power the services of Akin's Family Resource Center from parenting support to diapers to youth groups and more.

Reserve your seat today: https://akin.ejoinme.org/2026WallaWalla

12/17/2025

This holiday season, our hearts are incredibly full.

To our community, partners, and every individual who donated Christmas gifts for our families at AKIN—thank you. Your generosity is more than a gift; it is a reminder to the families we serve that they are seen, valued, and supported.

Because of you, children will wake up on Christmas morning with excitement, joy, and a sense of belonging. Parents will feel relief, hope, and the comfort of knowing their community showed up for them during a season that can be especially challenging.

Your kindness creates lasting impact beyond the holidays. It strengthens families, builds connection, and reinforces the message that no one has to walk alone. We are deeply grateful for each act of generosity and for a community that continues to show up with compassion and care.

From all of us at AKIN—thank you for making this season brighter and for helping create meaningful moments that families will carry with them long after the holidays are over.

🎁💙

12/10/2025

🎄✨ Giving Tree Reminder! ✨🎄
Our Giving Tree at Gesa Credit Union on Tietan St. in Walla Walla still has several tags left for kiddos in our community who are in need of gifts this holiday season.

If you’re able, please stop by, grab a tag, and help us make this season a little brighter for a child. Your generosity truly makes a difference. ❤️

Thank you, Walla Walla, for always showing up for our families!

11/06/2025

Families need support now more than ever! Please consider making a donation now: https://bit.ly/4hLPBEN

Families across WA state are feeling the impact of food insecurity.

With the freeze and delay of SNAP benefits, thousands of families are struggling to put food on the table. As the full impact of these cuts takes effect, food insecurity is only expected to grow.

The need is NOW.

We have launched a coordinated statewide effort to raise emergency funds and fight hunger, providing families with food, diapers, and household essentials.

Our goal is clear: Raise $100,000 to ensure no child or family goes without the basics they need to survive.


Help NOW and make a donation today: https://bit.ly/4hLPBEN

11/05/2025

We are so grateful for the incredible generosity we’ve seen from our community! Over the past week, so many of you have stepped up to help keep our food pantry shelves full — thank you!

As we continue to see high demand, especially with the current SNAP benefit delays, we want to make it as easy as possible for everyone to give.

If you’d like to support but aren’t able to drop off donations in person, you can help by purchasing directly from our online wish lists:

🛒 Amazon Wish List: https://a.co/bQEhCk9

🏬 Walmart Wish List: https://www.walmart.com/registry/TR/bc225a54-b739-4cf0-9b01-ce30b2997840

Every item helps a local family. Thank you for continuing to show care, compassion, and community spirit — it truly makes a difference.

11/04/2025

💙Thank You for Your Incredible Support!💙

We are so grateful for the enormous outpouring of donations that have come through our doors over the past week — your generosity has truly helped us serve more families in need. Every can, box, and bag has made a difference, and we couldn’t do it without you!

We have 82 families signed up for our food pantry this Friday! That doesn’t include call-ins or walk-ins that we receive the day of. We are trying hard to get our food pantry stocked in the next few days to ensure that we can support these families.

As we continue to meet growing needs, our food pantry fridge is empty. Refrigerated items are essential for families to enjoy nutritious, balanced meals — and we could use your help restocking it.

We’re currently in need of:
- 🥚 Eggs
- 🥛 Milk
- 🧀 Cheese
- 🍦 Yogurt

If you’re able to donate, please drop off items at our Family Resource Center during regular hours.
Together, we’re keeping our shelves — and hearts — full. 💕

1612 Penny Lane, Walla Walla, WAs

10/31/2025

🚨 Help Feed Local Families 🚨

With SNAP benefits at risk due to the federal shutdown, partners have launched the Walla Walla Valley Hunger Relief Coalition (WWVHRC). Help today:
🍎 Donate: secure.qgiv.com/event/wwvhrc
🥫 Drop off food: BMAC Food Bank, 921 W. Cherry St, M–F, 8am–2pm
🤝 Host a food drive
📣Share this post to spread the word

Funds raised will purchase food cards from local grocery stores for distribution to eligible households and food raised will support local pantries and food programs.

WWVHRC partners include: Akin - Walla Walla, Blue Mountain Community Foundation, Burwood Brewing Company, Blue Mountain Community Church, Blue Mountain Heart to Heart, Catholic Charities + The Loft - Walla Walla, First Congregational Church of Walla Walla - United Church of Christ, Communities In Schools of the Blue Mountain Region, Christian Aid Center, Hope Street, The Pantry at St. Frances Cabrini Charitable Services, Pioneer United Methodist Church, Providence St. Mary Medical Center, The Salvation Army - Walla Walla, WA, SonBridge, Skyrocket Church, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Sustainable Living Center, Walla Walla Alliance for the Homeless, Walla Walla Valley Chamber of Commerce, Walla Walla Community College, Walla Walla County Department of Community Health, Walla Walla Immigrant Rights Coalition, Walla Walla Senior Center, City of Walla Walla Government, City of College Place, Washington, The Health Center, City of Waitsburg and Walla Walla YMCA.

10/27/2025

📢 Community Help Needed – Supporting Families During the Shutdown

Our Family Resource Center has always been here to serve local families, and right now, the need is greater than ever. With the government shutdown and potential end of SNAP benefits for many, we’ve already seen a sharp increase in families coming through our doors—just in the past week alone.

Our food pantry shelves are being stretched thin, and we need your help to continue supporting those who rely on us for meals and stability.

🍎 How You Can Help:
We are asking our amazing community to consider donating non-perishable and parishible food items such as:
• Canned fruits, vegetables, and soups
• Pasta, rice, and beans
• Peanut butter, cereal, and shelf-stable milk
• Baby food and formula

Milk, eggs, bread, hamburger helper, Rice-A-Roni, tuna, spam, spaghetti sauce, oatmeal, and kid friendly snacks are a luxury that can mean so much to a family who visits our food pantry.

Every donation—big or small—makes a difference for a family in need. ❤️

📍Donations can be dropped off at:
1612 Penny Lane, Walla Walla, WA 99362

Together, we can make sure no family in our community goes hungry during this difficult time.
Thank you for always showing up for one another. 💛