Eastside Community Works

Neighborhood-led since 2004

Neighbors feeding neighbors—building power block by block

Food pantry, youth makerspace, and eviction prevention—we’re a hub where neighbors solve problems together, not wait for permission.

1.2M

Meals distributed (2025)

400+

Families housed in crisis

2,400

Youth workshop hours

860

Active volunteers

Programs rooted in real stories

Community pantry 2.0

Choice pantry model—dignity first. Open Tue–Sat, no ID required for first visit.

Youth makerspace

Free after-school STEM + arts for ages 12–18—mentors from local tech volunteers.

“ECW didn’t hand us a form—they sat at our kitchen table and helped us stay housed.”

— Tanya M., Eastside resident

Volunteer this month

Shift-based roles: pantry stocking, delivery drivers, youth mentors. Background check for youth-facing roles.

  • → Weekend pantry — 3 shifts open
  • → Meal delivery — 12 routes