FISH Community Food Bank of Kittitas County

FISH Community Food Bank of Kittitas County "Friends In Service to Humanity"

Mission: FISH is a community-building partner, demonstrating the love of Christ by connecting our neighbors to food, resources and hope.

Vision: Every person in Kittitas County has

• Access to: Nutritious food and Supportive community
• Opportunity for: Education to make healthy choices 

FISH Community Food Bank exists to serve those neighbors who are hungry and in need of resources that will provide the opportunities to better their quality of life. These core values are intended to guide the actions of staff, members of the Board of Directors and volunteers, as they interact with clients, colleagues, volunteers, donors, and other community partners. The core values that are the foundation for our services are:

• Compassion - We are caring. The gift of compassion moves people to action on behalf of those in need. Compassion is not simply caring about others; rather, it’s such a radical caring that leaves us no choice but to make sacrifices for others.
• Dignity - We show respect. Holding the value of dignity means showing respect for each person, not for anything they do or any rank they hold, but because they reflect the Face of God.
• Honesty - We speak the truth in love. All staff, Board members and volunteers are expected to deal honestly with their colleagues, board members, persons receiving services, and the community at large. The value of honesty cannot be compromised. We must be honest without being hurtful.
• Growth - We provide opportunity. Our aim is to help people to have better lives by providing encouragement by offering the opportunities for training, physical support, and educational support.
• Cooperation - We work together. We strive to work with people who support common values and visions to achieve shared goals.
• Stewardship - We are intentional. Creating safe environments, protecting people, and managing resources will allow us to further our mission. We can exceed expectations through teamwork, innovation, and transparency.
• Courage - We are faithful to our mission. We will run the race well, even when opposition and challenges arise.