FISH of Cowlitz County

Our Story

FISH of Cowlitz County is an all volunteer non-profit that's been helping people since 1971!  We care for our community by responding to a variety of financial emergencies  - from food to medical assistance to help with utility bills. 

When people need help, FISH responds.

We Accomplished 

In 2022:

• Provided food to 21,042 people, 41% of them children through food baskets given out 5 days/week
• Paid for 75 prescriptions for uninsured, low income people
• Helped 293 families with water bills to keep their water running
• Helped 889 households prevent their electricity from being shut off
• Purchased propane for 994 people to heat their homes and cook
• Purchased bus passes for 155 low income adults
• Helped 29 adults receive an eye exam and glasses
• Paid for 385 pairs of shoes - for both foster and low income children

Give a Hand

We encourage you to join us in giving a hand by donating. Proceeds from Give Big Washington will be used when and where the need arises. If there is an increase in the demand for food, medical care, or help with utility bills, we will use it accordingly.  Our 300+ volunteers work hand in hand with local merchants to provide goods and services to our clients. 

We put our faith into action by doing whatever we can, whenever we can, with whatever we have.