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Media Advisory
Contact Information
Karissa Braxton
Email: Karissa.Braxton2@seattle.gov
TODAY: Mayor Harrell to Preview Significant Investment in Food Access in 2026 Budget
Budget proposal will include expansion to highly praised Fresh Bucks program, support for food banks and meal programs, and advance food equity across Seattle.
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell will preview millions in proposed investments as part of his 2026 budget, focused on expanding access to healthy, affordable food across Seattle. The mayor’s investment plan is focused on advancing food equity, strengthening community partnerships, and building resilient neighborhoods in the face of reduced federal support.
Press interested in attending should RSVP to Karissa.Braxton2@seattle.gov. The event will be recorded by Seattle Channel and available online after the event here.
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2:00 PM, Thursday, September 4, 2025
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For location details please RSVP to Karissa.Braxton2@seattle.gov
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Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell
Jennifer Antos, Executive Director, Seattle Neighborhood Farmers Markets
César García, Co-Director, Lake City Collective
Melissa Knox, Associate Teaching Professor, Department of Economics, University of Washington
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Mayor Bruce Harrell to announce budget proposals to significantly increase access to affordable and healthy food
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