Our group includes parents of children (from babies to teens) with life-threatening food allergies, as well as adults with these allergies. Some have latex allergies.  Many are also dealing with other atopic diseases, such as asthma, environmental allergies, and ezcema.  We also have a few participants who have a professional interest in receiving or sharing information on dealing with anaphylactic food and latex allergies, and/or wish to advocate on behalf of people with these allergies.

• History of WA-FEAST

Our group was founded in February 1999, following the 1998 death of Kristine Kastner, a Mercer Island girl with a life-threatening nut allergy. One of the factors in her death was that emergency medical technicians (EMTs) responding to the 911 call were not allowed by law to carry and administer epinephrine. FEAST initially focused on providing education and support to those living with severe food allergies, as well as on changing the state law regarding EMT’s and epinephrine. The group took an active role in working for the passage of legislation permitting EMTs in the State of Washington to carry and administer epinephrine. This legislation was initially passed on a trial basis in 1999, and became permanent in 2005. FEAST was affiliated with the Washington State Chapter of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America from 1999-2008. In 2008 WA-FEAST incorporated as a not-for-profit in Washington State with 501(c)3 status.

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One or more pages of our website was last updated 6/14/2010 

• How We Are Organized

Washington FEAST incorporated as a not-for profit in Washington State in 2008. 
WA-FEAST Officers are: President-Kelly Morgan; Vice President-Jana Robertson; Assistant Vice President-Tiesha Stiles; Treasurer-Sarah Beddow; Secretary-Tamis Nordling.
Washington FEAST board of directors: Kelly Morgan (Board Chair), Sarah Beddow, Andrea Evans, Tamis Nordling, Jana Robertson, Kerstin (Kerrie) T. Schurr, Ann Stapleton and Tiesha Stiles 


Other WA-FEAST participants help with special projects.


We are not trained in the medical profession, but all of us have personal experience in living with food allergies. We are all committed to helping others live as safe and normal a life as possible in the face of life-threatening allergies.

• Contact Us

• FEAST Mission

Washington FEAST (Food Allergy, Eczema, and Asthma Support Team) provides education and support to individuals and caregivers who are affected by life-threatening food allergies and who may also deal with related atopic disorders such as eczema and asthma. We provide outreach to the newly diagnosed and the larger community, building awareness of the severity of these allergies as well as how to prevent allergic reactions and how to respond if reactions occur. When needed, we advocate for change that will improve the lives of food-allergic individuals.

We focus on practical ways of coping with food allergies and anaphylaxis in everyday life. Our meetings frequently include speakers and/or discussions on issues such as shopping and cooking tips, restaurants, family issues, schools and preschools, travel, media, and legislation. Many of our topics are also relevant to those with severe latex allergies.

FEAST is not in the business of providing medical advice. Please consult a qualified medical provider for medical advice pertaining to your own particular situation.