Finding access to nutritious food is a fundamental need, and Local Food Banks are crucial resources for individuals and families facing food insecurity. If you are struggling to put food on the table, you are not alone, and help is available in your community. This guide will help you locate a local food bank near you in California.
For immediate assistance, please don’t hesitate to call 2-1-1. This service is available 24 hours a day and can connect you with health and human service programs, including food banks, in your local area.
Alameda
Alpine
Amador
Butte
Calaveras
Colusa
Contra Costa
Del Norte
El Dorado
Fresno
Glenn
Humboldt
Imperial
Inyo
Kern
Kings
Lake
Los Angeles
Madera
Marin
Mariposa
Mendocino
Merced
Mono
Monterey
Napa
Nevada
Orange
Placer
Plumas
Riverside
Sacramento
San Benito
San Bernardino
San Diego
San Francisco
San Joaquin
San Luis Obispo
San Mateo
Santa Barbara
Santa Clara
Santa Cruz
Shasta
Sierra
Siskiyou
Solano
Sonoma
Stanislaus
Sutter
Tehama
Trinity
Tulare
Tuolumne
Ventura
Yolo
Yuba
A wide shot of a food bank distribution event, showing volunteers handing out boxes of food to people in cars, emphasizing community support and access to food assistance.
Understanding Local Food Banks and Their Role in Communities
Local food banks are more than just food distribution centers; they are vital community hubs dedicated to fighting hunger and food insecurity. As non-profit organizations, typically holding 501(c)3 status, food banks operate with a commitment to ensuring that everyone, regardless of their circumstances, has access to nutritious food. They are governed by a Board of Directors composed of community representatives, ensuring they are deeply rooted in and responsive to the needs of the population they serve.
The work of a local food bank is multifaceted. They act as central points for collecting, safely storing, and distributing a wide array of food products. This includes fresh produce sourced from local farms and grocery stores, as well as non-perishable pantry staples. By efficiently managing food donations and resources, food banks prevent food waste while simultaneously channeling essential food items to those who need them most.
Beyond food distribution, local food banks often play a broader role in connecting individuals with essential support services. They can assist people in accessing other crucial benefits programs and serve as volunteer coordination centers, fostering community engagement in addressing hunger. Operating on the core principles of client choice, dignity, and respect, local food banks strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone seeking food assistance. They recognize and value the diversity of the communities they serve, tailoring their services to meet varied cultural and individual needs.
For more in-depth information, you can explore 10 Food Bank Facts to further understand the impact and scope of food banks in combating hunger.
Alameda
[
Alameda County Community Food Bank
https://www.accfb.org](https://www.accfb.org)
(510) 635-3663
Alpine
[
Food Bank of El Dorado County
https://foodbankedc.org](https://foodbankedc.org)
(530) 621-9950
Amador
[
Interfaith Council of Amador
https://www.feedamador.org](https://www.feedamador.org)
(209) 267-9006
Butte
[
Community Action Agency of Butte County – North State Food Bank
https://www.buttecaa.com/north-state-food-bank](https://www.buttecaa.com/north-state-food-bank)
(530) 712-2600
Calaveras
[
The Resource Connection Food Bank
https://trcac.org/the-food-bank](https://trcac.org/the-food-bank)
(209) 754-1257
Colusa
[
Community Action Agency of Butte County – North State Food Bank
https://www.buttecaa.com/north-state-food-bank](https://www.buttecaa.com/north-state-food-bank)
(530) 712-2600
Contra Costa
[
Food Bank of Contra Costa & Solano
https://www.foodbankccs.org](https://www.foodbankccs.org)
(855) 309-3663
Del Norte
Non Member This location is not a member of CAFB
[
Rural Human Services
http://ruralhumanservices.net](http://ruralhumanservices.net)
707-464-7441
El Dorado
[
Food Bank of El Dorado County
https://foodbankedc.org](https://foodbankedc.org)
(530) 621-9950
Fresno
[
Central California Food Bank
https://ccfoodbank.org](https://ccfoodbank.org)
(559) 237-3663
Glenn
[
Community Action Agency of Butte County – North State Food Bank
https://www.buttecaa.com/north-state-food-bank](https://www.buttecaa.com/north-state-food-bank)
(530) 712-2600
Humboldt
[
Food for People
https://www.foodforpeople.org](https://www.foodforpeople.org)
(707) 445-3166
Imperial
[
Imperial Valley Food Bank
http://www.ivfoodbank.com](http://www.ivfoodbank.com)
(760) 370-0966
Inyo
Non Member This location is not a member of CAFB
[
Inyo Mono Advocates for Community Action (IMACA)
https://www.imaca.net](https://www.imaca.net)
(760) 873-8557
Kern
[
Community Action Partnership of Kern
http://www.capk.org](http://www.capk.org)
(661) 398-4520
Kings
[
Kings Community Action Organization
https://www.kcao.org](https://www.kcao.org)
(559) 582-4386
Lake
Non Member This location is not a member of CAFB
[
Clearlake Gleaners Inc
(707) 263-8082
Los Angeles
[
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
https://www.lafoodbank.org](https://www.lafoodbank.org)
(323) 234-3030
[
Westside Food Bank
http://www.westsidefoodbankca.org](http://www.westsidefoodbankca.org)
(310) 828-6016
Madera
Non Member This location is not a member of CAFB
[
Madera County Food Bank
https://www.maderafoodbank.com](https://www.maderafoodbank.com)
(559) 674-1482
Marin
[
SF-Marin Food Bank
https://www.sfmfoodbank.org](https://www.sfmfoodbank.org)
(415) 282-1900
Mariposa
[
Merced County Food Bank
https://mmcfb.org](https://mmcfb.org)
(209) 726-3663
Mendocino
[
Mendocino Food & Nutrition Program – The Fort Bragg Food Bank
http://www.fortbraggfoodbank.org](http://www.fortbraggfoodbank.org)
(707) 964-9404 /9409
Merced
[
Merced County Food Bank
https://mmcfb.org](https://mmcfb.org)
(209) 726-3663
Mono
Non Member This location is not a member of CAFB
[
Inyo Mono Advocates for Community Action (IMACA)
https://www.imaca.net](https://www.imaca.net)
(760) 873-8557
Monterey
[
Food Bank for Monterey County
https://www.foodbankformontereycounty.org](https://www.foodbankformontereycounty.org)
(831) 758-1523
Napa
[
Community Action of Napa Valley Food Bank
http://canv.org](http://canv.org)
(707) 253-6128
Nevada
Non Member This location is not a member of CAFB
[
Food Bank of Nevada County
https://foodbankofnc.org](https://foodbankofnc.org)
(530) 272-3796
Orange
[
Orange County Food Bank
https://ocfoodbank.org](https://ocfoodbank.org)
(714) 897-6670
[
Second Harvest Food Bank Orange County
https://www.feedoc.org](https://www.feedoc.org)
(949) 653-2900
Placer
[
Placer Food Bank
http://placerfoodbank.org](http://placerfoodbank.org)
(916) 783-0481
Plumas
[
Community Action Agency of Butte County – North State Food Bank
https://www.buttecaa.com/north-state-food-bank](https://www.buttecaa.com/north-state-food-bank)
(530) 712-2600
Riverside
[
Feeding America Riverside San Bernardino
https://www.feedingamericaie.org](https://www.feedingamericaie.org)
(951) 359-4757
[
FIND – Food In Need of Distribution
http://www.findfoodbank.org](http://www.findfoodbank.org)
(760) 775-3663
Sacramento
[
Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services
https://www.sacramentofoodbank.org](https://www.sacramentofoodbank.org)
(916) 456-1980
San Benito
[
Community Food Bank of San Benito County
https://communityfoodbankofsbc.org](https://communityfoodbankofsbc.org)
(831) 637-0340
San Bernardino
[
Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino County
https://www.capsbc.org](https://www.capsbc.org)
(909) 723-1500
[
Feeding America Riverside San Bernardino
https://www.feedingamericaie.org](https://www.feedingamericaie.org)
(951) 359-4757
San Diego
[
Feeding San Diego
https://feedingsandiego.org](https://feedingsandiego.org)
(858) 452-3663
[
The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank
https://sandiegofoodbank.org](https://sandiegofoodbank.org)
(858) 527-1419
San Francisco
[
SF-Marin Food Bank
https://www.sfmfoodbank.org](https://www.sfmfoodbank.org)
(415) 282-1900
San Joaquin
[
Emergency Food Bank
http://www.stocktonfoodbank.org](http://www.stocktonfoodbank.org)
(209) 464-7369
[
Second Harvest of the Greater Valley
https://www.localfoodbank.org](https://www.localfoodbank.org)
(209) 239-2091
San Luis Obispo
[
SLO Food Bank
https://www.slofoodbank.org](https://www.slofoodbank.org)
(805) 238-4664
San Mateo
[
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
https://www.shfb.org](https://www.shfb.org)
1-800-984-3663
Santa Barbara
[
Foodbank of Santa Barbara
https://foodbanksbc.org](https://foodbanksbc.org)
(805) 967-5741
Santa Clara
[
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
https://www.shfb.org](https://www.shfb.org)
1-800-984-3663
Santa Cruz
[
Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County
https://www.thefoodbank.org](https://www.thefoodbank.org)
(831) 722-7110
Shasta
[
Dignity Health Connected Living
(530) 226-3073
Sierra
[
Community Action Agency of Butte County – North State Food Bank
https://www.buttecaa.com/north-state-food-bank](https://www.buttecaa.com/north-state-food-bank)
(530) 712-2600
Siskiyou
Non Member This location is not a member of CAFB
[
Great Northern Services
https://www.gnservices.org](https://www.gnservices.org)
(530) 938-4115
Solano
[
Food Bank of Contra Costa & Solano
https://www.foodbankccs.org](https://www.foodbankccs.org)
(855) 309-3663
Sonoma
[
Redwood Empire Food Bank
https://refb.org](https://refb.org)
(707) 523-7900
Stanislaus
[
Second Harvest of the Greater Valley
https://www.localfoodbank.org](https://www.localfoodbank.org)
(209) 239-2091
Sutter
[
Yuba-Sutter Food Bank
https://feedingys.org/](https://feedingys.org/)
(530) 673-3834
Tehama
[
Community Action Agency of Butte County – North State Food Bank
https://www.buttecaa.com/north-state-food-bank](https://www.buttecaa.com/north-state-food-bank)
(530) 712-2600
Trinity
Non Member This location is not a member of CAFB
[
Trinity County Food Bank
http://trinitycountyfoodbank.org](http://trinitycountyfoodbank.org)
(530) 739-0983
Tulare
[
FoodLink for Tulare County
http://foodlinktc.org](http://foodlinktc.org)
(559) 651-3663
Tuolumne
[
ATCAA Food Bank – Tuolumne County
https://www.atcaa.org/food-bank](https://www.atcaa.org/food-bank)
(209) 984-3960
Ventura
[
FOOD Share of Ventura County
https://foodshare.com](https://foodshare.com)
(805) 983-7100
Yolo
[
Yolo Food Bank
https://yolofoodbank.org](https://yolofoodbank.org)
(530) 668-0690
Yuba
[
Yuba-Sutter Food Bank
https://feedingys.org/](https://feedingys.org/)
(530) 673-3834
Connect with a Local Food Bank and Get Involved
Finding a local food bank is the first step towards accessing food assistance. We encourage you to reach out to the food bank serving your county directly through the provided website or phone number to learn more about their distribution schedules, eligibility criteria, and the specific types of assistance they offer.
Beyond seeking help, consider how you can support the vital work of local food banks. Food banks rely heavily on community support to operate and expand their reach. If you are in a position to help, becoming a volunteer is an invaluable contribution. Food banks always need helping hands for sorting food, packing boxes, and assisting with distributions. Donating food and funds are also crucial ways to ensure these organizations can continue to serve those in need. Even small contributions can make a significant difference in the fight against local hunger.
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