If you’re having trouble accessing food because of the CalFresh/SNAP benefit freeze caused by the federal government shutdown, you are not alone. Many families across California are being affected, which is why I’ve compiled a list of food banks and resources below.
Community partners across the district are stepping up to provide free groceries and hot meals. Whether you need a one-time bag of food or ongoing support, local food banks can help bridge the gap until benefits resume.
- Call 211 to get connected to the nearest food distribution site or community pantry.
- Search the California Association of Food Banks to find a food bank near you.
- If you'd like to help, consider volunteering at your local food bank.
Alameda Food Bank
677 West Ranger Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501
Phone: (510) 523-5850
Alameda County Community Food Bank (ACCFB)
7900 Edgewater Drive, Oakland, CA 94621
Phone: (510) 635-3663
Faith Lutheran Church of Castro Valley Food Pantry
20080 Redwood Rd., Castro Valley, CA
Phone: (510) 581-0818
Resurrection Greek Orthodox Church Food Pantry
20104 Center Street, Castro Valley, CA
Phone: (510) 581-8950
South Hayward Parish Food Pantry
27287 Patrick Ave., Hayward, CA 94544
Phone: (510) 785-3663
San Lorenzo Family Help Center
20960 Corsair Blvd., Hayward, CA
Phone: (341) 314-6770
Tri‐Valley Haven Food Pantry
150 N L Street, Livermore, CA
Phone: (925) 449-1664
MCC East Bay Food Pantry
5724 W Las Positas Blvd, Pleasanton, CA 94588
Phone: (925) 264-9297
Hope 4 the Heart
22035 Meekland Ave., Hayward, CA 94541
Phone: (510) 581-4673
Centro de Servicios Food Pantry
525 H Street or 33750 6th Street
Union City, CA 94587
Phone: (510) 489-4100
New Life Christian Church
1265 B. Street Hayward, CA 94541
Phone: (510) 889-1304
The Peace Haven
1063 A St, Hayward, CA 94541
Phone: (408) 680 6577