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.
Berkeley Food Pantry
1600 Sacramento Street Berkeley, CA 94702
Phone: 510-525-2280
Berkeley Food Network
Various Locations
Phone: 510-616-5383
Alameda County Community Food Bank
7900 Edgewater Drive Oakland, CA 94621
Phone: 510-635-3663
Dorothy Dayhouse
1931 Center Street, Berkeley, CA 94704
Phone: 510-705-1325
Food Bank of Contra Costa & Solano
Various Locations
Phone: 855-309-3663
St. John the Baptist
11150 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530
Phone: 510 232-5659
Richmond Emergency Food Pantry
2369 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA 94804
Phone: 510-235-9732
Bay Area Rescue Mission
123 Macdonald Avenue Richmond, CA 94801
Phone: 510-215-4887
Living Hope Neighborhood Church
2800 Rheem Ave Richmond, CA 94804
Phone: 510-233-7353