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Food Pantries, Food Banks and Free Meals in California

Search for food assistance throughout California, including food pantries, food banks, soup kitchens, mobile distributions, and meal programs.

Hours, eligibility rules, and food availability may change. Contact the organization before visiting whenever possible.

Active Programs 455 approved listings in California
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Church On The Rock - The Manna Project

Food assistance Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Woodland, CA 630 Cottonwood St.
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Every Tuesday & Thursday morning at 9:00 am sharp we are able to giveaway free food to the community. If you are in need of food, please come to our church lobby to receive a blessing! First Come, First Serve. Limited quantities.

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Martinez LFCC Dining Room

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Martinez, CA 1802 Alhambra Avenue
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

The mission of Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa is to provide community based food programs and partner services that focus on basic needs. We nourish lives! Since 1983, we have served over 4.0 million meals to many thousands of hungry peo...

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Oakley LFCC Dining Room

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Oakley, CA 1403 Main St.
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

The mission of Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa is to provide community based food programs and partner services that focus on basic needs. We nourish lives! Since 1983, we have served over 4.0 million meals to many thousands of hungry peo...

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Pittsburg LFCC Dining Room

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Pittsburg, CA 1415 Simpson Court
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

The mission of Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa is to provide community based food programs and partner services that focus on basic needs. We nourish lives! Since 1983, we have served over 4.0 million meals to many thousands of hungry peo...

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Antioch LFCC Dining Room

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Antioch, CA 403 West Sixth Street
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

The mission of Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa is to provide community based food programs and partner services that focus on basic needs. We nourish lives! Since 1983, we have served over 4.0 million meals to many thousands of hungry peo...

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Bay Point LFCC Dining Room

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Bay Point, CA 62 Bella Vista Ave
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

The mission of Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa is to provide community based food programs and partner services that focus on basic needs. We nourish lives! Since 1983, we have served over 4.0 million meals to many thousands of hungry peo...

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Calvary Chapel the Rock Food Ministry

Hot meals Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Santa Rosa, CA 915 G Piner Road
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Tuesdays 7:00 AM @ Calvary The Rock. We have a wonderful group of men and women who get together and make food boxes for families in our fellowship. If you are interested in helping out, or would like to receive meals, please email us.

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Casa Esperanza - Community Kitchen

Hot meals Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Santa Barbara, CA 816 Cacique Street
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

You can help feed Santa Barbara's most needy. As we transition to a 24-hour sobriety based shelter program, Community Kitchen will continue to serve up to 300 meals each day. Feeding this many people every day is a challenge and we need you...

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Church of Christ Exeter - Food Pantry

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Exeter, CA 320 East Firebaugh Ave
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

The Food Pantry ministry seeks to provide non-perishable food to those who are hungry and financially challenged. Jesus fed the 5000 and the 4000 of his followers during his ministry, having compassion upon them for their hunger. In seeking...

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Church of the Incarnation - Open Table

Hot meals Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Santa Rosa, CA 550 Mendocino Avenue
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

Open Table is a welcoming ministry that opens Incarnation's doors to 75-125 individuals from the neighboring street community, providing breakfast and a safe respite from the elements every Sunday morning between 6:30am and 8:00am. We serve...

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CVC Food Ministry

Food assistance Direct service not yet confirmed Not recently verified
Cambria, CA 1617 Main Street
Schedule: Schedule not listed
Access: Appointment or walk-in status not listed

2nd and 4th Thursdays 11am-2pm

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Where can I find free food in California?

Use the city links on this page or search by ZIP code to compare pantries, meal programs, and other food assistance listings.

Do programs have the same requirements statewide?

No. Requirements vary by organization and program. A listing may mention documents, appointments, referrals, or service areas when that information is available.

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