Did you know that the San Diego Food Bank offers many programs to assist the community with hunger-relief and resource programs?
The Neighborhood Distribution Program distributes food to thousands of individuals and families once a month at more than 20 different sites throughout San Diego County. Neighborhood Distribution Program sites welcome anyone in need of food assistance. I.D. and documentation ARE NOT required, and there are no income or asset restrictions for this program. Please visit the website for distribution locations: https://sandiegofoodbank.org/programs/neighborhood-distribution-program/
The Food Bank started the Diaper Bank Program to help solve an important piece of the poverty puzzle for young parents living in poverty by giving them the hand up they need to work for their families. Diapers are expensive — a month’s supply for one child can cost between $70 and $80, and diapers cannot be purchased with CalFresh benefits or WIC. As a result, parents try to make do without diapers by stretching their supply by leaving babies in dirty diapers longer or by reusing diapers. The Food Bank partners with 8 nonprofit organizations to distribute diapers throughout San Diego County. Each location has different operating hours, and may have different eligibility criteria to receive diapers.
For specific information regarding the Food Bank’s programs, please call 1-866-350-FOOD (3663) toll free. A Food Bank staff member will be happy to assist you.