There are so many ways to partner with Central California Food Bank. Perhaps it’s on the financial side, gifting us with monetary donations to sustain our food programs. Or maybe […]
Bank of America – The Ultimate Partner
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New Policies & Procedures for Agencies
Central California Food Bank continues to carefully monitor developments regarding the global spread of COVID-19, and as cases continue to grow in our service area, Central California Food Bank is […]
COVID-19 Update
Coronavirus defense at Central California Food Bank We understand the spread of Coronavirus (also known as COVID-19) is concerning and you may be wondering how this affects Central California Food […]
Meet Ed.
It’s 7am on a Saturday and 35 degrees outside. A well-dressed, happy-go-lucky man is standing in line at a local food distribution. His cheery disposition is surprising given the time, […]
From Food Pantry Recipient to Food Pantry Coordinator – How One Woman’s Experience with Hunger Went Full Circle
Laura Hernandez grew up in Downtown Los Angeles. Her mother was a hardworking single mom who worked multiple jobs to make ends meet. When times were tough — such as […]
School Pantry Supports Families in Need
Lauren* is a 7th grader at Gaston Middle School in Fresno. She has been helping with her school’s food pantry since December 2018. The School Pantry at Gaston is a […]
Making Ends Meet
Mary (name changed for confidentiality) is a Classroom Aid in Sanger and is recently married. This is her first time at a fresh produce distribution and she is waiting in […]
CalFresh Provides Financial Relief
Story provided by Evette Tovar-Lugo Last month, one of our CalFresh Coordinators was referred by WIC to meet with a woman in Kings County. This particular woman had been previously […]
Produce Helps Family Stay Healthy
Meet Blanca, a mother who serves as the primary caregiver for her entire household, which consists of her husband, five-year-old son, mother, and two parents-in-law. While her husband works, Blanca […]
When the Unexpected Happens
Written by Alicia Linares, Grant Writer Brenetta is one of two CalFresh Outreach Coordinators at Central California Food Bank and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work. She […]