Programs & Services

Food Access

We believe that every child, adult and senior should have access to familiar, nutritious and sufficient food. Our programs close gaps to food access while strengthening and supporting Sacramento County’s food safety net.

Neighborhood Distributions

We partner with 135+ agencies to distribute free food at 180+ sites throughout Sacramento County.

CalFresh Outreach

We help eligible community members access CalFresh, California’s name for the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Partner Agency & Community Engagement

Utilizing financial grants, education and training, we build the capacity of our 135+ partner agencies to best reach the communities they serve.

Food for Seniors

We provide low-income seniors over the age of 60 with approximately 30 pounds of free pantry staples each month.

Advocacy

To address the root causes of food insecurity and poverty, we advocate at the local, state and national levels for policy reform and program improvements.

Community Resources

We provide daily essentials and additional services so our neighbors don’t have to make impossible tradeoffs between food and other necessities.

Diapers

We partner with over 70 local agencies to distribute free diapers to families in need.

Immigration Legal Services

We offer low-cost immigration legal services to help eligible individuals navigate the complexities of obtaining lawful status in the United States.

Refugee Resettlement Services

We provide case management and assistance to a limited number of pre-assigned refugees arriving in Sacramento.

SMUD EnergyHELP

In partnership with SMUD, we distribute funds to help keep the lights on for pre-selected, low-income customers in jeopardy of having their power disconnected. For more information, call 1-888-742-7683.