• Food Assistance and Food Distribution Resources

     

  • If you or your family need assistance regarding virtual school options, transportation, immigration, health, wellness, food or housing, please call LAUSD's Family Hotline at (213) 443-1300.

    The hotline is now available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

  • ALL LOS ANGELES UNIFIED STUDENTS MAY EAT UP TO THREE MEALS PER DAY ON CAMPUS

    Under CA Universal Meals Policy, every student is entitled to a free breakfast and lunch daily. Please encourage your student to come to the cafeteria to get a breakfast and lunch meal.

    Supper meals are available to all LAUSD students ages 1-18 after school. More updates coming! Operating Monday through Friday at most district schools. Click on link for list of schools to find a school in your neighborhood.

    CLICK HERE TO FIND A SCHOOL NEAR YOU

    Supper meals are served at dismissal after the instructional day has ended. 
    (Per program requirements, the supper meal must be eaten on campus)

  • LA ParksLA County Parks Food Programs

    LA County Parks is expanding the capacity of its Food Programs at parks. LA County Parks provides the following food safety net services programs for youth, teens, and seniors. These food programs are:

    Free Healthy Youth Snack Program at 48 parks (Monday thru Friday @ 3pm-4pm) — ages 17 and under.

    Free Hot Supper (Dinner) Program at Our SPOT Teen Centers for teens at 16 parks (Monday through Friday @ 7pm) — ages 12 to 18 years old. 

    Free Senior Food Program for older adults at 9 parks (Monday through Friday) – age 55+

    For more information, scan the QR code below or visit: http://bit.ly/lacparksfoodprograms 

    LA County QR

  • FlyerCity of LA Family Source Center Weekly Food Distribution

    Come pick up fresh produce, pantry staples, and other groceries for you and your family — completely free of charge. 

    Eligibility:

    • Residence: Must reside in the City of Los Angeles
    • Income Threshold: Low-income individuals and families

    Download the list of food distribution locations here or visit their website to find a FamilySource Center near you. They serve ALL Angelenos regardless of immigration status and includes weekend options. All are welcome — we are here to serve you!

  • FlyerCity of LA Family Source Center Emergency Financial Assistance

    The delay of CalFresh benefits is deeply impacting the lives of our communities and families. We are here to help! Limited financial assistance is available at FamilySource Centers in addition to food assistance and other essential services.

    • Food/Grocery Support
    • Utility Bill Assistance
    • Essential Services
    • Mental Health Services
    • Rental Assistance
    • Other Resources

    Visit their website to find a FamilySource Center near you!

  • YMCALA Regional Food Bank Pantry Locator

    To find your local food pantry, click here or download the pantry locator instructions here!

    Note: Pantry distribution dates and times are subject to change. Please contact the agency directly to confirm distribution times.

  • YMCASpecial Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC)

    If you are pregnant or have a child under 5, WIC can help provide nutritious foods and more resources to keep your growing family healthy.

    To apply, visit: www.startwic.org or text “APPLY” to 91997

  • YMCAYMCA FeedLA

    When families need support, FeedLA is there with more than a meal. It’s a moment of relief, a bridge to belonging. Depending on the location and program, you can stop by a Y center to pick up fresh produce, sign up for home deliveries, or bring your kids for a hot meal. FeedLA programs happen all month at Ys across LA—no cost, no catch, just support when you need it.

    Visit any participating Y during distribution hours, or email SisySagastume@ymcaLA.org for more info!

    Click here for a list of FeedLA Produce Distribution sites and their hours.

  • LAUSD Foundation LogoLAUSD Education Foundation - Compassion Fund

    The LAUSD Education Foundation is launching an urgent appeal through its Compassion Fund to provide emergency assistance for families most affected by the loss of SNAP benefits. Working in close coordination with Los Angeles Unified, the Foundation will distribute funds in the form of grocery gift cards and direct family support to ensure immediate relief.
     
    Schools across the District will also be invited to plan Food Drives to help replenish local food banks and pantries. Families and neighbors are encouraged to donate non-perishable items such as canned fruits and vegetables, soups, rice, beans, pasta, cereal, peanut butter, and shelf-stable milk.