Free Food Resources 2021-22

Free Food Resources 2021-22

  • 2-1-1 Orange County - Central point of public information linking residents to resources, including food
    • Simply Dial 2-1-1
  • Cool Water Ministries
    • Call for Information: 949-292-6425
      • Reservations will be open on the Monday before the second Saturday distribution. Please email coolwaterministries@gmail.com and an email will be sent with the contact reservation window time.
      • Costa Mesa: Sign in at distribution, Must pre-register online, People who do not pre-register will not be served; Orange: Walk-Through and Drive-Through
        • Costa Mesa: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Second Saturday of the Month (must register online) 760 Victoria Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
        • Orange: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Fourth Saturday for the Month - 154 South Shaffer, Orange, CA 92866
  • Delivering with Dignity
    • The Delivery with Dignity service is intended for people who are struggling financially and most at risk according to U.S. Center for Disease Control guidelines for contracting coronavirus if they leave their homes including the elderly, those with underlying medical conditions, and their family members living in the same household. 
    • For questions or to learn about qualifying for meals reach out to us through 211 OC by:
    • Dialing 2-1-1 from your phone OR you may also dial:
      • (888) 600-HELP ((888) 600-4357) toll free
      • (949) 646-HELP ((949) 646-4357) local
  • Families Forward - At this time we are offering food assistance by appointment only,
    • Call 949-552-2727 to make an appointment.
    • 8 Thomas, Irvine, CA 92618
  • Lutheran Social Services - Food distribution. No appointments or documents necessary.
    • 12432 Ninth Street, Garden Grove, CA 92840
    • Call for Information: (714) 534-6450
    • Wednesday and Thursdays: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM- 3:00 PM
  • Mix Academy
    • Call for Information: (949) 477-0700
    • 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm @ 1010 W 17th St, Santa Ana, CA 92706
    • Food Drive Dates:
      • August 27
      • September 10 & 24
      • October 8 & 22
      • November 5 & 29
      • December 3 & 17
  • Norbert Catholic Church – Weekly drive-thru food distribution. Distribution of fresh nutritional food, (fresh fruit/ vegetables, eggs, milk, canned goods, beans/ rice and bread). Onsite registration necessary.
    • 300 East Taft Avenue, Orange, CA 92865
    • Call for Information: (714) 637-4360
    • Saturdays: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Orange County Food Bank
  • Our Redeemer Church - Food Pantry (families are able to receive food from this location once a month)
    • 12301 Magnolia Ave, Garden Grove CA 92841
    • Call for Information: (714) 539-9541
    • Bags of Groceries are handed out at the church on Saturday Mornings 9:00 am to 12:00 pm (noon). No Food Distribution during the week. Contact Lutheran Social Services (Ninth and Lampson) for midweek food distribution.
  • Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County
    • Helpline toll free: (855) 2-FeedOC or (855) 233-3362
    • Offers a meal to children. Meals consist of sandwiches, salads, wraps, etc. Each meal includes fresh fruit, vegetable, and milk. Participation in the after-school program is not required to receive a Kids Cafe meal.
      • Boys and Girls Club of Santa Ana - Lunch: 11:30 am-12:30 pm Monday-Friday
        Snack: 3:00 pm-3:30 pm Monday-Friday
    • Mobile Food Pantry at Bryant Elementary: 8371 Orangewood, Garden Grove
      • 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
      • September 16, October 20, November 17, December 15, January 19, February 16, March 16, April 20, May 18
    • Drive Thru Food Pantry at Violette Elementary: 1201 Lampson Ave., Garden Grove
      • 9:45 AM – 10:45 AM
      • September 22, October 27, November 17, December 15, January 16, February 23, March 23, April 27, May 25
    • Mobile Food Pantry at Heritage Elementary: 426 S. Andres Pl, Santa Ana
      • 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
      • 1 st Thursday from September 2021 to May 2022
    • Mobile Food Pantry at Woodbury Elementary: 11362 Woodbury Rd, Garden Grove
      • 1:00 PM 2:00 PM
      • August 30, October 4, November 1, December 6, January 10, February 7, February 28, April 4, May 2, May 23
  • Share Our Selves - Food Pantry (no appointment necessary, please bring Photo ID and Proof of Orange County Residency).
    • 1550 Superior Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    • Call for Information: (949) 270-2100
    • M-F: 8 AM- 4:30 PM
  • Southwest Community Center
    • 1601 W 2 nd St, Santa Ana, CA 92703
    • Call for Information: (714) 547-4073
    • Drive Thru Food Distribution on Monday and Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Registration On Site Necessary)
    • Diaper Bank on Monday and Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Registration on site and birth certificate/ proof of birth necessary)
    • Hot Meals To-Go Only: (Primarily for Homeless Population) Monday – Sunday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM