activities · 68
what they do
direct service · 62
- Client-Choice Food Distribution Grocery Store-Style Food DistributionOperates First Fruits Market, a grocery store-style, client-choice distribution model that allows individuals to select their own food items.
- Client-Choice Food Distribution Grocery Store-Style Food DistributionOperates First Fruits Market, a client-choice grocery store-style distribution model that allows individuals to select their own food items.
- Client-Choice Food Distribution Grocery Store-Style Food DistributionOperates First Fruits Market, a grocery store-style distribution model that allows individuals to select their own food items.
- Client-choice food distribution (First Fruits Market) Grocery Store-Style Food DistributionOperates First Fruits Market, a client-choice grocery store-style distribution model that allows individuals to select their own food items.
- Farmworker Food ProgramsDistributes food boxes, fresh produce, and tortillas to rural communities in Fresno, Tulare, and Kern counties specifically for farmworker populations.
- First Fruits Market Grocery Store-Style Food DistributionOperates First Fruits Market, a client-choice grocery store-style distribution model that allows individuals to select their own food items.
- Food Distribution Network Food Distribution Network ManagementDistributes food to over 300 partner feeding sites such as churches and community centers, and serves more than 320,000 people monthly through food distributions, meal recovery programs, grocery box pick-ups, and school sites across Fresno, Madera, Tulare, and Kern counties.
- Food Distribution Network Food Distribution Network ManagementDistributes food to over 300 partner feeding sites including churches, community centers, and schools across Central California, serving 320,000+ people monthly through food distributions, meal recovery, grocery box pick-ups, and school-based programs.
- Food Distribution through Partner Agencies Food Distribution via Partner NetworksDistributes food to over 300 partner feeding sites such as churches and community centers across Central California, including USDA-acquired food through the Emergency Food Assistance Program to 47 partner organizations in Fresno County.
- Food Distribution through Partner Agencies Food Distribution via Partner NetworksDistributes food to over 300 partner feeding sites, including churches and community centers, and to 47 partner organizations in Fresno County through the Emergency Food Assistance Program, serving over 320,000 people per month.
- Food Distribution through Partner Agencies Food Distribution via Partner NetworksDistributes food to over 300 partner feeding sites, including churches and community centers, and to 47 partner organizations in Fresno County through the Emergency Food Assistance Program, supporting local hunger relief.
- Food Ordering and Donation Logistics System Food Distribution Network ManagementProvides partner agencies with access to a food ordering system and utilizes the MealConnect platform for retail food donation reporting to streamline food recovery and distribution.
- Food Ordering and Donation Logistics System Food Distribution Network ManagementProvides partner agencies with access to a food ordering system and utilizes the MealConnect platform for retail food donation reporting to streamline food recovery and distribution logistics.
- Food Ordering and Donation Logistics System Food Distribution Network ManagementProvides partner agencies access to a food ordering system and utilizes the MealConnect platform for retail food donation reporting.
- Food distribution through partner agencies Food Distribution via Partner NetworksDistributes food to over 300 partner feeding sites such as churches and community centers across Central California, including rural areas in Fresno, Tulare, and Kern counties. Supports local hunger relief by supplying food to organizations serving farmworker populations and seniors.
- Food distribution through partner agencies Food Distribution via Partner NetworksDistributes food to over 300 partner feeding sites such as churches and community centers across Central California, including through the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) which serves 47 partner organizations in Fresno County.
- Food ordering and donation logistics system Food Distribution Network ManagementProvides partner agencies access to a food ordering system and utilizes the MealConnect platform for retail food donation reporting and coordination.
- Food ordering and donation logistics system Food Distribution Network ManagementProvides partner agencies with access to a food ordering system and utilizes the MealConnect platform to facilitate retail food donation reporting and logistics.
- Food-as-Medicine Integration Medically-Tailored Food PantryOperates a food pantry integrated with healthcare where doctors can prescribe groceries to patients as part of medical treatment.
- Food-as-medicine integration Medically-Tailored Food PantryOperates a food pantry integrated with healthcare where doctors can prescribe groceries to patients as part of medical treatment.
- Food-as-medicine integration Medically-Tailored Food PantryOperates a food pantry integrated with healthcare services where doctors can prescribe groceries to patients as part of medical treatment.
- Groceries2Go Program Regular Grocery Box DistributionOperates the Groceries2Go program, which offers grocery box pick-up and delivery services, enabling recipients to access food twice per month.
- Groceries2Go Program Regular Grocery Box DistributionOffers a grocery box pick-up and delivery service allowing recipients to access food twice per month.
- Groceries2Go Program Regular Grocery Box DistributionOperates the Groceries2Go program, offering grocery box pick-up and delivery by appointment Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 1 PM, allowing recipients to access food twice per month.
- Groceries2Go Program Regular Grocery Box DistributionOperates the Groceries2Go program, offering grocery box pick-up and delivery by appointment, allowing recipients to access food twice per month.
- Groceries2Go program Regular Grocery Box DistributionOperates the Groceries2Go program, which offers grocery box pick-up and delivery, allowing recipients to access food twice per month.
- Groceries2Go program Regular Grocery Box DistributionOperates the Groceries2Go program, which offers grocery box pick-up and delivery services, enabling recipients to access food twice per month.
- Healthcare-Integrated Food Pantry Medically-Tailored Food PantryOperates a food pantry integrated with healthcare where doctors can prescribe groceries to patients.
- Healthcare-Integrated Food Pantry Medically-Tailored Food PantryOperates a food pantry integrated with healthcare services where doctors can prescribe groceries to patients as part of medical treatment.
- Large-Scale Monthly Food Distribution Food Distribution Network ManagementDistributes food to over 320,000 people per month through food distributions, meal recovery programs, grocery box pick-ups, and school sites.
- Large-scale monthly food distribution Food Distribution Network ManagementDistributes food to over 320,000 people per month through food distributions, meal recovery programs, grocery box pick-ups, and school sites.
- Large-scale monthly food distribution Food Distribution Network ManagementDistributes food to more than 320,000 people per month through food distributions, meal recovery programs, grocery box pick-ups, and school-based sites.
- Mobile Pantry and Neighborhood Markets Community Farmers Market OperationsOperates a Mobile Pantry Program and Neighborhood Markets that distribute fresh produce in a farmers' market-style format, with mobile units serving rural communities in Fresno, Tulare, and Kern counties.
- Mobile Pantry and Neighborhood MarketsOperates a Mobile Pantry Program and Neighborhood Markets to distribute fresh produce in a farmers' market-style format, with mobile units serving rural areas.
- Mobile and Rural Food DistributionOperates a Mobile Pantry Program and Neighborhood Markets that deliver fresh produce in a farmers' market-style format to rural communities; also provides food and tortillas to farmworker populations in Fresno, Tulare, and Kern counties.
- Mobile and Rural Food Distribution Community Farmers Market OperationsOperates a Mobile Pantry Program and Neighborhood Markets that deliver fresh produce in a farmers' market-style format to rural areas, and provides food boxes, fresh produce, and tortillas to farmworker communities in Fresno, Tulare, and Kern counties.
- Mobile and Rural Food Distribution Community Farmers Market OperationsOperates a Mobile Pantry Program and Neighborhood Markets that distribute fresh produce in a farmers' market-style format, with mobile units serving rural areas in Fresno, Tulare, and Kern counties, including targeted distributions to farmworker populations.
- Mobile and market-style food distributionOperates a Mobile Pantry Program and Neighborhood Markets that distribute fresh produce in a farmers' market-style format, with mobile units reaching rural communities. Also operates First Fruits Market, a client-choice grocery store-style distribution model allowing individuals to select their own food items.
- Refrigerated Truck Loan Program Refrigerated Vehicle Loan ProgramOperates a refrigerated Truck Loan Program to support rural partner organizations in their food distribution efforts.
- School and Youth Food Programs Food Distribution via Partner NetworksDistributes thousands of food bags and boxes monthly to students and families through BackPack and School Pantry Programs in Fresno, Madera, and Tulare counties.
- School-Based Food Programs Food Distribution via Partner NetworksDistributes thousands of food bags and boxes monthly to students and families through BackPack and School Pantry Programs in Fresno, Madera, and Tulare counties.
- School-based food programs Food Distribution via Partner NetworksDistributes thousands of food bags and boxes monthly to students and families through BackPack and School Pantry Programs in Fresno, Madera, and Tulare counties.
- Senior Food Assistance Congregate Meals for SeniorsProvides food boxes, fresh produce, and medically tailored options with low sodium and whole wheat products to senior-serving organizations for older adults.
- Senior Food Distribution Congregate Meals for SeniorsProvides food boxes, fresh produce, and medically tailored options with low sodium and whole wheat products to senior-serving organizations for older adults.
- Senior Food Programs Congregate Meals for SeniorsProvides food boxes and fresh produce to senior-serving organizations, including medically tailored options with low sodium and whole wheat products for older adults.
- Senior and Medically Tailored Food Distribution Congregate Meals for SeniorsProvides food boxes, fresh produce, and specialized medically tailored options with low sodium and whole wheat products to senior-serving organizations and older adults through targeted distribution programs.
- Senior food distribution Congregate Meals for SeniorsProvides food boxes, fresh produce, and medically tailored options with low sodium and whole wheat products to senior-serving organizations for older adults.
- Specialized food programs for vulnerable populations Food Distribution via Partner NetworksProvides medically tailored food boxes with low sodium and whole wheat products for seniors, supports students and families through BackPack and School Pantry Programs in Fresno, Madera, and Tulare counties, and distributes USDA-acquired food via the Emergency Food Assistance Program to 47 partner organizations in Fresno County.
- Truck Loan Program Refrigerated Vehicle Loan ProgramOperates a refrigerated Truck Loan Program to support rural partner organizations in their food distribution efforts.
- Truck Loan Program Refrigerated Vehicle Loan ProgramOperates a refrigerated Truck Loan Program to support rural partner organizations with food transportation.
- Truck Loan Program for Rural Partners Refrigerated Vehicle Loan ProgramOperates a refrigerated Truck Loan Program to support rural partner organizations with transportation capacity for food distribution.
- Truck Loan Program for Rural Partners Refrigerated Vehicle Loan ProgramOperates a refrigerated Truck Loan Program to support rural partner organizations in transporting and distributing food.
- Truck Loan Program for rural partners Refrigerated Vehicle Loan ProgramOperates a refrigerated Truck Loan Program to support rural partner organizations in transporting and distributing perishable food.
- Truck Loan Program for rural partners Refrigerated Vehicle Loan ProgramOperates a refrigerated Truck Loan Program to support rural partner organizations in transporting and distributing food.
- USDA Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) Food Distribution via Partner NetworksDistributes USDA-acquired food through TEFAP to 47 partner organizations in Fresno County.
- Volunteer Engagement Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementEngages nearly 21,000 individuals, with 9,887 volunteers contributing 61,812 hours of service valued at $1,851,280 to support operations.
- Volunteer Engagement Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementEngages nearly 21,000 individuals, including 9,887 volunteers, who contributed 61,812 hours of service with a total value of $1,851,280 to support operations.
- Volunteer Engagement Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementEngaged 9,887 volunteers who contributed 61,812 hours of service in operations, with volunteer contributions valued at $1,851,280.
- Volunteer Engagement and Management Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementEngaged 9,887 volunteers who contributed 61,812 hours of service in operations, supported as part of broader community engagement efforts involving nearly 21,000 individuals contributing time and financial support.
- Volunteer Management and Engagement Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementEngages and manages volunteers in food bank operations, utilizing 9,887 volunteers who contributed 61,812 service hours valued at $1,851,280.
- Volunteer engagement and management Food Packing and Distribution Volunteer ProgramsEngages and manages a large volunteer workforce, utilizing 9,887 volunteers who contributed 61,812 hours of service in support of food bank operations.
- Volunteer engagement and management Volunteer Mobilization & ManagementEngaged 9,887 volunteers who contributed 61,812 hours of service in operations, with volunteer contributions valued at $1,851,280.
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- Partner Agency Reporting and Oversight Standardized Reporting for Partner AgenciesRequires partner agencies to submit monthly reports as part of operational oversight and accountability.
- Partner Agency Reporting and Oversight Standardized Reporting for Partner AgenciesRequires partner agencies to submit monthly reports to monitor distribution activities and ensure accountability within the food assistance network.
- Partner Agency Support and Monitoring Standardized Reporting for Partner AgenciesRequires partner agencies to submit monthly reports as part of capacity-building and oversight efforts.
- Partner Agency Support and Reporting Food Distribution Network ManagementProvides partner agencies with access to a food ordering system and requires them to submit monthly reports, utilizing the MealConnect platform for retail food donation reporting.
- Partner agency capacity building and oversight Food Distribution Network ManagementSupports partner agencies through food ordering systems and requires monthly reporting to monitor distribution impact and ensure accountability.
- Partner agency reporting and oversight Standardized Reporting for Partner AgenciesRequires partner agencies to submit monthly reports to monitor distribution activities and ensure accountability.
strategies · 66
how they think
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- Adaptive Service Delivery adaptive_service_deliveryContinuously refines programs in response to evolving community needs, ensuring relevance and effectiveness in food assistance delivery.
- Adaptive Service Delivery adaptive_service_deliveryRegularly refines programs based on evolving community needs to maintain relevance and effectiveness in food access and distribution.
- Adaptive Service Delivery adaptive_service_deliveryThe organization continuously adapts and refines its programs and services to effectively respond to the evolving needs of the community it serves.
- Adaptive service delivery model adaptive_service_deliveryContinuously refines programs in response to evolving community needs, ensuring services remain relevant and effective for the populations served.
- Adaptive service delivery model adaptive_service_deliveryIteratively adjusts programs and services in response to evolving community needs, ensuring continued relevance and effectiveness.
- Adaptive service delivery model adaptive_service_deliveryRefines programs in response to evolving community needs, ensuring services remain relevant and effective over time.
- Capacity Building for Partner Agencies capacity_support_for_partnersStrengthens the food access network by providing critical resources such as refrigerated trucks to partner agencies, especially in rural areas, to enhance distribution capacity.
- Capacity Support for Partner Agencies capacity_support_for_partnersThe organization enhances rural food access by providing essential resources, such as refrigerated trucks, to partner agencies, thereby strengthening their distribution capabilities.
- Capacity Support for Partner Agencies capacity_support_for_partnersThe organization enhances food access in rural areas by providing essential resources, such as refrigerated trucks, to partner agencies, thereby strengthening their distribution capabilities.
- Capacity Support for Rural Partners capacity_support_for_partnersExpands food access in rural areas by strengthening partner agencies’ operational capacity, such as through refrigerated truck loans, to improve cold-chain logistics and fresh food delivery.
- Capacity building for partner agencies capacity_support_for_partnersStrengthens rural food access by providing critical infrastructure support, such as refrigerated trucks, to partner organizations.
- Capacity building for partner agencies capacity_support_for_partnersStrengthens rural food access by providing critical resources like refrigerated trucks to partner organizations, enhancing their ability to distribute perishable foods.
- Capacity support for partner agencies capacity_support_for_partnersStrengthens rural food access by providing critical infrastructure, such as loaning refrigerated trucks, to expand the reach and efficiency of partner organizations.
- Client Choice Model client-choice modelSupports dignity and autonomy by allowing clients to select their own food in a grocery store-style environment, improving satisfaction and nutritional outcomes.
- Client-Centered Access Model client-centered accessIncreases accessibility for vulnerable populations by offering flexible options such as pick-up and home delivery to meet diverse client needs.
- Client-Centered Access and Dignity client-centered accessThe organization prioritizes client dignity and choice by offering flexible food access options, including pick-up and delivery, and a grocery store-style shopping experience, to accommodate diverse needs and empower individuals.
- Client-Centered Flexible Access client-centered accessThe organization offers flexible food access options, including pick-up and delivery services, to accommodate the diverse needs of vulnerable populations and ensure accessibility.
- Client-Choice Model client-choice modelThe organization empowers clients by offering a grocery store-style shopping experience, which promotes dignity and allows individuals to choose the food that best suits their needs.
- Client-Choice and Dignity-Based Distribution client_choice_modelUses a grocery store-style model that allows clients to choose their food, preserving dignity and increasing engagement through client-centered access.
- Client-centered access model client-centered accessIncreases accessibility for vulnerable populations by offering flexible options such as pick-up and delivery services tailored to client needs.
- Client-centered access through flexible delivery client-centered accessIncreases accessibility for vulnerable populations by offering flexible options such as pick-up and home delivery, accommodating the needs of immunocompromised, disabled, working adults, and families with young children.
- Client-centered access through flexible distribution client-centered accessIncreases accessibility for vulnerable populations by offering flexible options such as pick-up and delivery tailored to client needs.
- Client-choice grocery model client-choice modelSupports dignity and engagement by allowing clients to select their own food in a grocery store-style shopping environment.
- Client-choice grocery store model client-choice modelSupports dignity and engagement by allowing clients to select their own food in a grocery store-style format, increasing satisfaction and appropriateness of food received.
- Client-choice model promoting dignity client-choice modelOffers a grocery store-style shopping experience that empowers clients with autonomy and dignity in selecting their food.
- Community-Centered Hunger Relief community-centeredThe organization addresses hunger through a community-centered approach, emphasizing collective action and localized impact, and engaging the community to achieve individual and neighborhood-level change.
- Community-Centered Hunger Relief community-centeredAddresses hunger through localized, community-driven solutions and collective action, emphasizing engagement at both individual and neighborhood levels to create sustainable impact.
- Community-Centered Hunger Relief community-centeredEngages communities through collective action and localized distribution models to ensure hunger relief efforts are responsive to neighborhood-level needs and foster community ownership.
- Community-centered approach with localized engagement community-centeredEngages communities at the individual and neighborhood level to collectively address hunger, emphasizing localized impact through inclusive participation and shared action.
- Community-centered approach with localized engagement community-centeredUses community-wide and neighborhood-level engagement to address hunger, emphasizing collective action and localized impact as a core mechanism for effective food security.
- Community-centered approach with localized engagement community-centeredEngages communities collectively and tailors hunger relief efforts to local contexts, leveraging neighborhood-level relationships and actions to increase impact and relevance.
- Equity and Inclusion in Food Distribution equity_and_inclusionThe organization is committed to fair and transparent food distribution, providing assistance without discrimination based on various demographic factors, ensuring equitable access for all.
- Equity and Inclusion in Food Distribution equity_and_inclusionThe organization is committed to fair and transparent food distribution, providing assistance without discrimination based on various demographic factors to ensure equitable access for all.
- Equity and Inclusive Access equity_and_inclusionEnsures fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory food distribution, with policies that uphold dignity across lines of race, gender, ability, and other identities.
- Equity-Centered Distribution equity_and_inclusionEnsures fair, transparent, and inclusive access to food assistance without discrimination, prioritizing equitable treatment across race, gender, ability, and other identity factors.
- Equity-centered distribution practices equity_and_inclusionEnsures fair, transparent, and nondiscriminatory access to food assistance across all demographic groups as a core operational commitment to equity.
- Equity-centered food distribution equity_and_inclusionEnsures fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory access to food assistance across all demographics, grounding operations in principles of equity and inclusion.
- Equity-centered food distribution equity_and_inclusionEnsures fair, transparent, and inclusive access to food assistance, explicitly prohibiting discrimination across multiple identity dimensions.
- Flexible and Mobile Access for Underserved Populations mobile distributionExpands food access through mobile, farmers' market-style distributions and flexible pick-up and delivery options tailored to vulnerable populations, including rural communities and those with physical, medical, or work-related barriers.
- Food Is Medicine Integration food-is-medicineImproves health outcomes by integrating food assistance with healthcare, including grocery prescription programs that treat nutrition as preventive care.
- Food Is Medicine Integration food-is-medicineImproves health outcomes by integrating food assistance with healthcare, including grocery prescription programs in clinical settings to address diet-related illness.
- Food is Medicine Integration food-is-medicineThe organization integrates food assistance directly into healthcare settings through grocery prescriptions, recognizing the link between nutrition and health outcomes.
- Food-is-medicine integration with healthcare food-is-medicineImproves health outcomes by integrating food assistance into healthcare through grocery prescriptions, leveraging clinical partnerships to treat diet-related illness.
- Food-is-medicine integration with healthcare food-is-medicineImproves health outcomes by integrating food assistance into healthcare through grocery prescriptions, treating nutrition as a clinical intervention.
- Mobile Distribution for Underserved Areas mobile distributionThe organization utilizes mobile, farmers' market-style distributions to enhance access to fresh produce, particularly in rural and underserved communities.
- Mobile Farmers' Market Distribution mobile distributionThe organization utilizes mobile, farmers' market-style distributions to effectively increase access to fresh produce in rural and underserved areas, bringing healthy food directly to communities.
- Mobile Market Distribution mobile distributionBrings fresh produce directly to underserved and rural communities using mobile, farmers’ market-style distributions to overcome geographic barriers.
- Mobile market-style food distribution mobile distributionBrings fresh produce directly to rural and underserved communities using mobile, farmers' market-style distributions to improve access and engagement.
- Mobile, market-style food distribution mobile distributionBrings fresh produce directly to rural and underserved communities using mobile, farmers’ market-style distributions to improve access and appeal.
- National Network Affiliation network_affiliationThe organization leverages its affiliation with the Feeding America national network to access a broader range of food and resources, enhancing its distribution capabilities.
- Network Affiliation for Scale network_affiliationLeverages membership in the Feeding America network to access national food supplies and resources, enhancing local distribution capacity.
- Network Affiliation for Scale and Reach network_affiliationLeverages membership in the Feeding America national network to access and distribute greater quantities of food and resources across the region.
- Network affiliation for scale and access network_affiliationLeverages membership in the Feeding America national network to secure and distribute food and resources at scale.
- Network-affiliated resource access network_affiliationLeverages membership in the Feeding America national network to secure and distribute food and resources efficiently.
- Responsible Resource Stewardship responsible_stewardshipMaintains accountability in managing food, funds, equipment, and time to maximize impact and ensure trust and efficiency in operations.
- Responsible Stewardship of Resources responsible_stewardshipMaximizes impact by responsibly managing food, funds, equipment, and volunteer time to ensure efficient and ethical operations.
- Responsible stewardship of resources responsible_stewardshipMaintains accountability and efficiency by practicing responsible stewardship of food, funds, equipment, and volunteer time.
- Responsible stewardship of resources responsible_stewardshipPractices accountability in managing food, funds, equipment, and volunteer time to maximize impact and maintain trust.
- Responsible stewardship of resources responsible_stewardshipMaintains accountability and efficiency by responsibly managing food, funds, equipment, and volunteer time.
- Short-Term Relief for Long-Term Stability short-term relief for long-term stabilityProvides immediate nourishment to stabilize individuals in crisis, enabling them to focus on long-term well-being and resilience.
- Short-Term Relief for Long-Term Stability short-term relief for long-term stabilityProvides immediate nourishment to stabilize individuals in crisis, recognizing that food security is foundational to long-term well-being and community thriving.
- Short-Term Relief for Long-Term Well-being short-term relief for long-term stabilityThe organization provides immediate nutritional support with the belief that addressing immediate hunger is crucial for fostering the long-term well-being and thriving of individuals and communities.
- Short-Term Relief for Long-Term Well-being food_security_for_long-term_wellbeingThe organization provides immediate nutritional support, believing that this short-term relief is crucial for fostering the long-term well-being and thriving of individuals and the community.
- Short-term relief as foundation for long-term stability short-term relief for long-term stabilityProvides immediate nourishment to stabilize individuals in crisis, with the intentional goal of enabling long-term well-being and community thriving.
- Short-term relief as foundation for long-term stability short-term relief for long-term stabilityProvides immediate nourishment to stabilize individuals in crisis, enabling them to pursue longer-term well-being and resilience.
- Short-term relief for long-term stability short-term relief for long-term stabilityProvides immediate nourishment to stabilize individuals in crisis, enabling them to focus on long-term well-being and resilience.
named programs · 9
what they call their work
CalFresh Outreach
Assists individuals with applying for CalFresh benefits through dedicated outreach coordinators
Farm Worker Distributions
Provides food boxes, fresh produce, and tortillas to farm workers in rural areas across Fresno, Tulare, and Kern counties
First Fruits Market
Offers a grocery store-style shopping experience where clients can select their preferred food items
Fresh Produce Distributions
Operates Mobile Pantry and Neighborhood Markets to deliver fresh produce, especially in rural areas
Groceries2Go
Offers grocery box pick-up and delivery appointments for immunocompromised, working adults, disabled individuals, and families with small children
Partner Feeding Sites
Provides food to over 300 partner feeding sites including churches and community centers across Central California
School Food Programs
Distributes food bags and boxes to students and families through Backpack and School Pantry Programs in Fresno, Madera, and Tulare counties
Senior Hunger Programs
Provides food boxes and fresh produce, including medically tailored options, to senior-serving partners
USDA Partnership
Distributes food acquired through the USDA’s Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) to 47 partners in Fresno County
relationships · 29
who they work with
- AMOR Wellness Partner — Senior-serving partner organization receiving food boxes and fresh produce, including medically tailored options.
- AgBiome Innovations Partner — Board member organization represented by Lori Berger
- Agency Express Partner — Platform used by partner agencies to submit food orders
- BMO Commercial Bank Partner — Board member organization represented by Justin Emmi
- Bank of America Partner — Board member organization represented by Mark Riley and James Lynes
- Bonadelle Homes Partner — Board member organization represented by John Bonadelle
- CalFresh Government — Administers CalFresh programs and conducts outreach to connect individuals with benefits.
- California Farmworker Foundation Partner — Partnership to distribute food boxes, fresh produce, and tortillas to farmworker communities in rural towns across Fresno, Tulare, and Kern counties.
- Craig School of Business Partner — Board member organization represented by Julie Olson-Buchanan
- Cultiva la Salud Partner — Senior-serving partner organization receiving food boxes and fresh produce, including medically tailored options.
- EKC Corp Partner — Board member organization represented by Chris Shafer
- Enterprise Rent a Car Partner — Board member organization represented by Secretary Joe Baker
- Feeding America Network — Member of national food bank network (implied by standard sector structure and financials showing in-kind donations, though not explicitly named on page)
- Feeding America Network — Member of the Feeding America national food bank network.
- Feeding America Network — Member of the Feeding America national network of food banks.
- Fresno American Indian Health Project Partner — Senior-serving partner organization receiving food boxes and fresh produce, including medically tailored options.
- Heritage Adult Day Health Center Partner — Senior-serving partner organization receiving food boxes and fresh produce, including medically tailored options.
- MealConnect Partner — Platform used for submitting retail food donation reports
- Mesa Verde Trading Partner — Board member organization represented by Jack Wiegand
- O’Neill Vintners & Distillers Partner — Board member organization represented by Barry Parker
- PG&E Partner — Board member organization represented by Jose Verduzco
- SoCal Gas Partner — Board member organization represented by Miguel Ramirez
- Sun-Maid Growers of California Partner — Board member organization represented by Chair Sydney Valla
- The Wonderful Company Partner — Board member organization represented by Peter Allbright
- Tri Counties Bank Partner — Board member organization represented by Rosa Pereirra
- US Bank Partner — Presenting sponsor of the 2024 Annual Empty Bowls fundraising event.
- USDA Government — Coordinates USDA food and direct service programs.
- USDA Government — Provides food through the Emergency Food Assistance Program for distribution by Central California Food Bank.
- Zenith Insurance Company Partner — Board member organization represented by Vice Chair Christina Shapazian