activities · 6
what they do
direct service · 4
- Food distribution to hunger relief organizations Food Distribution Network ManagementDistributes over 6 million pounds of food annually to more than 50 hunger relief organizations across California, including monthly deliveries of 50,000 pounds of food to food banks and nonprofits.
- Food security and solar power infrastructure for Native Nations Solar Infrastructure InstallationProvides integrated food security and solar power infrastructure to five Native Nations: Hoopa Valley Tribe, Tolowa Dee-ni Nation, Cahuilla Band of Indians, Yurok Tribe, and Wilton Rancheria.
- Logistics intermediary for USDA TEFAP program Food Bank Capacity Building & CoordinationReceives, stores, and coordinates delivery of USDA commodities through the TEFAP program, including planning nutritious menus and distributing pre-kitted food boxes to food banks across 58 counties in California.
- Public directory for food bank access Food Pantry and Voucher DistributionMaintains and provides a directory to connect individuals in need with local food banks.
capacity building · 2
- Infrastructure and logistics support for partner organizations Food Distribution Network ManagementProvides logistical and infrastructure support to over 50 hunger relief organizations, including assistance with supply chain, storage challenges, and coordination of deliveries; operates a main office in Pleasant Hill and a warehouse in Woodland, CA.
- Procurement and sourcing of equipment for food banks Food Donation Matching & ConversionSources $2 million worth of equipment annually for food banks and nonprofits, collaborating with vendors including food distributors, trucking companies, and equipment suppliers to strengthen partner organizations' operational capacity.
strategies · 4
how they think
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- Centralized logistics coordination to enhance food distribution efficiency centralized_logistics_intermediaryBy acting as a centralized logistics intermediary, the organization streamlines procurement, federal food distribution, and supply chain operations, enabling food banks to reduce operational burdens and focus on service delivery.
- Needs-based and geographically informed distribution network needs-based_distributionFood resources are allocated based on measurable need indicators like distribution frequency and rate, while geographic access is supported through a coordinated network and directory of local food banks, ensuring broader and more equitable reach across California.
- Nutrition-centered, ready-to-eat food box design for accessibility and dietary needs nutrition-centered_food_box_designFood boxes are intentionally designed with nutritional balance and accessibility in mind, including options for individuals who lack cooking facilities or ability, ensuring that emergency food meets basic health and usability needs.
- Referral and partner network integration for seamless access referral_networkBy maintaining a referral network and partnering with local food banks and public agencies, the organization connects individuals to food assistance efficiently, leveraging existing community infrastructure to extend reach and continuity of services.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Food Box Program (FBP) and Drought Food Assistance Program (DFAP)
Manages state-funded, pre-kitted food boxes distributed to food banks with no income eligibility requirements; includes menu planning, sourcing, and statewide delivery coordination.
Supplemental Food Procurement and Infrastructure Support
Provides food banks and nonprofits with access to shelf-stable foods, frozen meats, dairy, and equipment such as forklifts through vendor partnerships.
The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)
As logistics intermediary for CDSS, CalFoods Logistics coordinates the procurement, storage, and delivery of USDA commodities to food banks across California.
relationships · 62
who they work with
- Alameda County Community Food Bank Partner — Partner food bank serving Alameda County.
- Amador/Tuolumne Community Action Agency Partner — Partner food bank serving Tuolumne County.
- Bay Technologies Partner — Business partner providing technology services or solutions
- California Department of Social Services Government — Collaborates to facilitate uninterrupted access to emergency food programs.
- California Department of Social Services Government — Government agency partner, likely providing funding or program coordination
- California Department of Social Services Government — Logistics intermediary for TEFAP, coordinating federal food distribution across California.
- California Department of Social Services Partner — Partnership to obtain USDA food commodities for distribution to food banks.
- Central California Food Bank Partner — Partner food bank serving Fresno County.
- Clear Lake Gleaners, Inc. Partner — Partner food bank serving Lake County.
- Community Action Agency of Butte County–North State Food Bank Partner — Partner food bank serving Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Plumas, Sierra, and Tehama Counties.
- Community Action Partnership of Kern Partner — Partner food bank serving Kern County.
- Community Action Partnership of Orange County Partner — Partner food bank serving Orange County.
- Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino Partner — Partner food bank serving San Bernardino County.
- Community Action of Napa Valley Partner — Partner food bank serving Napa County.
- Community Food Bank of San Benito County Partner — Partner food bank serving San Benito County.
- Dignity Health Connected Living Partner — Partner food bank serving Shasta County.
- FIND – Food in Need of Distribution Partner — Partner food bank serving Riverside County.
- Feeding Riverside and San Bernardino Counties Partner — Partner food bank serving Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.
- Feeding San Diego Partner — Partner food bank serving San Diego County.
- Feeding The Foothills Partner — Partner food bank serving Placer County.
- Food Bank of Contra Costa & Solano Partner — Partner food bank serving Contra Costa and Solano Counties.
- Food Bank of El Dorado County Partner — Partner food bank serving El Dorado County.
- Food Bank of Monterey Partner — Partner food bank serving Monterey County.
- Food Bank of Nevada County Partner — Partner food bank serving Nevada County.
- Food Bank of Santa Barbara Partner — Partner food bank serving Santa Barbara County.
- Food Bank of Southern California Partner — Partner food bank serving Los Angeles County.
- Food Share Inc. of Ventura County Partner — Partner food bank serving Ventura County.
- Food for People, Inc. Partner — Partner food bank serving Humboldt County.
- Food link for Tulare County Partner — Partner food bank serving Tulare County.
- Great Kolor Partner — Business partner supporting food banks with products or services
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