activities · 22
what they do
direct service · 22
- CalFresh Application Assistance Public Benefits Enrollment AssistanceProvides information and direct support to help individuals access CalFresh benefits to supplement their food budgets.
- CalFresh Application Support Public Benefits Enrollment AssistanceOffers information and direct support to help individuals access CalFresh benefits to supplement their food budgets, increasing household food security.
- CalFresh Enrollment Assistance Public Benefits Enrollment AssistanceProvides information and direct support to individuals seeking to access CalFresh benefits to help supplement their food budgets.
- Emergency Food Access SupportProvides real-time public guidance during food supply crises, such as directing donors of unopened, unexpired baby formula to pantry partners during the national formula shortage.
- Emergency Food Response InitiativesResponds to urgent food supply crises by guiding the public on where to donate critical items such as unopened, unexpired baby formula during shortages, directing donations to appropriate pantry partners.
- Food Access Locator Tool Food Pantry and Voucher DistributionProvides an interactive map to help individuals locate food pantries in San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties, improving access to available food resources.
- Food Distribution Network Food Distribution Network ManagementDistributes over 25 million pounds of food annually to more than 500,000 individuals across an eight-county region, including San Joaquin and Stanislaus Counties, through a network of partner agencies and mobile distribution efforts.
- Food Distribution Network Food Distribution Network ManagementDistributes over 25 million pounds of food annually to more than 500,000 individuals across an eight-county region, including San Joaquin and Stanislaus Counties, through a network of partner agencies and direct distribution programs.
- Food Distribution Network Food Distribution Network ManagementDistributes over 25 million pounds of food annually to more than 500,000 individuals across an eight-county region, including San Joaquin and Stanislaus Counties, through a network of partner agencies and direct distribution efforts.
- Food Pantry Locator Tool Food Pantry and Voucher DistributionOffers an interactive map to help residents in San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties locate nearby food pantries and access emergency food resources.
- Fundraising Events Food Drive Coordination & Virtual FundraisingHosts annual fundraising events such as the 11th Annual Empty Bowls "Access" Fundraising Event and fall holiday fundraisers to support food distribution and services for neighbors in need.
- Home-Delivered Food Program Homebound Food DeliveryProvides home delivery of food to homebound individuals through an expanded delivery program developed in partnership with Amazon.
- Home-Delivered Food Program Homebound Food DeliveryOperates an expanded food delivery program for homebound individuals, supported by a partnership with Amazon and enhanced by refrigerated vehicle capacity.
- Home-Delivered Food Program Homebound Food DeliveryOperates an expanded food delivery program for homebound individuals in partnership with Amazon, enhancing access for those unable to visit distribution sites.
- Mobile Pantry Locator Tool Food Pantry and Voucher DistributionOffers an interactive map to help individuals locate food pantries in San Joaquin and Stanislaus Counties, improving access to local food resources.
- Public Guidance on Food DonationsProvides guidance to the public on where to donate unopened, unexpired baby formula during supply shortages by directing donors to local pantry partners.
- Silver Harvest Program Congregate Meals for SeniorsOperates "Silver Harvest," a targeted program addressing food insecurity among older adults in the service region.
- Silver Harvest Program Congregate Meals for SeniorsRuns "Silver Harvest," a targeted program addressing food insecurity among older adults through specialized food distribution and support services.
- Silver Harvest Program Congregate Meals for SeniorsRuns "Silver Harvest," a targeted program addressing food insecurity among older adults in the region.
- Volunteer Health and Safety Protocols Infection Control and Safety ProtocolsImplements health safety measures in food handling operations by providing gloves and hand sanitizer to all volunteers at warehouses to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
- Warehouse Safety Protocols Infection Control and Safety ProtocolsImplements health and safety measures in food warehouses, including providing gloves and hand sanitizer to all volunteers to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
- Warehouse Safety Protocols Infection Control and Safety ProtocolsImplements health and safety measures in food handling operations by providing gloves and hand sanitizer to all volunteers at warehouses to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
strategies · 22
how they think
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- Benefits access assistance benefits_access_assistanceSupports low-income individuals and families in enrolling in CalFresh and other nutrition assistance programs to increase long-term access to nutritious food.
- Benefits access assistance benefits_access_assistanceSupports low-income individuals and families in enrolling in CalFresh to increase their long-term purchasing power for nutritious food, complementing direct food distribution.
- Benefits access assistance for food security benefits_access_assistanceSupports low-income individuals and families in enrolling in CalFresh to increase their long-term access to nutritious food through electronic benefits.
- Benefits access assistance for food security benefits_access_assistanceSupports low-income individuals and families in enrolling in CalFresh to increase their long-term access to nutritious food through monthly electronic benefits.
- Collaborative community approach collaborative_community_approachAdvances community-wide collaboration across sectors and organizations to create a unified, scalable response to hunger at the regional level.
- Collaborative community approach collaborative_community_approachEngages in broad, collaborative efforts across sectors and jurisdictions to address hunger at a regional scale, emphasizing shared responsibility and collective impact.
- Collaborative public health-informed operations collaborative_community_approachAligns food distribution operations with public health guidelines and promotes collaborative, community-wide strategies to address hunger safely and effectively.
- Equity-centered food access equity-centered_food_accessIntegrates diversity, equity, empathy, and inclusion into operations to identify and remove systemic barriers that limit access to food for marginalized communities.
- Equity-centered food access equity-centered_food_accessIntegrates diversity, equity, empathy, and inclusion into operations to identify and remove systemic barriers that prevent marginalized communities from accessing food.
- Equity-centered food access approach equity-centered_food_accessIntegrates diversity, equity, empathy, and inclusion into operations to identify and remove systemic barriers that limit access to food for marginalized communities.
- Equity-centered food access model equity-centered_food_accessIntegrates diversity, equity, empathy, and inclusion into operations to identify and remove systemic barriers that limit access to food for marginalized communities.
- Network affiliation and regional coordination network_affiliation_model, regional_coordination_modelLeverages membership in a national food bank network and coordinates with independent local food banks across an eight-county region to access large-scale donations and improve distribution efficiency and regional coverage.
- Network affiliation and regional coordination model network_affiliation_modelLeverages membership in a national food bank network and coordinates with local food banks across an eight-county region to access large-scale donations and improve distribution efficiency.
- Network affiliation for scale network_affiliation_modelLeverages membership in a national food bank network to access large-scale corporate donations and federal resources, increasing food supply and distribution capacity.
- Network affiliation for scale network_affiliation_modelLeverages membership in a national food bank network to access large-scale corporate donations and federal resources, significantly expanding food distribution capacity.
- Partner-based distribution network partner-based distribution networkUses a network of community partners, including food pantries and corporations, to distribute food across multiple counties, increasing reach and efficiency by leveraging existing local infrastructure.
- Partner-based distribution network partner-based_distribution_networkUses a network of community partners, including food pantries and corporations, to distribute food efficiently and expand reach, particularly to underserved and homebound populations.
- Public health guideline adherence public_health_guideline_adoptionFollows CDC and public health guidelines to ensure the safety of staff, volunteers, and visitors, particularly during public health emergencies like the pandemic.
- Public health guideline adherence public_health_guideline_adoptionFollows CDC and public health guidelines to ensure the safety of staff, volunteers, and clients, particularly during public health emergencies like the pandemic.
- Public health-informed safety protocols public_health_guideline_adoptionAdopts CDC and public health guidelines to protect the safety of staff, volunteers, and visitors, particularly during public health emergencies like the pandemic.
- Regional coordination model regional_coordination_modelCoordinates food distribution across an eight-county region in collaboration with independent local food banks to avoid duplication, increase efficiency, and expand access.
- Regional coordination model regional_coordination_modelCoordinates food distribution across an eight-county region in collaboration with independent local food banks to increase efficiency, reduce duplication, and expand access.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
CalFresh Outreach
Assists eligible individuals and families in applying for CalFresh (SNAP) benefits to supplement their food budget
Food Delivery for Homebound Individuals
Partnership with Amazon to deliver food to homebound individuals in San Joaquin and Stanislaus Counties
Food Distribution Network
Operates through over 200 partner agencies including food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters to distribute food across eight counties
Mobile Fresh
Mobile food distribution program bringing fresh produce and groceries directly to communities in need
Silver Harvest
Program launched to serve seniors facing food insecurity in San Joaquin and Stanislaus Counties
relationships · 29
who they work with
- ATCAA Food Bank Partner — Cooperates with ATCAA Food Bank to serve Feeding America’s designated eight-county territory.
- Amador Interfaith Food Bank Partner — Cooperates with Amador Interfaith Food Bank to serve Feeding America’s designated eight-county territory.
- Amazon Partner — Partnered with Second Harvest to expand food delivery for homebound individuals
- Ambulatory Division Partner — Organization led by Director Dr. Amber Campbell
- Caleres, Inc. Partner — Employer of Treasurer Corey Coleman
- California Department of Public Health Government — Monitors and follows CDPH guidance on COVID-19 response.
- California Department of Social Services Government — Administers the CalFresh program at the state level.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Government — Monitors and follows CDC guidelines for pandemic safety and operations.
- City of Lodi Government — Employer of Director Katie Luchessi
- City of Tracy Government — Employer of Director David Nefouse
- Compass Real Estate Partner — Employer of Board President Frank Orr
- Darden Restaurants Inc. Foundation Partner — Provided support in the form of a refrigerated vehicle and funds to Second Harvest
- Feeding America Network — Member of the Feeding America national food bank network, enabling access to large-scale corporate donations and national resources.
- Feeding America Network — Member of the Feeding America national food bank network.
- Food Pantry Referrals Partner — Partnered food pantry providing services in Manteca, CA
- Highwire Coffee Roasters Partner — Employer of Immediate Past President and CEO Jeff Weinstein
- Kaiser Permanente Partner — Employer of Director Komal Bains
- Manteca Police Department Government — Employer of Director Cpt. Mitchell Ellis
- Merced County Food Bank Partner — Cooperates with Merced County Food Bank to serve Feeding America’s designated eight-county territory.
- Oak Valley Community Bank Partner — Employer of Director Bill Nunes Jr.
- Penske Partner — Provided support in the form of a refrigerated vehicle and funds to Second Harvest
- Pepsi Co. Partner — Employer of Director Steve Aguilar
- SSJID Partner — Employer of Board Vice President Katie Patterson and Director Peter Rietkerk
- San Joaquin County Public Health Services Government — Monitors local public health updates and guidance during the pandemic.
- Sizzling Platter Partner — Employer of Director Jovana Maciel
- Starbucks Partner — Employer of Director Alyssa Hammond
- The Resource Connection Food Bank Partner — Cooperates with The Resource Connection Food Bank to serve Feeding America’s designated eight-county territory.
- Tuff Boy Sales, Inc. Partner — Employer of Director Tony Cabrera
- Watts Equipment Partner — Employer of Director Felicia Diaz