Help You Can Get Today
Free Food Near YouNo Cost, No Catch
Food banks and church pantries across Southern California hand out free groceries every week. No long application, no waiting weeks for approval. Find one near you, check the hours, and go.
“Don’t feel bad about being here. This help exists for a reason: for people who are turning their life around and just need a little extra bump right now. The pendulum is swinging your way. This is one more step to help get you ahead.”
— Chad Conley, Owner
Same-day help
Most pantries hand out food on set days. Show up during the hours listed and pick it up.
Real groceries
A typical pantry visit is 30 to 40 pounds of food, usually two to three large grocery bags, according to a USDA study.
Not sure where to start?
Dial 2-1-1 from anywhere in California. It’s free, 24/7, and they will point you to the closest food help.
Find a Food Pantry: 1,378 Locations
Every food bank partner in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego counties, pulled from each county food bank’s own pantry map on October 24, 2026. Type your city or zip code, or tap “Near me.”
Los Angeles County: 607 pantries in 106 cities
Orange County: 270 pantries in 33 cities
Riverside County: 111 pantries in 22 cities
San Bernardino County: 106 pantries in 26 cities
San Diego County: 284 pantries in 45 cities
Days and times come from each food bank’s own map and can change, especially around holidays. Please call ahead or check the food bank’s map before you drive over.
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Los Angeles County (including Pomona)
Start here: every pantry in the county
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank: find a pantry near youEnter your address to see food pantries, soup kitchens and senior sites close to you. Or dial 2-1-1 (24/7).
Pomona Valley Food Bank
Pomona284 E. Holt Ave., Pomona, CA 91767
Monday–Saturday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
You do not need to call before visiting. They also help with referrals to other community resources.
Checked October 24, 2026 on pomonafoodbank.org.
Newlife Pomona Food Bank
Pomona275 E. Foothill Blvd., Pomona, CA 91767
Walk-up: Thursdays 2:30–5 p.m. · Drive-up: Fridays 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
Closed when it rains, in extreme heat, on holidays and usually the first Friday of the month. Call or check their page before you go.
Checked October 24, 2026 on newlifepomona.com.
God's Pantry Warehouse
Pomona250 E. Center St., Pomona, CA 91767
Every Wednesday, 1–3:30 p.m.
Drive-thru. An appointment is not required, but booking one on their website makes pick-up about 15 minutes.
Checked October 24, 2026 on gods-pantry.com.
Inland Valley Hope Partners: Beta Program Center
Pomona1753 N. Park Ave., Pomona, CA 91768
Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
At First Christian Church, corner of Garey and Park. Serves Pomona, Diamond Bar, Walnut, Montclair and Chino Hills. Call to ask what to bring.
Checked October 24, 2026 on inlandvalleyhopepartners.org.
Community Resource Center: Free Food Pantry
Pomona696 W. Holt Ave., Pomona, CA 91768
Last Friday of the month, 2–4 p.m.
With God's Pantry. Everyone is welcome, no appointment needed. First come, first served.
Checked October 24, 2026 on communityresourcecenterla.org.
Inland Valley Hope Partners: Claremont Center
Claremont830 W. Bonita Ave., Claremont, CA 91711
Tuesdays, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Serves Claremont, Upland and Pomona.
Checked October 24, 2026 on inlandvalleyhopepartners.org.
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Orange County (including Santa Ana)
Start here: every pantry in the county
Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County: food pantry mapSearch the map by city or zip code and click a pantry name for its hours. Note: Second Harvest does not hand out food at its Irvine warehouse.
Call 2-1-1 or text 898-211Catholic Charities: Doris Cantlay Food Distribution Center
Santa Ana2020 W. Chestnut Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92703
Food: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–12 p.m. · Diapers (ages 0–5): same days, 1–3 p.m.
Drive-thru only. You must come in a car. Special schedule around Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter.
Checked October 24, 2026 on Catholic Charities of Orange County.
Serve the People Community Health Center: Food Pantry
Santa Ana1206 E. 17th St., Santa Ana, CA 92701
1st and 3rd Saturday of each month, 4–7 a.m.
One free grocery bag per household, with fresh vegetables, fruit, bread and meat when available. Come early.
Checked October 24, 2026 on servethepeople.org.
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Riverside & San Bernardino Counties
Start here: every pantry in the county
Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino: find a pantryFood distribution sites are free and open to the public. Search your address, then call the site to confirm days and times.
(951) 359-4757Inland Valley Hope Partners: SOVA Program Center
Ontario904 E. California St., Ontario, CA 91761
Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. (closed the 2nd Wednesday of the month)
Corner of Mission and Bon View. Serves Ontario, Upland, Chino, Chino Hills, Montclair and Rancho Cucamonga.
Checked October 24, 2026 on inlandvalleyhopepartners.org.
Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino County: Food Bank
San Bernardino696 S. Tippecanoe Ave., San Bernardino, CA 92408
Office: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Runs pantry pick-ups, a mobile food pantry and diaper distributions. Check their distribution calendar.
Checked October 24, 2026 on capsbc.org.
FIND Food Bank (Coachella Valley & the desert)
Indio / Desert communitiesUse their Find Food map for the closest distribution in the Coachella Valley and desert areas.
Checked October 24, 2026 on findfoodbank.org.
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San Diego County
Start here: every pantry in the county
San Diego Food Bank: Food Locator MapType in your zip code and pick the days that work for you. Seniors 60+ can toggle on Senior Food Program sites.
1-866-350-3663 (Mon–Fri, 8–5)Before You Go
- Call or check the website first. Hours change around holidays, and some sites close when it rains or gets very hot.
- Bring a photo ID and something with your address if you have them. Some sites ask; many don’t. If you don’t have ID, call and ask. Don’t let it stop you.
- Drive-thru or walk-up? Some sites are drive-thru only. Clear out your trunk or bring sturdy bags.
- Go early. Popular pantries can have a line, and food is often first come, first served.
Longer-Term Help: CalFresh
CalFresh (food stamps) puts money for groceries on a card every month. You apply online through BenefitsCal, the state’s official site. If your household has very little income or cash right now, you may qualify for Expedited Service and get benefits within 3 days, according to the County of San Diego CalFresh FAQ. Otherwise it can take up to 30 days. Get free help with the application at GetCalFresh.org.
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Every listing was checked on October 24, 2026 against the organization’s own website. Hours change, so please call ahead. Know a food bank we should add? Suggest a resource.
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