Emergency Food Assistance

Emergency Food Assistance in Palo Alto, CA, is dedicated to providing essential food support to families and individuals facing temporary emergencies or special circumstances, such as long-term illness. Our team prepares nutritionally balanced food boxes filled with protein, vegetables, grains, cereals, and canned goods, thoughtfully considering the cultural and dietary preferences of each recipient. Open on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (with a closure from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.), we also distribute supplemental food bags for homeless individuals on Mondays and Thursdays from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Furthermore, we conduct a Produce Distribution on the first Tuesday of each month from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Our services are aimed at low-income families in San Mateo County who qualify under our income guidelines, ensuring that no one has to face hunger alone.