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One example of the incredible accomplishments of California’s AAPI community is the historic inauguration of our nation’s very first female […]

The Budget, as proposed, includes just half of food resources needed to support California food banks in feeding Californians through […]

Earlier this week, the Senate released their powerful Senate Budget Plan. We applaud Senator Skinner, Pro Tem Atkins, and the […]

The U.S. Public Health Emergency extension is a critical step toward averting another hunger crisis during the ongoing pandemic. On […]

The weight of international conflict is heavy. In acknowledging the violence in Ukraine, it should not be overlooked that hunger is a weapon of war.

This post was co-written by Food Share of Ventura County and the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County. The funds will […]

Governor Newsom’s budget blueprint proposes over 1 billion dollars for realizing the vision for School Meals for All, broadening access to food benefits for older adults regardless of immigration status, and expanding the impact of critical anti-poverty programs like CalWORKS and the Young Child Tax Credit. These and other proposals are a promising and significant step toward a hunger-free California for all.

In March of 2020, tens of thousands of households in Westside Food Bank’s service area suddenly became food insecure, many […]

As the year draws to a close, our food banks are still meeting double the demand for food. Here at […]

Their newest and most popular service is their Farmstand. It consists of market-style shopping that boasts produce, bread, and various […]