Local Food Distribution Resources
Anaheim
Magnolia High School – Family Resource Center
- Description: Magnolia High School’s Family Resource Center provides ongoing access to food, hygiene items, clothing, and other essential supplies for students, families, and community members in need.
- Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.(Not open during Winter Break)
- Location: Magnolia High School, Anaheim
- Contact Phone: (714) 220-4221
- Details: Families may contact their FACES or Community School Coordinator for assistance. Services are available year-round, including support with referrals to additional community resources.
Gilbert High School – El Mercadito Food Pantry
- Description: El Mercadito is Gilbert High School’s permanent food pantry, operated in partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank, offering free and nutritious groceries to families and community members.
- Hours of Operation: Wednesdays: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. & Thursdays: 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- Reopening Date: January 5, 2026 (closed during winter holidays)
- Location: 1800 W. Ball Rd., Anaheim, CA 92804
- Appointments: Required — call (714) 999-3738
- Additional Information: Pantry allows participants to shop weekly for essential groceries in a welcoming environment.
City of Artesia
New Life Community Church
- Saturday 9:30am-10:30am
- Location: 18800 Norwalk Blvd
Artesia, CA 90701, United States - 562-924-4466
City of Buena Park
Church of Christ Buena Park
- Location: 7201 Walnut Ave., Buena Park 90620
- Day & Frequency: Every Sunday
- Food Distribution Hours: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
Friendly Center - El Dorado
- Location: 7225 El Dorado Dr, Buena Park 90620
- Day & Frequency: 2nd/4th Wednesdays 2:00PM-5:00 PM
Giving Children Hope
- Location: 8332 Commonwealth Ave, Buena Park 90621
- Day & Frequency: Every Friday, 9:30 AM-11:30 AM
City of Cerritos
Crossroads Multinational Church of the Nazarene
- Sunday 8:30am - 9:30am
- 12229 E. Delamo Blvd
Cerritos, CA 90703, United States - (562) 809-4143
Cerritos College MFP
4th Wednesday 9am-11am – Prior to Christmas Holiday will be open 12.23.25 until 4pm, or until remaining food is distributed.
- 11110 Alondra Blvd
Norwalk, CA 90650, United States - 562-860-2451 ext. 2476
City of Cypress
St. Irenaeus Parish – Food Distribution Center
- Description: St. Irenaeus Parish operates a food distribution center serving individuals and families experiencing food insecurity in Cypress and surrounding communities.
- Weekday Pantry Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
- Community Distribution Days: 1st Saturday of the month: Open to all community members
- 3rd Saturday of the month: For residents of Cypress, La Palma, and parts of Buena Park
- Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
- Location: 5201 Evergreen Ave., Cypress, CA 90630
- Contact Phone: (714) 826-0760
- Additional Information: Food is distributed on a first-come basis while supplies last.
Cypress Senior Center – Monthly Food Distribution
- Description: The Cypress Senior Center hosts a monthly food distribution providing essential groceries, including fresh produce and shelf-stable items, to community members.
- When: Second Wednesday of each month
- Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Location: 9031 Grindlay St., Cypress, CA 90630
- Contact Phone: (714) 229-6670
- Additional Information: Volunteers assist with registration and distribution to ensure accessibility and dignity for participants.
Guidestone Church – Food Distribution Program
- Description: Guidestone Church offers food assistance through a walk-in pantry and food delivery services for individuals who are homebound or unable to travel.
- Location: 5600 Crescent Ave., Cypress, CA 90630
- Phone: (714) 521-5882
- Email: foodbank@guidestone.church
- Additional Information: Program provides nonperishable groceries and supports residents facing financial hardship.
Cypress Sunrise Village Apartments SG
- Location: 9151 Grindlay St., Cypress 90630
- Day & Frequency: Every 2nd/4th Friday
- Food Distribution Hours: 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
ICNA Relief Cypress
5900 Ball Rd., Cypress 90630
- Day & Frequency: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month
Food Distribution Hours: 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
City of Fullerton
Faith Deliverance Apostolic Church
- Location: 3800 West Commonwealth Ave, Fullerton 92833
- Day & Frequency: Every Friday
- Food Distribution Hours: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
First Lutheran of Fullerton - Caring Hands FP
- Location: 215 N Lemon St, Fullerton 92832
- Day & Frequency: Every Wednesday
Heart of Downtown Food Co-Op
- Location: 223 E Wilshire Ave, Fullerton 92832
- Note: Please call ahead (714) 526-2265 for Sunday's TEFAP Distribution. Wednesdays home deliveries.
- Day & Frequency: Every Wednesday, 9:00 AM-10:00 AM
- Day & Frequency: 2nd & 4th Sundays 12:30 PM-1:30 PM
ICNA Relief Fullerton (HQ)
- Location: 505 E. Commonwealth Ave, Fullerton 92832
- Note: Diaper drive on Friday
- Day & Frequency: WEDNESDAY, 1st
- Food Distribution Hours: 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
- Day & Frequency: FRIDAY, 2nd
- Food Distribution Hours: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Fullerton College Food Bank
- Chris Lamm & Toni DuBois Memorial Food Bank – NEW LOCATION
- Student Support Center; 428 E. Chapman Ave, Fullerton CA 92832, Room 1023
- 714-992-7162
Hawaiian Gardens
Lawrence Ministries
- Day & Frequency: 3rd Saturdays 10 am - 2 pm
- Location: 12441 E. Farlow Street
Hawaiian Gardens, CA 90716, United States - (310) 764-4104
City of La Palma
Meals on Wheels – La Palma
- Description: Meals on Wheels Orange County provides daily, nutritious meal delivery and wellness checks for homebound seniors living in La Palma.
- Eligibility: Generally for residents age 60 and older who are homebound or have difficulty preparing meals.
- Location: 7821 Walker St., La Palma, CA 90623
- Delivery Schedule: Monday–Friday, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Additional Information:
- Meals are offered on a sliding-scale fee, and no senior is denied service due to inability to pay.
- Services include breakfast, lunch, dinner options, and friendly volunteer visits.
- Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.