Los Angeles residents can collect free food packages from Monday, Aug. 17, through Thursday, Aug. 20, at multiple community pantries across the city.
Participating households are eligible to receive up to 36 kilograms of food without spending any money. The relief supplies include proteins, frozen items, soups, legumes, pasta, fresh fruits, and vegetables.
The initiative aims to relieve financial burdens for hundreds of local families. In recent weeks, numerous households have faced financial complications due to insufficient income, forcing residents to adjust budgets or work extra shifts to pay household bills.
Community organizations said they are providing the free food so families can continue saving money each month. Attendees must bring identification and a large bag to transport their groceries from the distribution sites.
Food Pantries Open on Monday, August 17
Five designated locations in Los Angeles will distribute food items on Monday, Aug. 17, operating at varying morning and afternoon hours.
- Central City Neighborhood Partners: 501 S. Bixel Street, Los Angeles, CA 90017, open from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- Catholic Charities - Brownson House: 1307 Warren Street, Los Angeles, CA 90033, open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- YMCA - Weingart East Los Angeles: 2900 Whittier Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90023, open from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- The Salvation Army - East L.A.: 140 N. Eastman Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90063, open from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Los Angeles County Aging and Disabilities Department: 133 N. Sunol Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90063, open from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Food Pantries Open on Tuesday, August 18
On Tuesday, Aug. 18, residents can visit five separate food pantry locations operating across the city.
- Aaron Community Cultural Center (ACCC): 1010 W 108th Street #B, Los Angeles, CA 90044, open from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- The Dream Center: 281 E Bloom Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012, open from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- The Sidewalk Project: 768 Stanford Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90021, open from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- My Friends House Foundation: 1244 E. 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021, open from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Catholic Charities - Brownson House: 1307 Warren Street, Los Angeles, CA 90033, open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Food Pantries Open on Wednesday, August 19
Distribution efforts continue on Wednesday, Aug. 19, with five pantries opening their doors to area families.
- The Sidewalk Project: 768 Stanford Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90021, open from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Catholic Charities - Brownson House: 1307 Warren Street, Los Angeles, CA 90033, open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Good Shepherd Center (Catholic Charities of L.A.): 267 N Belmont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026, open from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- St. Francis Center: 1835 S. Hope Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015, open from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- The Dream Center: 650 S. Park View St., Los Angeles, CA 90057, open from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Food Pantries Open on Thursday, August 20
The final day of this scheduled food distribution cycle takes place on Thursday, Aug. 20, across five community locations.
- ANE Foundation: 312 E 5th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013, open from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- The Sidewalk Project: 768 Stanford Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90021, open from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Catholic Charities - Brownson House: 1307 Warren Street, Los Angeles, CA 90033, open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Good Shepherd Center (Catholic Charities of L.A.): 267 N Belmont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026, open from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- The Dream Center: 1100 Glendale Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026, open from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location Lookup and Community Background
Residents who find that these specific pantries are located far from their homes can use the Los Angeles Food Bank online system. By entering a residential address or zip code, users can find nearby food distribution centers.
Los Angeles, the most populous city in California, relies heavily on community non-profits and faith-based organizations to deliver essential social services. Organizations such as Catholic Charities, The Salvation Army, and local neighborhood centers operate throughout the metropolitan region to supply low-income residents with grocery assistance and emergency relief.
