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At the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank, we believe food security is a universal need.
As the region’s largest hunger-relief organization, we serve as a critical lifeline for 400,000 people every month across San Diego County. Through a combination of direct programs and a network of more than 450 nonprofit partners, we provide food assistance to individuals and families facing food insecurity, while also advocating for systemic change and building a healthier, more resilient community.

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For media and press inquiries, please contact:

Arika Daniels
Senior Director of Communications
adaniels@sandiegofoodbank.org
858-863-5216

Announcements

Free Summer Meals and Take-Home Food Support for Children and Teens

May 26, 2026 June 5, 2026

Casey Castillo accepts his 2026 CEO of the Year award at the San Diego Business Journal recognition ceremony.

Casey Castillo Named 2026 CEO of the Year by SDBJ

May 18, 2026 June 2, 2026

Celebrating Community Impact at Our 2026 Food Donor Recognition Luncheon

April 7, 2026 April 8, 2026

San Diego Food Bank Gala

A Recipe for Success: The Culinary Duo Behind the San Diego Food Bank’s Signature Event

April 1, 2026 April 3, 2026

Spread the Love Nut Butter Drive

San Diego Community Spreads the Love Through Inaugural Peanut Butter Drive

March 13, 2026 April 1, 2026

Government building with bullhorn icon.

Partial DHS Government Shutdown: Our Statement

February 12, 2026 March 12, 2026

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Press Releases

Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank Awarded Contract with City of San Diego to Enhance Food Recovery with New Refrigerated Truck

June 4, 2026

Hunger Doesn’t Take a Summer Break: Be a Hunger Hero

May 27, 2026

San Diegans Donate More Than 100,000 Pounds of Food During Nation’s Largest One-Day Food Drive

May 11, 2026

14th Annual San Diego Food Bank Gala Raises Over $1.5 Million, the Most in Event History

May 5, 2026

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Stories

Loramy and her children

Loramy’s Story: Bringing Food Bank Support to Rural East County Families

Foodshed Cooperative, the Local Farm Network Helping Fresh Food Reach Food Bank Families

Rooted in Family Tradition and Military Service, Papa Joe Farm Cultivates Produce for Neighbors in Need

Volunteers arrange boxes of nonperishable items at a local food distribution.

Ciara & Norma’s Story: Finding Support After Devastating Loss

Scott, a U.S. Navy Gulf War combat veteran, pictured in 1990 as he prepared to deploy to the Gulf.

Scott’s Story: Finding Hope When Life Took a Turn

Three elementary-age children wearing backpacks walk down a school hallway.

Every Thursday, These Kids Know Food Is Coming

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The Power of a Familiar Face

Love Does loading fresh produce into their truck.

Love Does Brings Food and Hope, Door-to-Door, Through Food Bank

Ann holding a bag of apples.

Grandma Ann Nourishes Family, Neighbors, and Holiday Traditions Through the Food Bank

Where Compassion Meets Efficiency: How the Food Center Connects Community Through Partnership

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Fuel your impact with the latest news and updates from the San Diego Food Bank.

News Bites

Fighting Food Insecurity with the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank
San Diego Magazine (May 26, 2026)

San Diego Food Bank begins emergency food assembly for Garden Grove residents
NBC 7 (May 26, 2026)

Six months in, San Diego Food Bank’s North County facility sees growing need as CalFresh rules change
ABC 10News (May 15, 2026)

North San Diego flag football teams collect 30K diapers for families in need
San Diego Union-Tribune (May 13, 2026)

On World Hunger Day, the San Diego Food Bank is shining light on the growing need for food assistance across San Diego County and the community efforts helping meet that challenge.

Julie Moore, Director of Corporate & Community Engagement, discusses how the Food Bank is preparing for increased demand as changes to CalFresh and SNAP benefits impact local households. The organization is already seeing nonprofit partners request larger food allocations to support more neighbors facing food insecurity.

Julie also shares details about the San Diego Food Bank's 16th annual Summer Food Drive, which helps stock shelves during one of the most challenging times of the year for families. Community members can support the effort by purchasing $5 Hunger Bags at Albertsons, Vons, and Pavilions stores, hosting a virtual food drive, or making an online donation.
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Original Air Date: Thursday, May 28, 2026 | Source: KUSI (Downloaded via TVEyes)
San Diego Food Bank Prepares for Increased Need This Summer
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New federal work requirements for CalFresh are now in effect, creating additional eligibility requirements for many adults who receive food assistance benefits. The changes are expected to affect thousands of San Diego County residents as they come up for renewal.

Amy Eilts, Director of Programs at the San Diego Food Bank, discusses how the new requirements may create challenges for individuals with unstable work schedules, people experiencing homelessness, veterans, and others who were previously exempt. As uncertainty grows, the Food Bank is preparing for increased demand and expanding food distributions through its network of nonprofit partners across the region.

The San Diego Food Bank also offers CalFresh Outreach services to help residents understand eligibility requirements, navigate the application process, and access available resources. Learn more about food assistance programs and hunger-relief efforts throughout San Diego County at sandiegofoodbank.org.
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Original Air Date: Monday, June 1, 2026 | Source: KPBS (Downloaded via TVEyes)
San Diego Food Bank Prepares for Impact of CalFresh Changes
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Summer can be one of the most difficult times of the year for families experiencing food insecurity. As children lose access to school meals and household expenses continue to rise, the San Diego Food Bank is working to ensure families have access to nutritious food when they need it most.

Julie Moore, Director of Corporate and Community Engagement at the San Diego Food Bank, sits down with Good Business San Diego to share how the 16th annual Summer Food Drive helps stock pantry shelves through community support. Shoppers can purchase $5 Hunger Bags at Albertsons, Vons, and Pavilions stores, or donate nonperishable food items through the Food Bank's iconic red barrels located throughout the region.

Last year, the community purchased more than 110,000 Hunger Bags, helping provide food assistance to thousands of children, families, seniors, and individuals across San Diego County. Learn more and get involved at https://www.sandiegofoodbank.org/summer/.
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Original Air Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | Source: KUSI News (Downloaded via TVEyes)
Summer Food Drive Kicks Off at Albertsons, Vons, and Pavilions
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New federal requirements are changing eligibility rules for SNAP and CalFresh benefits, creating additional challenges for thousands of San Diego County residents. Amy Eilts, Director of Programs at the San Diego Food Bank, discusses how the changes could affect people experiencing food insecurity, including veterans, people experiencing homelessness, and other individuals who may now face expanded work-reporting requirements.

As families navigate these updates, the San Diego Food Bank's CalFresh Outreach team is available to help residents determine eligibility, complete applications, and access available benefits. The Food Bank is also increasing food distributions through its network of more than 500 nonprofit partners to help meet growing community need.

Learn more about CalFresh assistance, food distributions, volunteer opportunities, and ways to support hunger-relief efforts across San Diego County at sandiegofoodbank.org.
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Original Air Date: Monday, June 1, 2026 | Source: FOX 5 (Downloaded via TVEyes)
CalFresh Changes Take Effect: What San Diego Residents Need to Know
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Six months after opening its North County facility, the San Diego Food Bank is continuing to see growing demand as more individuals and families seek food assistance amid rising costs and changing CalFresh requirements.

The facility serves communities across North County, including Escondido, San Marcos, and Vista, providing pantry staples, fresh produce, meat, and bread to neighbors in need. North County General Manager Daniel Perez shares how the number of new clients continues to rise, with many people seeking immediate support for the first time.

The effort is made possible in part by dedicated volunteers, including Daniel and Ian Gurholt, who speak about the importance of serving a diverse community and building relationships through volunteerism.
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Original Air Date: Friday, May 15, 2026 | Source: ABC 10News (Downloaded via TVEyes)
Demand Grows at San Diego Food Bank’s North County Facility
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The City of San Marcos is investing federal Community Development Block Grant funding into programs designed to strengthen and support the community, including efforts to address childhood hunger.

Hear from Mike Minjares, Director of Grants Management, to learn how a portion of the funding will support the San Diego Food Bank’s Food 4 Kids Backpack Program, helping provide weekend meals for students in the San Marcos Unified School District who may otherwise face food insecurity when school is out. The program helps ensure children return to the classroom nourished, focused, and ready to learn.

In addition to supporting local students, the grant funding will also help improve senior services, park infrastructure, fair housing initiatives, and transportation resources throughout the city.
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Original Air Date: Friday, May 8, 2026 | Source: ABC 10News (Downloaded via TVEyes)
Funding to Support Food 4 Kids Backpack Program in San Marcos School District
YouTube Video UEw0Nkw0S3QxVVNReGgwWUd3azhNSUpRTFQyRGdtMFZJai40ODU2MTBGM0M5MkIwQzU0
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