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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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Arika Daniels
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adaniels@sandiegofoodbank.org
858-863-5216

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Community leaders gathered at the 211 San Diego call center to announce the launch of a new countywide initiative, "San Diegans Helping San Diegans," designed to strengthen access to essential services as uncertainty grows around federal funding cuts. 211 San Diego provides free, 24/7 access to trained community resource specialists who connect residents to food assistance, housing support, healthcare, utility payment help, employment services, childcare, and military and veteran services. CEO William York shared the new campaign will raise awareness about available resources while helping address service gaps created by reductions in federal health care and nutrition funding. The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank was highlighted as a key partner in that effort. CEO Casey Castillo underscored the importance of CalFresh as a foundation of food security and noted 211’s role in helping households apply for and maintain benefits. With more than 1,200 agencies in its referral network, 211 San Diego's services are available to people of all ages and backgrounds and tracks changes to ensure residents remain informed and supported. ________________________________________________________________________ Original Air Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2025 | Source: NBC 7 (Downloaded via TVEyes)
How 211 San Diego Is Helping Families Stay Connected to Services
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The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is kicking off its February Spread the Love campaign, inviting San Diegans to help fight hunger during one of the most challenging months of the year for food donations. The nut butter drive focuses on collecting peanut butter and other nut and seed butters — protein-rich, shelf-stable foods that families rely on and that are among the Food Bank’s most-requested items. The campaign is launching alongside a major contribution from International Relief Teams, which donated nearly 29,000 pounds of nut and seed butters to support families facing food insecurity across San Diego County. These high-impact items will move quickly through the Food Bank’s network of more than 450 nonprofit partners serving children, families, seniors, veterans, and active-duty military. Food Bank leaders say community participation, paired with strong nonprofit partnerships, plays a critical role in ensuring nutritious food remains available when demand stays high. Ways to give: • Donate online. $20 = 12 jars of peanut butter or nut butter! • Host a nut butter drive, either in person or virtually. • Donate unopened jars of peanut butter or other nut butters at drop-off locations across the county. Learn more or donate: https://sandiegofoodbank.org/spread-t... ________________________________________________________________________ Original Air Date: Monday, February 2, 2026
International Relief Teams Donation Supports San Diego Food Bank’s Spread the Love Campaign
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As the new year begins, the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is reminding the community that the need for food assistance continues well beyond the holiday season. Following the success of the annual Holiday Food Drive, the Food Bank is launching Spread the Love, a February campaign focused on collecting nut butter to help families facing hunger across San Diego County. Peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, and other nut butters are protein-rich, shelf-stable, and among the most requested items by households served by the Food Bank and its nonprofit partners. Community members can participate by donating jars at red barrel locations throughout the county, dropping items at the Vista or Miramar warehouses, or making an online gift. Leaders say the campaign is an important reminder that more than 400,000 people rely on food assistance each month, and continued community support makes that help possible. Ways to give: • Donate online. $20 = 12 jars of peanut butter or nut butter! • Host a nut butter drive, either in person or virtually. • Donate unopened jars of peanut butter or other nut butters at drop-off locations across the county. Learn more or donate: https://sandiegofoodbank.org/spread-the-love ________________________________________________________________________ Original Air Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026 | Source: FOX 5 (Downloaded via TVEyes)
San Diego Food Bank Launches Peanut Butter Drive This February
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The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank wrapped up its 45th annual Holiday Food Drive with incredible support from longtime grocery partners Albertsons, Vons, and Pavilions. Throughout December, shoppers across San Diego County joined the effort by purchasing $5 Hunger Bags at checkout, helping stock our shelves during the critical winter months. This year’s campaign highlighted the dedication of store teams who engaged their communities one conversation at a time. At Carlsbad Pavilions, cashier Kay helped sell 1,426 Hunger Bags, raising $7,130 for hunger relief. At Mission Hills Pavilions, cashier Roberta sold 1,242 bags, generating $6,210 in support. Their efforts reflect the power of community partnerships and frontline champions who turn everyday moments into meaningful impact. With semi-trucks full of food throughout this month, the Food Bank is better prepared to serve neighbors in need throughout the winter and into the spring. ________________________________________________________________________ Original Air Date: Friday, Wednesday, January 28, 2026 | Source: KUSI (Downloaded via TVEyes)
$5 Hunger Bags Make a Big Impact During the San Diego Food Bank’s Holiday Drive
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Meals on Wheels San Diego County is launching a new program, Groceries on the Go, in partnership with the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank. The collaboration expands support for homebound older adults by delivering additional groceries alongside prepared meals already brought to their doors. While Meals on Wheels provides daily meal delivery and wellness checks, the new program helps fill critical gaps, including breakfast items and easy-to-open, shelf-stable foods that support daily nutrition and medication routines. With food insecurity rising among seniors, especially those living on fixed incomes, the partnership combines Meals on Wheels’ trusted doorstep connections with the Food Bank’s large-scale sourcing and distribution network. Together, the organizations are working to reduce hunger, combat isolation, and help older adults across San Diego County stay nourished, healthy, and supported in their homes. ________________________________________________________________________ Original Air Date: Monday, January 26, 2026 | Source: CBS 8 (Downloaded via TVEyes)
Meals on Wheels, San Diego Food Bank Launch Groceries on the Go Program
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This February, the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is inviting the community to Spread the Love and help fight hunger during one of the most challenging times of the year for food donations. Even after the holiday season ends, the need remains, and the Food Bank continues to support more than 400,000 people every month across San Diego County. The Spread the Love campaign focuses on collecting nut butters, including peanut, almond, and cashew butter — protein-rich, shelf-stable foods that families rely on and kids love. These items also offer important options for households managing food allergies. Community members can donate jars, host a food drive, or make a financial gift that helps put nutritious food on the table. Ways to give: • Donate online. $20 = 12 jars of peanut butter or nut butter! • Host a nut butter drive, either in person or virtually. • Donate unopened jars of peanut butter or other nut butters at drop-off locations across the county. Learn more or donate: https://sandiegofoodbank.org/spread-the-love/ ________________________________________________________________________ Original Air Date: Friday, January 16, 2026 | Source: KUSI (Downloaded via TVEyes)
Spread the Love: How San Diegans Can Help Fight Hunger This February
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