"Donating money rather than food gives food banks far more flexibility, as these nonprofits are able to negotiate special deals for the food they buy in bulk - at much better prices than you can access as a private customer at a store. "We can really stretch people's dollars far," Bacho said. "And believe me, they are really needed in this moment.""
"The government shutdown has reached its fifth week. And it's confirmed that the 5.5 million Californians who use CalFresh - the state's version of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly known as food stamps - will have their November SNAP payments delayed. Don't feel you need to wait until the holidays to volunteer or donate "The holidays are definitely busier times when we tend to get more volunteers coming in," said Elizabeth Gomez, vice president of impact at the Alameda County Community Food Bank."
The government shutdown has reached its fifth week, and 5.5 million Californians who rely on CalFresh will have their November SNAP payments delayed. Local food banks face increased demand and need volunteers year-round, not just during holidays. Monetary donations provide more flexibility because food banks can buy in bulk at lower prices, allowing funds to be stretched further. Recommended donations include ready-to-eat meals, canned proteins, snacks for children, nonperishable fruit, peanut butter, cereal, and nutrition bars. Food banks ask donors to avoid soda, damaged items, spoiled produce, previously thawed goods, and ice cream. Some organizations also accept household and personal-care items; contact local banks for needs.
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