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USDA-funded program providing free or reduced-price school lunches to eligible students at California's 10,000+ public schools. Children from families at or below 130% of federal poverty level qualify for free meals; reduced-price for up to 185%. Apply at your child's school district each school year. Also includes free breakfast at many schools. Universal Meals Act provides free meals to all students in some districts.
(916) 322-4533 · 1430 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
USDA's The Emergency Food Assistance Program distributes free commodity foods including canned goods, produce, dairy, and meat through California food banks and local agencies to low-income households. Contact your local food bank or call (916) 654-0461 to find the nearest distribution site. No documentation required at most sites. Available monthly at community distribution points throughout California.
(916) 654-0461 · 744 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
Provides free food and comprehensive family services for low-income residents of Sacramento County including emergency food boxes, prepared meals, and nutrition education. Serves 150,000+ people annually. No documentation required for emergency food. Call (916) 925-3240 or visit sacramentofoodbank.org. Located on Third Avenue in Sacramento. Open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with food distribution hours posted on their website.
(916) 925-3240 · 3333 Third Ave., Sacramento, CA 95817