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Food banks, pantries, free meals and SNAP boosts. No judgment, just help. 9 sources, linked on each listing.
Long Beach · Help Me Help You · Cesar Chavez Elementary, 730 W. 3rd Street, Long Beach, CA 90802 · Food Pantries
Grocery Grab N’ Go at Cesar Chavez Elementary every 1st Wednesday 2–3 PM. Walk-ups only. No ID or income proof required.
When: 1st Wednesday each month 2–3 p.m.; walk-ups only (Main St entrance)
Source: Help Me Help YouLast verified:
Long Beach · Help Me Help You · Museum of Latin American Art, 628 Alamitos Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90802 · Food Pantries
Help Me Help You Grocery Grab N’ Go provides free nutritious groceries. MOLAA location every 1st & 3rd Wednesday 4–5 PM. No registration, ID, or proof of income required—sign in and receive food.
When: 1st & 3rd Wednesday each month, 4–5 p.m.; walk-up and drive-thru
Source: Help Me Help YouLast verified:
Los Angeles · The Midnight Mission · 601 S San Pedro St, Los Angeles, CA 90014 · Food Pantries
The Midnight Mission's annual Thanksgiving Celebration serving a free holiday meal to neighbors on Skid Row.
When: Thursday, Nov 26, 2026, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Source: The Midnight MissionLast verified:
Los Angeles · Impact LA · 1010 East 10th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021 · Food Pantries
Free groceries, produce, and essentials for families. First-come, first-served; no registration required. In partnership with LA Regional Food Bank.
When: 1st and 3rd Fridays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. (ongoing)
Source: Downtown LA / Impact LALast verified:
Los Angeles · Coptic American Social Services (CASS) · 5814 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90016 · Food Pantries
Free grocery distribution in Mid-City for individuals and families facing hardship, including seniors and newcomers.
When: First and third Saturday of each month, 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Listed on CASS Los AngelesLast verified:
Los Angeles · Food Access LA / Hollywood Farmers’ Market · 1600 Ivar Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028 · Food Pantries
CalFresh/EBT users receive a dollar-for-dollar match up to $15 per week for fresh fruits and vegetables via GUSNIP and LA County ARP Market Match. WIC and Senior FMNP checks also accepted. Visit the information booth. Match tokens valid only at this market.
When: Sundays 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
Source: Food Access LALast verified:
Los Angeles · AfricActive Foundation, Inc. · 5036 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90016 · Food Pantries
Free food distribution on Saturdays.
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Listed on El ComercioLast verified:
Hollywood · Blessed Sacrament Food Pantry · 6657 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028 · Food Pantries
Free food distribution on Saturdays.
When: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Listed on El ComercioLast verified:
Long Beach · Catholic Charities Community Services · 123 E. 14th St., Long Beach, CA 90813 · Food Pantries
Free food pantry open Tuesdays and Thursdays.
When: Tue & Thu 9:30 AM–noon and 1:30–3:00 PM
Listed on Signal TribuneLast verified:
Long Beach · Christian Outreach Action · 515 E. Third St., Long Beach · Food Pantries
Free breakfast, lunch, dinner, and food pantry.
When: Breakfast daily 7:30 a.m.; Lunch Sat and last Sun 11 a.m.; Dinner Mon-Fri 4:30 p.m.; Pantry Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 10 a.m.–noon
Listed on Signal TribuneLast verified:
Long Beach · Church One Ministries · 700 70th St., Long Beach · Food Pantries
Free food pantry, groceries, and hot meals weekdays.
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Listed on Signal TribuneLast verified:
El Monte · City of El Monte · 4140 Gibson Road, El Monte, CA 91731 · Food Pantries
Free food distribution event.
When: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Listed on El ComercioLast verified:
Long Beach · Multiple (e.g., Christian Outreach in Action, Long Beach Community Table, others) · Various, e.g., 515 E 3rd St (Christian Outreach); check directories · Food Pantries
Verified free food pantries and hot meal programs citywide. No fees or income checks at many locations. Use Long Beach Fresh Food Oasis Map or local directories for current hours.
When: Varies; many open multiple weekdays; some daily hot meals
Listed on LB FRESH Food AssistanceLast verified:
Long Beach · Long Beach Community Table · LBCT location · Food Pantries
Open pantry with free food distribution on listed days.
When: Tue & Wed 5-7pm, Fri noon-4pm, Sat noon-2pm
Listed on Signal TribuneLast verified:
Los Angeles · Los Angeles Regional Food Bank · All Los Angeles locations (partner pantries citywide) · Food Pantries
Official tool to find free food pantries and distributions from the network of 600+ partner agencies across Los Angeles County. Bring ID showing address; call ahead as schedules change. No citizenship requirements.
When: Varies by pantry; search by ZIP for current hours and distributions
Source: Los Angeles Regional Food BankLast verified: