The Community Food Bank at The Center
Food Distribution
Thursdays (except on indicated holidays) 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Requirements to get access to food:
If you don’t have a card to access our services and want to receive updated information about our next enrollment period, please CLICK HERE or scan the QR code below to add your contact information. You can also call 760.281.2616 and speak to one of our staff members for details.
You must be a resident of Riverside County (CA) and bring a picture ID (if you have one) during our distribution hours. Our Food Bank Card is required for pickups to expedite the service process.
Food Distribution Alternatives:
Please contact Banco de Alimentos FIND to learn more about other food distribution opportunities and locations in the Coachella Valley.
Donation/Drop-off
Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:00am – 12:00noon | Thursdays 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Curbside option. Collecting barrels available on the street on 610 S Belardo Rd. Safe self-service drop and go!
Guidelines:
Accepted food items (items with an asterisk are high priority):
- Canned Goods (Tomatoes, Soup, String Beans, Corn, Fruit)*
- Canned Prepared Food (Spaghetti-O’s, Beef Stew, Chili, etc.)*
- Rice, 1 Pound Package
- Dry Beans, 1 Pound Package
- Macaroni & Cheese
- Pasta*
- Ramen
- Cereal
- Crackers
- Protein & Granola Bars
- Oatmeal
- Cat Food & Dog Food
- Canned Pasta Sauce*
- Peanut Butter* and/or Almond Butter (16oz. jar)
Also consider purchasing online on websites like AmazonSmile® or other online food suppliers of your preference, delivered to The Center @ 1301 N Palm Canyon Dr, 3rd Floor. Palm Springs, CA 92262.
