Off-Campus Resources
Merced County Food Bank:
The Merced County Food Bank is a private non-profit organization that grew out of community collaboration to feed the hungry in Merced County.
- Date/Time: Monday to Friday 8am - 12pm and 1pm - 5pm
- Location: 2000 West Olive Avenue, Merced, CA, 95348
For more information call (209)-726-3663 or visit their website.
Find Your Local Food Bank
If you live outside of Merced County, you can find your local food bank by visiting feedingamerica.org.
People's Fridge
Loughborough LifeLine People's Fridge:
The People's Fridge is a community fridge where anyone can take free food, and anyone can leave produce donations. It is free and open to all. No identification or proof of income is required. Masks are required when visiting and social distancing is mandated.
People's Fridge programs are currently located in the Loughborough area in California. More information can be found on peoplesfridge.org. Please contact Erin Meyer at emeyer4@ucmerced.edu or (209)205-8102 if you have any questions.
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3135 Meadows Ave. Building 8, Apt 59, Merced, CA
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Open 24/7!
Pop-Up People's Pantry
PUPP:
Free food every Saturday, Monday and Thursday at the Pop-Up People’s Pantry from 9:00 AM -10:00 AM at 936 W. 18th St. Merced, CA. For any additional questions or to donate please email: support@foodparatodos.org or call (209)-255-1801. Facebook - HERE | Instagram - HERE
Farmers' Market Finder
Farmers' Market:
You can find your nearest farmers' market by using the Farmers' Market Finder! Find out which farmers' markets accept EBT as a source of payment and more!
Regional Food Assistance
Food Assitance:
If you or someone you know is in need of food, find the closest food program in your area here!
Last Updated: Oct. 28, 2024
