Photo courtesy of Vida en el Valle
Fresno EOC hosts food distribution events in Cantua Creek, Fresno, Mendota, Parlier, Orange Cove, and Sanger every month. In Parlier, they hold events twice a month. Families who go, will often see long lines. The number of families served, paints a picture.
Fresno EOC Food Distributions
- 2019, 91 food distributions conducted, and 13,507 families served
- 2020, 77 food distributions conducted, and 21,021 families served
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- Pre-pandemic, 22 food distributions conducted, and 3,668 families served
- During the pandemic, 55 food distributions conducted, and 17,353 families served
- 2021, 83 food distributions conducted, and 14,294 families served
Learn more about how Fresno EOC and other agencies help local families keep food on their tables in an article and video featured in the Fresno Bee’s Vida en el Valle.
About Fresno EOC Food Services
Fresno EOC Food Services Program provides healthy and nutritious meals to pre-school and school-age children, youth and young adults, and seniors. The program also offers catering services. We have an excellent team, which includes a registered dietician and a chef.
In addition, we have a food distribution program that provides food to families in rural communities and inner city areas impacted by weather issues and economic downturn. Anyone can get a free meal at distribution sites. No ID is required.