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Sign up for a Tour of the Food Bank
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Which facility would you like to tour?
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The San Diego Food Bank's 90,000 sq. ft. warehouse in Miramar
North County Food Bank's 70,000-square-foot warehouse in Vista
List three dates you are available to take the tour.
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Please note, San Diego Food Bank tours are available Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. North County Food Bank tours are available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Number of people attending the tour.
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Is anyone in your group under the age of 16? Yes/No
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Organization name (if applicable)
Why are you interested in touring the Food Bank?
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General interest
Considering a fundraiser
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Please select one if you answered "Professional interest" to the previous question.
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Register Your Volunteer Group
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Please enter your phone number:
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Please include area code and extension number, if it applies.
The best way for us to communicate is via email. What is your email address?
Please provide the name of the group, company or organization interested in volunteering.
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Has your group volunteered with us before?
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Which location would you like to volunteer at?
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San Diego Food Bank Warehouse - Miramar
North County Food Bank Warehouse - Vista
Great! Select each day(s) and time your group is available to volunteer. Hold down "CTRL" on keyboard to select more than one.
Please note due to popular demand, Saturday shifts are limited so we are scheduling Saturday group shifts at least 4 months in advance. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Monday - 9 a.m. to 12 noon (Miramar)
Monday - 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Miramar)
Tuesday - 9 a.m. to 12 noon (Miramar)
Tuesday - 1 pm. to 4 p.m. (Miramar)
Tuesday - 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Miramar)
Wednesday - 9 a.m. to 12 noon (Miramar)
Wednesday - 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Miramar)
Wednesday - 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Miramar)
Thursday - 9 a.m. to 12 noon (Miramar)
Thursday - 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Miramar)
Thursday - 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Miramar)
Friday - 9 a.m. to 12 noon (Miramar)
Friday - 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Miramar)
Friday - 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Miramar)
Saturday - 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. (Miramar)
Saturday - 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (Miramar)
Great! Select each day(s) and time your group is available to volunteer. Hold down "CTRL" on keyboard to select more than one.
Please note due to popular demand, Saturday shifts are limited so we are scheduling Saturday group shifts at least 4 months in advance. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Tuesday - 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Vista)
Tuesday - 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Vista)
Wednesday - 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Vista)
Wednesday - 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Vista)
Thursday - 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Vista)
Thursday - 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Vista)
Friday - 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Vista)
Friday - 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Vista)
Saturday - 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Vista)
Saturday - 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Vista)
How many volunteers are in your group?
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For scheduled group volunteer shifts, each group must have at least 5 people.
Volunteers at the Miramar warehouse have to be at least 11 years or older to participate. Groups with volunteers between the ages of 11 and 16 must have at least 1 adult to every 4 children.
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Please select one option.
Yes, we have the required number of adults to volunteer with the children in our group.
We do not have any volunteers under the age of 16 in our group.
Is there any additional information you can provide to prepare for your future volunteer shift?
Additional information may include a particular date of interest or details regarding availability. Please keep in mind that all shifts are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Would you like to sign up for the San Diego Food Bank's email list?
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Privacy Statement: The San Diego Food Bank does not sell, trade, or share our supporters’ contact information.
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Register Your Food Drive
What is your Company, Group, or Organization Name?
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If you are hosting a food drive as an individual, please type your name.
What is your company/group/organization's address?
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If you are an individual, please type your home address.
What is the name of the primary contact for this food drive?
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What is the primary contact's email address?
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What is the best phone number to reach the primary contact?
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When would you like your food drive to start?
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MM slash DD slash YYYY
When would you like your food drive to end?
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MM slash DD slash YYYY
Will you be using your own containers (crates, cardboard boxes, etc.) to collect food drive donations?
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Yes
No
What kind of container(s) do you need?
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Barrels (3 ft. x 2 ft. and holds up to 200 pounds)
Small Cardboard Boxes (18 in. x 12 in. x 20 in. and holds up to 30 pounds)
Please note: We have a limited supply of red food drive barrels available. If your food drive allows, please consider requesting boxes instead. (6 boxes = 1 barrel)
I understand that there is a $25 equipment fee for unreturned barrels. For every $25, the Food Bank can provide 150 pounds of food to families in need.
How many barrels do you need?
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Please enter a number from
1
to
20
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Please note: We have a limited supply of red food drive barrels. If your food drive allows, please consider requesting boxes instead. (6 boxes = 1 barrel)
How many boxes do you need?
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Please enter a number from
1
to
250
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How would you like to receive these containers?
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We will pick up barrels/boxes at the San Diego Food Bank (Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. at 9850 Distribution Ave. San Diego, CA 92121)
We will pick up barrels/boxes at the North County Food Bank (Mon. – Fri. 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at 3030 Enterprise Court, Suite A, Vista, CA 92081)
We need the Food Bank to drop off our food drive supplies.
Please note: We are unable to pick up food donations from residential addresses.
How will the Food Bank receive your donations?
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We will drop off our food donations at the San Diego Food Bank (Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. at 9850 Distribution Ave. San Diego, CA 92121)
We will drop off our food donations at the North County Food Bank (Mon. – Fri. 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at 3030 Enterprise Court, Suite A, Vista, CA 92081)
We need the Food Bank to pick up our food donations.
Please note: We are unable to pick up food donations from residential addresses.
Container Delivery/Donation Pick Up Address
If you've requested to have supplies dropped off or to have donations picked up, please provide a complete street address including zip codes, suite numbers, floor number, etc. (IF DIFFERENT FROM ABOVE)
Will the Food Bank pick up and/or drop off at the same address as listed above?
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Please note: We are unable to deliver to or pick up from residential addresses.
Is there any additional information our team needs to know to coordinate food drive logistics?
Please use this area to list special instructions for our drivers including gate codes, security guards, etc.
Would you like your site to be listed as a public donation drop-off site on our website for the duration of your food drive?
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No
This means that your food drive would be listed on our website, and members of the public can drop off food donations at your location. Due to safety guidelines, please select “no” if your food drive will be held at a private residence or a school campus.
Food Drive Drop-Off Hours for Website Listing
Please list your organization's hours of operation for accepting food drive donations from members of the public.
Are you interested in hosting a Virtual Food Drive?
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No
Do you have a logo you would like to include on your customized Virtual Food Drive page?
Accepted file types: jpg, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 5 MB.
We recommend uploading a high-res PNG or JPG version of your logo or photo.
Food Drive Registration Submission Agreement
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I understand that this form is a request to register a food drive with the San Diego Food Bank or North County Food Bank chapter. All final confirmations (including container delivery and website listing) will be verified by Food Bank staff via email within three business days.
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Sign up for a Partnership Request
Please provide the name of your company or organization.
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Please provide your company/organization's address.
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Please enter your company/organization's website address.
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Please provide the primary phone number for your company/organization.
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Please enter the primary contact's name for this proposed partnership.
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What is the primary contact's email address?
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Please provide a brief description of your partnership proposal.
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Which food bank will this partnership directly benefit?
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San Diego Food Bank
North County Food Bank
What is the start date for this partnership?
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MM slash DD slash YYYY
What is the end date for this partnership?
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MM slash DD slash YYYY
Where will the partnership/promotion/event(s) take place?
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For example, cities in San Diego County, specific organization locations such as retail stores, restaurants, etc.
Who is the target audience for the partnership?
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Please describe any specific products or services that will be used in the promotion.
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PLEASE NOTE: If a product is involved in the partnership, you MUST provide samples of the product(s) before production and distribution.
Please describe the specific goals that the company/organization has in terms of products/services sales.
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Estimated retail cost of products/ services involved in the promotion:
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Please provide the specific percentage from sales OR amount per item OR percentage of overall proceeds that will be donated to the selected Food Bank.
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What is the estimated amount to be donated to the designated Food Bank as part of this partnership?
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Will the proceeds of the partnership be a general donation or restricted to a specific Food Bank program?
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A general donation
Restricted to a specific Food Bank program
Why are you considering the Food Bank as the beneficiary of this opportunity?
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Does your business or organization have any expectations of the Food Bank in the partnership?
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What is the time frame in which you would like the Food Bank to make a decision about the potential strategic alliance?
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Will your company/ organization use the media (TV, radio, print) to promote the partnership?
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CalFresh Eligibility Request
Please enter your first and last name:
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First
Last
Street Address
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Apartment Number
City
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Zip Code
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Please enter your phone number:
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Please include area code and extension number, if it applies.
Email Address
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Do you prefer to be contacted by phone or email:
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Phone
Email
Phone or Email
If you prefer to be contacted over the phone, please make sure your voicemail is set up so we can leave you a message in the event you miss our call.
Preferred language:
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English
Spanish
Please indicate which language you prefer when someone from our team contacts you.
Best days to reach you:
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Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Check all that apply.
Household size:
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Number of people in household you purchase or prepare food with.
Are any household members disabled or over the age of 60?
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Monthly Gross Income (before taxes):
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If applicable, please include income from employment, unemployment benefits, child support, social security, disability, BAH (for military personnel), etc.
Are you currently receiving benefits through the Social Security Administration:
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
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Referring Agency
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Sign Up For A Food ID Card
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Date of Birth
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Street Address
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Please indicate the type of phone number you listed.
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What is your gender?
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What is your ethnicity?
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What is your primary language?
Please type in the box below.
Questions About Your Household
Do any of the following apply to members of your household?
Disabled
Homeless
Veteran of the U.S. Military
Active Duty Military or Dependent
Please select all that apply. If none apply, please leave this question blank and continue on to the next question.
Does your household currently receive any of the following public benefits?
CalFresh
WIC
Disability (SSI or SSDI)
Medicare/Medi-Cal
Social Security (SSA)
Please select all that apply. If you don’t currently receive any of the benefits listed, please leave this question blank and continue on to the next question.
How many people currently reside in your household?
Please enter a number from
1
to
50
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If there is more than one person living in your household, please list their first and last name, birthday and relationship to you below.
For example: Jane Doe, 4/2/1977, Mother
Is anyone in your household in need of diapers?
Yes
No
Many of the San Diego Food Bank's distribution partners also provide diapers through the Diaper Bank Program to families with infants and toddlers at home. Newborn to size 6 are available.
Thank you for completing the form. How would you like to receive your Food Bank ID Card?
Mailed to the address provided.
Emailed to the email address provided.
Please select only one option. If you opt to have it mailed to you, it will take about one month to be delivered. If you select the email option, you should receive it in 7 days.
Please add any additional comments you may have in the text box below.
If no additional comments, please click the submit button.
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