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Tackling Food Insecurity Into the Next Decade
July 12, 2021
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FOX 5 San Diego Gives Back at the North County Food Bank
June 17, 2021
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San Diego Food Bank’s 2021 Summer Food Drive Begins
June 3, 2021
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Community Support Makes San Diego Food Bank’s 2021 Summer Food Drive
June 3, 2021
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Food Bank Celebrates Volunteer Week & Earth Day
April 25, 2021
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Drive-Thru Food Distribution for Hospitality Workers
April 23, 2021
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San Diego Food Bank Breaks Records, Warns of Need for Years to Come
April 6, 2021
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San Diego Food Bank Continues to Help Families Through The Pandemic
February 19, 2021
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North County Food Bank’s Drive-Thru Super Pantry
February 18, 2021
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Food Insecurity Relief Plan
January 22, 2021
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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 30,000-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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Why are you interested in touring the Food Bank?
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General interest
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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 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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Yes
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Unsure
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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Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
When would you like your food drive to end?
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Date Format: 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
.
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
.
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. 1445 Engineer Street, Suite 110, 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. 1445 Engineer Street, Suite 110, 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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Yes
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?
Yes
No
Do you have a logo you would like to include on your customized Virtual Food Drive page?
Accepted file types: jpg, png, jpeg.
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.
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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Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
What is the end date for this partnership?
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Date Format: 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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Yes
No
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 be sure your voicemail is set up, so we can leave 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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Yes
No
Monthly Gross Income (before taxes):
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If applicable. Please include income from employment, unemployment benefits, child support, social security, disability, etc.
Are you currently receiving benefits through the Social Security Administration:
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
None
Referring Agency
Comments
Register for the 10th Annual MLK Food Drive Challenge
Which high school do you belong to?
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How many students are enrolled at your high school?
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We are requesting this information as some of the awards that are presented to schools by Laurels for Leaders at the end of the campaign are based on the number of pounds collected per capita.
What is your school’s address?
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If you are an individual, please type your home address.
What is the name of the faculty advisor who will be overseeing your food drive?
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What is the faculty advisor’s email address?
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What is the best phone number to reach the faculty advisor?
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What is the name of the student who will be helping to oversee the food drive?
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What is the student’s email address?
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What is the best phone number to reach the student contact?
When would you like your food drive to start?
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Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
Please keep in mind that in order to qualify for the ASB challenge, high schools must host their food drive for two weeks anytime between Nov. 1, 2020 and Jan. 30, 2021.
When would you like your food drive to end?
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Date Format: 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.
How many barrels do you need?
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Please enter a number from
1
to
1000
.
How many boxes do you need?
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Please enter a number from
1
to
1000
.
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 a.m. – 11 a.m.& 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. 1445 Engineer Street, Suite 110, 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.
Where would you like to have the supplies delivered?
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Please provide a complete address including suite numbers, floor number, etc.
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 a.m. – 11 a.m. & 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. 1445 Engineer Street, Suite 110, 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.
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.
Are you interested in adding a Virtual Food Drive?
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Yes
No
Is there any additional information our team needs to know to complete this food drive registration?