Hunger Action Month

We believe access to nutritious food is a basic human right. Our mission is to end hunger through food rescue in San Diego County. YOU are a crucial part of achieving that mission.

Hunger Action Month

We believe access to nutritious food is a basic human right. Our mission is to end hunger through food rescue in San Diego County. YOU are a crucial part of achieving that mission.

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Why Donate to Feeding San Diego

When you give to Feeding San Diego, every dollar helps provide 2 meals to San Diegans facing hunger.

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State of Hunger

Hunger can be hard to recognize, but it is all around us. According to Feeding America’s Map the Meal Gap 2026 research, nearly 430,000 people in San Diego County are food insecure.

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Purchasing Power

Our distribution model stretches your dollar further. Because we rescue food and partner with food distributors, every dollar you donate helps provide 2 meals to the community.

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Food Rescue

More than 89% of the food we distribute is rescued. High-quality surplus food is collected from all types of food donors and distributed to people in need, keeping food in the community and out of the landfill.

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Four-Star Charity

With a 93% rating on Charity Navigator, you can give with confidence, knowing your donation makes a positive impact on your local community.

Why Donate to Feeding San Diego

When you give to Feeding San Diego, every dollar helps provide 2 meals to San Diegans facing hunger.

Bag of groceries

State of Hunger

Hunger can be hard to recognize, but it is all around us. According to Feeding America’s Map the Meal Gap 2026 research, nearly 430,000 people in San Diego County are food insecure.

Bag of groceries

Purchasing Power

Our distribution model stretches your dollar further. Because we rescue food and partner with food distributors, every dollar you donate helps provide 2 meals to the community.

Icon of hand picking berries

Food Rescue

More than 89% of the food we distribute is rescued. High-quality surplus food is collected from all types of food donors and distributed to people in need, keeping food in the community and out of the landfill.

Charity Navigator logo

Four-Star Charity

With a 93% rating on Charity Navigator, you can give with confidence, knowing your donation makes a positive impact on your local community.

 A lot of times, military families don’t get paid that much. You know that if you’re ever struggling with money, you have a way to feed your family.

“Lucas is in his first year of kindergarten. It’s just me and him, and our dog. I love California. It’s definitely way more expensive than North Carolina, so we’re always on a tight budget. I rely on the YMCA on base. They also do a food drive every two weeks, and that takes a lot of the financial pressure off. Mainly, I’m able to rely on dry goods, and I just buy the meats and milk or cold stuff myself, and it helps a lot. A lot of times, military families don’t get paid that much. It’s very heartwarming because you build a community. You know that if you’re ever struggling with money, you have a way to feed your family. So it’s very comforting.”

— Kim, an enlisted, single mom who picked up food at North Terrace Elementary School.

 A lot of times, military families don’t get paid that much. You know that if you’re ever struggling with money, you have a way to feed your family.

“Lucas is in his first year of kindergarten. It’s just me and him, and our dog. I love California. It’s definitely way more expensive than North Carolina, so we’re always on a tight budget. I rely on the YMCA on base. They also do a food drive every two weeks, and that takes a lot of the financial pressure off. Mainly, I’m able to rely on dry goods, and I just buy the meats and milk or cold stuff myself, and it helps a lot. A lot of times, military families don’t get paid that much. It’s very heartwarming because you build a community. You know that if you’re ever struggling with money, you have a way to feed your family. So it’s very comforting.”

— Kim, an enlisted, single mom who picked up food at North Terrace Elementary School.

Ways to Get Involved During Hunger Action Month

Volunteers are a crucial part of our mission at Feeding San Diego. With an ambitious goal of ending hunger in San Diego County through food rescue, we rely on those willing to donate their time to our cause.

We have several volunteer opportunities at our Sorrento Valley headquarters and other locations in the community, as well as options to volunteer remotely.

Group of volunteers pose at our mobile pantry in Julian

Merch That Gives Back

From bucket hats to sweatshirts and more! Every item purchased helps Feeding San Diego provide nutritious meals to San Diegans facing hunger.

Start a Fundraiser

Make a difference by starting a fundraiser. Reach out and ask friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors to give.

Ways to Get Involved During Hunger Action Month

Volunteer

Group of volunteers pose at our mobile pantry in Julian

Rock Swag with Impact

Feeding San Diego belt bag

Start a Fundraiser

Volunteers are a crucial part of our mission at Feeding San Diego. With an ambitious goal of ending hunger in San Diego County through food rescue, we rely on those willing to donate their time to our cause.

We have several volunteer opportunities at our Sorrento Valley headquarters and other locations in the community, as well as options to volunteer remotely.

From bucket hats to sweatshirts and more! Every item purchased helps Feeding San Diego provide nutritious meals to San Diegans facing hunger.

Make a difference by starting a fundraiser. Reach out and ask friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors to give.

Help Families Facing Hunger

Help Families Facing Hunger

Mother and son pose with fresh strawberries

We would love to have you as a corporate partner!

Your partnership would mean a lot to us — and hundreds of thousands of San Diegans.