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Resources
UC Berkeley
Click here to view the food pantries provided by UCB.
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The following is a list of food banks and pantries located in the city of Berkeley:
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The Basic Needs Holistic Fund provides students with emergency financial support. Click here for more information on how to apply.
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The Village Bear Pantry Food & Diaper Bank is a program for residents living in University Villages. Click here to fill out the application.
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For extra support and nutritional guidance visit a registered dietitian. Click here to learn more and/or schedule an appointment.
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Click here to find additional resources.
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UC Davis
Click here to view the food pantries provided by UCD.
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Yolo Food Banks are located throughout Davis to provide free groceries to the public. Click here to find the hours and locations.
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Fruit & Veggie Up! provides free fresh produce available to all UCD students. Click here for more details.
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Click here to view all edible gardens located on the UCD campus.
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Davis Community Meals and Housing offers weekly free meals in the city of Davis. Click here for more information about the schedule.
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Text TOMATO to 888777 to receive text notifications about food distributions in Davis.
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Click here to find additional resources.
UC Irvine
Click here to view the food pantries provided by UCI.
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Emergency meal swipes are available to students in search of help. Click here to learn how to apply.
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Zot Bites invites students when excess food is available after catered events. Click here to sign up for text messages.
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The Economic Crisis Grant provides students with financial support. Click here to check your eligibility.
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Click here for one-time grocery card support if CalFresh is not an option.
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For guidance schedule a consultation with one of the following:
Financial Wellness Consultations
CalFresh Application Assistance
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Click here to find additional resources.
UC Los Angeles
Click here to view the food pantries provided by UCLA.
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The following is a list websites that provide food resources and programs in the city of Los Angeles:
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
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Bruin Bites sends notifications to students when excess food is available from on-campus events. Click here for details on how to sign up.
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The ECRT Meal Voucher Program provides students with up to 5 free meals. Click here to check your eligibility.
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Click here to schedule an appointment with the UCLA CalFresh Initiative for guidance with filling out the CalFresh application.
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Click here to find additional resources.
UC Merced
Click here to view the food pantries provided by UCM.
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The Merced County Food Bank distributes food to the public. Click here to get more information.
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The following is a list of pantries that provide free groceries:
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Click here or text FOOD to 855-23 to sign up for text notifications when excess food is left after a campus event.
The UCM campus community garden provides students with fresh produce. Click here for more details.
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The Emergency Food Assistant Program offers monthly food packages. Click here to check your eligibility.
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Click here to find additional resources.
UC Riverside
Click here to view the food pantries provided by UCR.
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To search for local food banks and pantries in the city of Riverside click here.
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UCR offers short term grocery support to students in need. Click here to check your eligibility.
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The Economic Crisis Response Team provides students with financial support. Click here to learn how to apply.
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Click here to subscribe for notifications when there is excess free food on campus from catered events.
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The campus R'Garden provides fresh produce to the community. Click here for more information.
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Click here to find additional resources.
UC San Diego
Click here to view the food pantries provided by UCSD.
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The San Diego Food Bank distributes groceries across the county. Click here to find local distribution sites.
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The Food Recovery Network reduces waste by distributing recovered food. Click here for more details.
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Click here to visit Feeding San Diego or call 858-452-3663 for information on local food resources.
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The Food Notification App sends messages to students when excess food is left after an event. To learn how to sign up click here.
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The Grocery Shuttle provides free transportation on weekends. Click here for the schedule and nearby stores.
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Click here to find additional resources.
UC Santa Barbara
Click here to view the food pantries provided by UCSB.
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For a list of all food banks and pantries located in Santa Barbara County click here.
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The Isla Vista Co-op is a community-owned grocery store that offers healthy and affordable food options. Click here to learn more information.
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Click here to view a list of gardens and farms available for students.​
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The Seed Bank provides students with a variety of native seeds and tools to start a garden. Click here to fill out a form to register.
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Meet with a basic needs advocate for extra support and guidance. Click here to schedule an appointment.
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Click here to find additional resources.
UC Santa Cruz
Click here to view the food pantries provided by UCSC.
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For a list of food resources located throughout the city of Santa Cruz click here.
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The Kresge Food Co-op is a student run grocery store that offers affordable food options. Click here for more information.
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Click here to visit the Redwood Free Market instagram page for updates.
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The Slug Support Program offers guidance and financial support. Click here for more information on how to reach out for assistance.
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The Cowell Coffee Shop supplies students with free semi-prepared meal kits. Click here for further details.
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Click here to find additional resources.
