Food DROP - A Day Without Hunger - LA County Public Works

A Day Without Hunger

The Food DROP program also includes A Day Without Hunger, a series of food recovery/distribution events throughout Los Angeles County to raise public awareness of food insecurity.

Event Highlights

Businesses:

  • May bring surplus food to their nearest food recovery event.
  • Learn how to safely donate food while claiming tax benefits.
  • Receive recognition for having a food donation program.

Residents:

  • Residents who need food are encouraged to come and receive free nutritious food and demonstrations on healthy meal preparations.
  • Residents with excess food may donate unopened, non-perishable (retail packaged) food items.
  • Residents may also donate fruits from their backyard to nonprofits. Call an organization below to set up a time and date for pickup.
  • Food distribution volunteers are welcome. Please email FoodDROPLA@dpw.lacounty.gov or call (626) 458-3561 for more information on volunteer opportunities.

Companies/Work:

  • Encourage employees or coworkers to join a group and volunteer at one or more of our events!
  • Coordinate a food drive at work and donate to a local food pantry or A Day Without Hunger event(s).
  • Learn what your company can do to implement or improve on a recycling program to reduce food waste in your break rooms.

Event Details

Browse pictures from past A Day Without Hunger events below!

October 4, 2019 – Basset Park in La Puente

July 27, 2019 – “MEND-Meet Each Need with Dignity” in Pacoima

May 31, 2019 – “City of Palmdale-SAVES” in Palmdale

May 15, 2019 – “WLCAC-Family Source Center” in Watts

March 29, 2019 – “Interfaith Food Center” in Santa Fe Springs

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