Food Resources
CalFresh
CalFresh, federally known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), issues monthly electronic benefits that can be used to buy most foods at many markets and food stores. The CalFresh Program helps to improve the health and well-being of qualified households and individuals by providing them a means to meet their nutritional needs. The amount of benefits you can receive is dependent on your family size, countable income, and monthly expenses such as housing, utilities, and so forth.
All U.S. citizens or Legal Permanent Resident children may qualify to receive CalFresh benefits, regardless of where the parents were born. Parents may also qualify for benefits if all other program guidelines are met. Individuals with no children also may qualify.
The program issues monthly benefits that can be used to buy most foods at many markets and food stores. These benefits are issued on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card which looks like any other credit card.
You do not have to be on welfare to get CalFresh benefits. Eligibility for CalFresh assistance, as well as the benefit amount, is based on your household’s size and income level.
Need help applying?
Our partners at the Providence Wellness and Activity Center can help you apply through the Community Health Insurance Program! Contact them to set up an appointment by
- Phone: 310-303-6784
- Email: chip@providence.org
- Or visit us Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM at 4161 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Lawndale, CA 90260
WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program
In California, WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) is a public health program that supports pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children under five who meet income guidelines by providing healthy foods, breastfeeding support, nutrition education, and referrals to community services.
To qualify, families must meet income guidelines and have a nutritional need determined at the WIC appointment. In California, families use a WIC card (an electronic benefits card, similar to a debit card) to buy approved foods at grocery stores and farmers markets that accept WIC.
WIC: Families Grow Healthy- English (PDF)
LA County Parks Food Programs (For Youth, Teens & Seniors)
LA County Parks offers free nutrition programs that support the health and well-being of community members of all ages. These programs are designed to ensure children, teens, and seniors have access to wholesome meals and snacks that promote healthy living and strong communities.
Through the Free Hot Supper Program, teens ages 12–18 can enjoy an evening meal at participating park locations, providing a safe and welcoming space to gather after school. Youth ages 17 and under may also participate in the Free Youth Snack Program, which offers healthy snacks in a structured and supportive environment each afternoon. In addition, Senior Nutrition Programs provide balanced meals that encourage wellness, connection, and active living among older adults.
Visit the LA County Parks Website for Participating Locations.
Local Food Centers
Food Pantry LAX
Tuesday & Friday 9:15 AM - noon
1355 East Beach Avenue
Inglewood, CA 90302
(310) 677-5597
St. Margaret’s Center
Monday intake appointment
10217 Inglewood Avenue
Lennox, CA 90304
(310) 672-2208
The South Bay Outreach Center
Call for intake interview
4046 Marine Avenue
Lawndale, CA 90260
(310) 675-1384
Hawthorne S.D.A. Church
1st & 3rd Sunday 10 AM - 12 PM
3939 Marine Ave
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 676-4313
St. Paul's Methodist Church
1st Thursday 9 AM - 11 PM
2600 Nelson Ave
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
(310) 370-4319
United University Church Bethesda Presbyterian Church
Thursday 2 PM - 4 PM
14404 S. Crenshaw Blvd
Gardena, CA 90249
(310) 515-8526
Ancon Club Los Angeles
2nd & 4th Saturday 10 AM - 12 PM
15307 Crenshaw Blvd
Gardena, CA 90249
Cornell Powell
Wednesday 1 PM - 2:30 PM &
Saturday 10 AM - 11:30 AM
12950 S. Prairie Ave
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(323) 578-8262
New Rock of Ages Baptist Church
Saturday 11 AM - 2 PM
12946 S. Prairie Ave
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 870-1887
Assembly of God Of Hawthorne
Sunday 12 PM - 1:30 PM
Wednesday 7:30 PM - 9 PM
3841 W. 130th St.
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(310) 675-4137
ICNA Relief
2nd Tuesday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
12209 Hawthorne Way
Hawthorne, CA 90250
(714) 399-4571
Encounter Community Church
2nd Wednesday 9 AM - 11 AM
18749 Crenshaw Boulevard
Torrance, CA 90504
(310) 323-2115
Food Banks
Food Bank Search
Call 211 for help
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
You can use the Food Bank’s food pantry locator for additional centers:
Westside Food Bank:
Feeding America
California Association of Food Banks
Mobile Food Market
Mobile Food Market
(2nd and 4th Tuesday of the Month until they run out)
VCC: Torrance Pediatrics
2228 Sepulveda Blvd
Torrance, CA 90501
www.vcc.org
(844)308-5003
