Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz

Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz The only food bank serving Santa Cruz County and California’s oldest food bank! https://www.thefoodbank.org/

Nourishing Today | Building Tomorrow | We are the Food Bank

Need Food? ¿Necesita alimentos? At Second Harvest Food Bank, our mission is to inspire and support Santa Cruz County to provide nourishment for all community members. OUR VISION: A thriving community where everyone has access to nutritious food to support their health and wellbeing.

Introducing Nourishing New Beginnings! 🤍We’re excited to kick off National Diaper Need Awareness Week (Sept. 14-20) by l...
09/14/2026

Introducing Nourishing New Beginnings! 🤍

We’re excited to kick off National Diaper Need Awareness Week (Sept. 14-20) by launching a new way for our community to support families across Santa Cruz County.

Through the Nourishing New Beginnings Program, your gift helps provide a delivery of diapers and other essential items to families for three months.

Here’s the impact your gift can make:

🧷 $250 supports 1 family
🧷 $500 supports a family of 2
🧷 $750 supports a family of 3

You can also make a custom donation to give what works for you.

Give today and help nourish new beginnings. 🙌

Free Diaper Distribution 🍼Families are invited to join Second Harvest Food Bank for a FREE diaper distribution at Cabril...
09/12/2026

Free Diaper Distribution 🍼

Families are invited to join Second Harvest Food Bank for a FREE diaper distribution at Cabrillo College. Diapers will be available while supplies last, so be sure to stop by!

📅 Monday, September 14, 2026
⏰ 5–6 PM (diapers will not be distributed before 5 PM)
📍 Cabrillo College, Parking Lot L (6500 Soquel Dr., Aptos)

We look forward to supporting local families in our community. 🧡

40,500+ pounds of fresh produce harvested and counting! 🌱 Since May, our gleaning volunteers have helped bring more fres...
09/09/2026

40,500+ pounds of fresh produce harvested and counting! 🌱

Since May, our gleaning volunteers have helped bring more fresh, nutritious food to neighbors across Santa Cruz County. Every harvest makes a difference!

🤝Join the Glean Team:
thefoodbanksantacruz.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/gleaning

🥕Learn more about gleaning:
www.thefoodbank.org/gleaning/

A full day of giving back! 💙Last week, students from Monterey Bay Academy went above and beyond by spending the entire d...
09/09/2026

A full day of giving back! 💙

Last week, students from Monterey Bay Academy went above and beyond by spending the entire day volunteering with the Food Bank and completing both shifts!

Thank you for showing up, rolling up your sleeves, and making a difference in our community! 🙌

Ending hunger takes all of us. This Hunger Action Month, assembly is required. Whether you give, volunteer, or advocate,...
09/08/2026

Ending hunger takes all of us.

This Hunger Action Month, assembly is required. Whether you give, volunteer, or advocate, your action strengthens communities and builds a future where everyone has access to the food they need to thrive.

Swipe to check out a couple of ways you can get involved during HAM 2026!

🧡Give now: thefoodbank.org/donate/
🤝Take action: thefoodbank.org/ham-26/

Help a hungry student focus on homework, not an empty stomach. 💡Research shows hungry kids struggle to concentrate, reme...
09/08/2026

Help a hungry student focus on homework, not an empty stomach.

💡Research shows hungry kids struggle to concentrate, remember, and keep up in class.

Matching funds are still available: donate.thefoodbank.org/campaign/793606/donate?c_src=DMSumm26_sm

Second Harvest is proud to team up for this incredible event! 🦃 Walking or running, every step you take helps us keep pl...
09/08/2026

Second Harvest is proud to team up for this incredible event! 🦃 Walking or running, every step you take helps us keep plates full and neighbors supported across Santa Cruz County.

We’re honored to partner alongside such amazing local organizations making a meaningful impact in our community. Thanks for stepping up to help us fight food insecurity!

We hope to see many of our neighbors in San Jose! 🧡🏃

Food Bank Holiday Closure 📢Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observan...
09/07/2026

Food Bank Holiday Closure 📢

Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.

We will reopen and resume regular hours on Tuesday, September 8.

This Labor Day, we’re grateful for the hardworking people who help keep our community nourished and cared for. We wish everyone a safe and restful Labor Day! 🧡

09/05/2026

Looking for a fun and meaningful way to volunteer and give back to your community? Well, look no further; we know the perfect place for you - join our volunteer Glean Team! 🥬

As part of the Glean Team, you will be one of the helping hands that allows us to harvest produce that then becomes available to be distributed to our Santa Cruz County neighbors.

Interested in volunteering with us?
🙌 Sign up to become a Gleaning Volunteer!
www.thefoodbanksantacruz.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/gleaning

🌱 Learn more about our Gleaning Program!
www.thefoodbank.org/glean/

Address

800 Ohlone Pkwy
Watsonville, CA
95076

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18317227110

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