"Food insecurity, unfortunately, doesn't stop, and nonprofit organizations tend to see a drop in donations at the beginning of the year. First and foremost, these organizations need donations in dollars, which they can stretch through bulk purchasing. Second, they need hands-on volunteers. But if you're cleaning out your pantry or fridge, they also take food products that are sealed and labeled, particularly dry/shelf-stable goods, canned proteins and healthy snacks."
"Second Harvest of Silicon Valley: Volunteers can organize fundraisers or work hands-on to sort and distribute food. Besides cash and food, stock donations are accepted. Call 408-266-8866 or visit shfb.org Workers process food at Second Harvest Silicon Valley's facility in San Jose on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. (Katie Pleitez/Mosaic) Alameda County Community Food Bank: Volunteers are needed to pack produce and load trucks. Besides cash, volunteer time and food, you can also donate cryptocurrency or stock."
"The Virtual Food Drive lets individuals or organizations see exactly what monetary donations will buy. Call 510-635-3663 or visit accfb.org Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano: Volunteers can organize fundraisers or work hands-on to box, bag, sort or distribute food. Besides cash and food, stock donations are accepted. Call 855-309-3663 or visit foodbankccs.org Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa County: This nonprofit offers hot lunches, available as a sit-down meal or a grab-and-go, to anyone weekdays at its locations in Antioch, Oakley and Walnut"
Donations and volunteer support are needed year-round because food insecurity continues after winter holidays and nonprofits often see donation drops in early year. Monetary donations are the most useful because organizations can stretch dollars through bulk purchasing. Volunteers are needed for sorting, packing, loading trucks, distributing meals, and organizing fundraisers. Food banks accept sealed, labeled shelf-stable goods, canned proteins, and healthy snacks. Stock and cryptocurrency donations are accepted by several organizations. Contact information is provided for Second Harvest of Silicon Valley, Alameda County Community Food Bank, Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano, and Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa County for donations and volunteer opportunities.
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