The Orangevale-Fair Oaks Food Bank desires to make a positive impact on our community by helping those who have hit difficult times.
If you have lost a job, are struggling to meet basic needs, or just need someone to pray with you – we are here to help.
If you have lost a job, are struggling to meet basic needs, or just need someone to pray with you – we are here to help.
OVFOFB is an equal opportunity provider.
LocationThe Orangevale-Fair Oaks Food Bank is located at
6483 Main Ave in Orangevale |
Distribution TimesMondays 11am-1pm
Wednesday 4:30-6:30pm Thursday 10am-12:30pm Friday 10am-12:30pm |
Annual Closures & Weather Updates
Closed for the Holidays: Memorial Day Monday 5/29/23, Summer Break July 3rd-7th, 2023, Labor Day Monday 9/4/23,
the week of Thanksgiving (11/21-24,2023), and the last two weeks of the year which includes Christmas and New Years Day (12/21/23-1/1/24).
Weather and Smoke: If the air quality levels reach 150 AQI or higher, we may close for the safety of our volunteers and clients.
Heat: Temperatures of 103 or more, we may close distribution for the safety of our volunteers and clients.
Lighting: due to our distribution being outside, we will close if there is lighting in our area.
the week of Thanksgiving (11/21-24,2023), and the last two weeks of the year which includes Christmas and New Years Day (12/21/23-1/1/24).
Weather and Smoke: If the air quality levels reach 150 AQI or higher, we may close for the safety of our volunteers and clients.
Heat: Temperatures of 103 or more, we may close distribution for the safety of our volunteers and clients.
Lighting: due to our distribution being outside, we will close if there is lighting in our area.
EligibilityNEW guidelines starting January 1st, 2023:
Our full food distribution will only be available to residents of Orangevale, Fair Oaks, Folsom, and Citrus Heights with the following zip code: 95662, 95628, 95630, 95610, 95621. Our full grocery program is available twice per month; once between the 1st and the 15th, and again from the 16th until the end of month. A TEFAP/USDA bag of food will be available to anyone that comes to OVFO, regardless of your residing zip code, without any need for verification of ID or income. Individuals living outside of the zip codes listed above will only be given a USDA/TEFAP bag. Senior Boxes are still available to anyone that meets the income guidelines, from all zip codes in the area. We also have food available for those unhoused or unable to cook or store food. Please let us know your situation and we'll do our best to accommodate your needs. 60 Years and older? We have an additional food box available to you through the CSFP Senior Box program. Ask us today. |
What To BringPlease bring a photo ID each time you come, driver's license or state ID are best.
Your first time we will have you fill out a short form and we will need a piece of mail or a bill to verify your current address. Please bring similar verification for other family members as well; a doctor or insurance bill, something from their school, or a current piece of mail works best. A household is considered anyone residing together that shares food. We prefer to make a household as a family unit or caregiver situations. We encourage roommates and friends over the age of 18 to have their own household case. |
Drive-Thru DistributionWe have a drive-thru distribution, you stay in your car the entire time. Our volunteers will greet you at your window, take your ID to the computer, and then load your groceries for you.
If you are not able to drive up and are on foot or a bike, please wait by the blue rock out front and we will serve you there. |
Food For Seniors (60+ years old)If you are 60 or older, we have an additional food program just for you. You may be eligible for the CSFP – Food for Seniors program based on your income. Eligible clients may pick up this extra food box one time per month. Please ask us about enrollment when you are at the food bank.
Senior Boxes are distributed on the 2nd, 4th and 5th weeks of each month during regular distribution hours. 2023 Senior Distribution Dates: January 9, 11, 12, 13, 23, 25, 26, 27 & 30 February 6, 8, 9, 10, 20, 22, 23, 24 & 27 March 6, 8, 9, 10, 20, 22, 23, 24, 27, 29, 30 & 31 April 10, 12, 13, 14, 24, 26, 27, & 28 May 8, 10, 11, 12, 22, 24, 25, 26, 29, & 31 June 5, 7, 8, 9, 19, 21, 22, 23, 26, 28, 29 & 30 July 10, 12, 13, 14, 24, 26, 27, 28 & 31 August 7, 9, 10, 11, 21, 23, 24, 25, 28, 30 & 31 September 11, 13, 14, 15, 25, 27, 28 & 29 October 10, 12, 13, 14 and 24, 26, 27, 28, 31 November 6, 8, 9, 10, 13, 15, 16, 17, 27, 28, 29 & 30 (closed week of Thanksgiving) December 1, 4, 6, 7, 8, 11, 13, 14, 15 & 18 (closed Dec 20 - Jan 2nd) |
What Will I Receive?All the food we distribute has been donated to us, so it does change daily. Some days we have an abundance and some days we may be out of a food category completely. We do our best to spread out what we receive to everyone that comes to the distributions.
You will typically receive two bags of pantry items (one from our donated items and a TEFAP/USDA bag), fresh produce, bread items, dairy and deli items, meat, and eggs. We sometimes have other snacks and bonus items to hand out as well. Remember, all the food we hand out comes to us as donations, so we really never know what we will have but we do our best to provide items listed in the categories above. When available, we also offer non-food items such as diapers, incontinence or feminine hygiene products, baby food and formula, dog or cat food, protein or hydration drinks, and other hygiene items such as toothpaste and shampoo. Allergies or dietary restrictions? Ask us, we may have items available that are gluten-free, vegetarian or vegan, or other alternative products. |
Thanksgiving Dinner Distribution
Sign up in Late October/Early November for a Thanksgiving dinner box and poultry, everything is uncooked so you can prepare the meal for your family. Tickets are available one per address, first come-first served. We also ask that you only sign up for our meal if you have not signed up for a meal elsewhere. Distribution will be on the Monday the week of Thanksgiving at the designated time on your ticket. Tickets must be presented to receive your dinner. If you have lost your ticket or did not get a chance to reserve a spot we will have an open distribution at the end for any boxes left over. Distribution times will be released in November for non-ticketed clients, please watch our website for updated information in November regarding these times and availability.
Other Resources
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Click the link below to see other food pantries and community meals available in Sacramento County. Please contact the individual location before going to see what their current offerings are.
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Dial 2-1-1 for other resources including housing or shelters, medical, financial, Veteran support, family services, transportation, and more.
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San Juan Unified School Resources
Recourses may be available for students attending San Juan Unified schools, please click the link below for current programs. Please click the link below to visit the San Juan site for more information. |
