By appointment: call ahead, not a walk-in.

Address
225 S Pine St, Madera, CA 93637
emergency food boxesfood assistance referrals

Who qualifies & what to bring

Service area
Madera County. Coming from outside that area? Call first. Many still help in an emergency.
ID
A photo ID of any kind. It doesn't have to be a driver's license.
Proof
They may ask for proof of address (a piece of mail or a utility bill) and proof of income.
Appointment
By appointment or request: contact them before you go; this isn't a walk-in pantry.

In their words: “Families in need of emergency food. Must provide a photo ID card and proof of address. Maximum income varies by family size. Assistance is provided once a month after calling to connect with staff.”

This is our best read of what Madera County Food Bank has posted. Requirements change, so it's worth a quick call to confirm.

Hours this week Pacific Time (PT)

Sun ·
Mon 9 AM – 5 PM
Tue 9 AM – 5 PM
Wed 9 AM – 5 PM
Thu 9 AM – 5 PM
Fri 9 AM – 5 PM
Sat ·

Madera County Food Bank at 225 S Pine St, Madera, CA provides free food (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri: 9 AM – 5 PM PT). By appointment: call (559) 674-1482 to schedule, not walk-in. Families in need of emergency food. Must provide a photo ID card and proof of address. Maximum income varies by family size. Assistance is provided once a month after calling to connect with staff.

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