Free Food Distributions in Madera
Emergency Food Line
(559) 674-2992
The emergency food program has been helping families in need of emergency food for many years. This program is intended to help those families who are in need of emergency food. Each month the Madera County Food Bank assists approximately 1,800 persons.
Madera Coalition for Community Justice – Monthly Walk-In Food Share
Food is distributed from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on the first Friday of each month in the CRLA parking lot.
Line up and provide your name, address, and the number of people in your household. Bringing your own bag is encouraged.
ADDRESS: 126 N. B St. Madera, CA 93638
PHONE: (559) 645-2702 Noe Hernandez
WEB SITE: www.maderaccj.org
Fresno-Madera Area Agency on Aging (FMAAA)
Provides senior nutrition support, home-delivered meals, and referrals to related assistance programs.
ADDRESS: 2520 W Shaw Lane, #101A, Fresno, CA 93711
PHONE: (559) 214-0299 or (800) 510-2020
WEB SITE: www.fmaaa.org
2-1-1 Helpline
Dial 2-1-1 from a phone to get referrals to local food pantries and community services. (2-1-1 is a three-digit dialing code.) Lines are open 24 hours a day.
PHONE: 2-1-1
WEB SITE: www.211ca.org
Madera Coalition for Community Justice – Monthly Drive-Up Food Share
Food is delivered to your car from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on the first Wednesday of each month at Madera Bible Church.
You are only asked for your name, address, and the number of people in your household.
ADDRESS: 124 Walnut St. Madera, CA 93637
PHONE: (559) 645-2702 Noe Hernandez
WEB SITE: www.maderaccj.org
Madera Islamic Center
Food giveaway starts at 9 a.m. and goes until supplies last on the second Tuesday of every month.
Recipients are asked their name and household size. Schedule is adjusted during the holidays. Contact the coordinator for confirmation of Nov. and Dec. dates.
ADDRESS: 16634 Road 26 Madera, CA 93638
PHONE: (559) 706-0808 Omair Javaid
WEB SITE: www.masjidmadera.com
Colibríes and The Celebration Nation Distribution at Parkwood Park
On the third Friday of each month, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Colibríes and The Celebration Nation distribute food from the Central California Food Bank at Parkwood Park.
ADDRESS: 27290 San Bruno Ave. Madera, CA 93637
PHONE: (559) 517-8076 Feliza Cruz
SOCIAL MEDIA: Feliza Cruzm on FB
Latinos Madera Club Food Distribution Giveaway
On the last Thursday of every month, food is distributed from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. to Madera County residents 18 years or older.
Schedule is adjusted during the holidays. Check their FB page or contact the coordinator for confirmation of Nov. and Dec. dates.
ADDRESS: 28789 Azalea Ave. Madera, CA 93638
PHONE: (559) 395-3733 Monica Bravo
SOCIAL MEDIA: Latinos Madera Club on FB
Self-Help Enterprises Food Distribution at Casas De La Viña
On the last Tuesday of every month, residents of Casas De La Viña and its surroundings can receive free food from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
ADDRESS: 23784 Ave 9 Madera, CA 93637
PHONE: (559) 517-8076 Feliza Cruz
SOCIAL MEDIA: Feliza Cruzm on FB
The Compass of Madera Food Distribution at New Life Church
Food is given away every Friday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. on a walk-up basis.
There is a handicap lane available for anyone needing special assistance.
ADDRESS: 1125 N. Lake St. Madera, CA 93638
PHONE: (559) 232-1844 Lourdes Herrera
WEB SITE: www.compassofmadera.org
Project FoodBox
This program offers food boxes tailored to the medical needs of eligible insurance members, including Medi-Cal recipients.
Boxes of fresh food, pantry staples, or frozen meals are delivered free of charge directly to their homes.
E-MAIL: team@projectfoodbox.org
PHONE: (559) 226-9680
WEB SITE: www.projectfoodbox.org
Central California Food Bank – Clearview Outreach Church
ADDRESS: 331 South D Street, Madera, CA 93637
PHONE: (559) 237-3663
HOURS OF OPERATION: 4th Monday of the Month @ 9:30 a.m.
WEB SITE: www.ccfoodbank.org
Adult Day Health Care Center of Madera
ADDRESS: 629 E. Yosemite Ave, Madera, CA 93638
PHONE: (559) 479-4111
E-MAIL: adhcofmadera@gmail.com
HOURS OF OPERATION: 2nd Wednesday of the Month @ 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Rapto Divino Church (Madera) – Neighborhood Market
ADDRESS: 716 S. Gateway Drive, Madera, CA 93638
PHONE: (559) 237-3663 Ext. 1108
HOURS OF OPERATION: 1st Wednesday of the Month @ 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Central Valley Church (Madera)
ADDRESS: 1201 E. Yosemite Ave, Madera, CA 93638
PHONE: (559) 237-3663 Ext. 1108
HOURS OF OPERATION: 2nd Wednesday of the Month @ 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Madera Islamic Center
ADDRESS: 16634 Road 26, Madera, CA 93638
PHONE: (559) 706-0808 – Omar Javaid
WEB SITE: www.masjidmadera.com
HOURS OF OPERATION: 2nd Tuesday of the Month @ 9:00 a.m. until supplies last
CRLA Parking Lot – Food Distribution
ADDRESS: 126 N. B Street, Madera, CA 93638
HOURS OF OPERATION: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Every First Friday
Madera Bible Church – Drive-Up Food Share
ADDRESS: 124 Walnut Street, Madera, CA 93637
HOURS OF OPERATION: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Every First Wednesday
La Viña (Casas De La Viña)
ADDRESS: 23797 Avenue 9, Madera, CA 93637
HOURS OF OPERATION: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Every Last Tuesday
Latinos Madera Club
ADDRESS: 28789 Azalea Avenue, Madera, CA 93638
HOURS OF OPERATION: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Every Last Thursday
SOCIAL MEDIA: Latinos Madera Club on Facebook
Madera County Food Bank
ADDRESS: 1055 Knox Road, Madera, CA 93638
EMERGENCY FOOD LINE: (559) 674-2992
WEB SITE: www.maderafoodbank.com
Holy Family Table – Daily Meal
Must stay and eat at the establishment.
ADDRESS: 224 North C Street, Madera, CA 93638
PHONE: (559) 673-3290
HOURS OF OPERATION: 8:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. (Daily)
Project FoodBox
Provides home delivery of food boxes for eligible members (including Medi-Cal recipients).
WEB SITE: https://projectfoodbox.org/food-as-medicine-delivery-area/madera-county
Madera Community College – Maddie’s Food Pantry
(MCC STUDENTS ONLY)
ADDRESS: 30277 Ave 12, Madera, CA 93638
PHONE: (559) 675-4171
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday–Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Chowchilla – Iglesia Cristiana Emmanuel
ADDRESS: 607 Trinity Ave, Chowchilla, CA 93610
HOURS OF OPERATION: 1st Thursday of the Month, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Chowchilla – Shepherd’s Temple
ADDRESS: 16283 Ave 24 ½, Chowchilla, CA 93610
PHONE: (559) 237-3663 Ext. 1108
HOURS OF OPERATION: 1st Friday of the Month, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Fresno – First Fruits Market (Free Grocery Store)
ADDRESS: 2025 E. Dakota Ave, Fresno, CA 93726
PHONE: (559) 237-3663
HOURS OF OPERATION: Wednesday, Friday & Saturday – 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
WEB SITE: https://ccfoodbank.org/home/findfood/first-fruits-market/
What Families Can Do
• Call 2-1-1 to locate the nearest food pantry or distribution site: www.211ca.org
• Visit the California Association of Food Banks to find a food bank nearby: www.cafoodbanks.org
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