Donating food is a great way to support the less fortunate in our community. Non-profits and other organizations make sure the food gets into the hands that need it most. And if it keeps you from throwing away edible food, then it's also a great way to reduce waste. It's a chance to do something good for your neighbors and the environment at the same time.

We have tried to provide the most accurate information on the individual location pages. However, calling ahead to make sure that the location can accept the food you have is always advised.

Where to go

• Santa Barbara Area (8)

  • Bunnies Urgently Needing Shelter (BUNS) — 5743 Overpass Road
  • Catholic Charities — 609 East Haley Street
  • Community Kitchen of Santa Barbara — 816 Cacique Street
  • Foodbank of Santa Barbara County — 4554 Hollister Avenue
  • PATH — 816 Cacique Street
  • Salvation Army Hospitality House — 423 Chapala Street
  • Santa Barbara Rescue Mission — 535 East Yanonali Street
  • Unity Shoppe — 1219 State Street

• Goleta & UCSB Area (2)

  • Good Shepherd Lutheran Church — 380 North Fairview Avenue
  • UCSB Associated Students Food Bank — University Center 3167A

• Santa Ynez Valley (2)

  • Lil’ Orphan Hammies — P.O. Box 924
  • Santa Ynez Valley Food & Vegetable Rescue — P.O. Box 1651

• Lompoc Valley & VAFB (2)

  • Lompoc Community Services — 325 North 2nd Street
  • Vandenberg Air Force Base Food Pantry — Building 10525, Nebraska Avenue

• Santa Maria Valley (4)

  • Catholic Charities — 607 West Main Street
  • Central Coast Rescue Mission — 1207 North McClelland
  • Foodbank of Santa Barbara County — 490 West Foster Road
  • Santa Maria Thrifty Shopper Thrift Store — 607 West Main Street