CBS LA Cares is partnering with local food banks for a one-day emergency food drive to help those in need. As the government shutdown continues, funding for CalFresh and SNAP benefits could be at risk of being cut. This will impact more than a million people throughout Southern California.
To help keep food on the table for many, CBS LA and local food banks are hosting a food drive on Thursday, Nov. 6th. Below, you will find participating partners, ways to help, and a list of the items they need most.
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and its network of partner agencies are already facing sustained high need following the pandemic and recent cuts to SNAP and Medicaid. Additional demand will stretch resources further.
In 2024, the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank distributed 130 million pounds of food and grocery products, representing a 12% increase from 2023…