The Chula Vista Civic Center Library has become more than a hub for books and programs — it is now serving as a critical point of food assistance for residents in the South Bay.
The library was chosen as the location for the new pantry because it has previously hosted food distribution events and demonstrated a strong need within the community.
“During a food distribution held at the library in 2023, all of the food was distributed within an hour, with residents arriving from across the South Bay, including neighboring National City,” said Mirella Leung Lopez, communications officer for the city of Chula Vista. “That experience highlighted the strong demand for accessible food resources in this area.”…