The Oakland Food Pantry distributes over ten thousand pounds of fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, bread, and other products weekly.
The need for food assistance in West Oakland has never been higher. Nearly 50 percent of West Oakland's population lives under the poverty line. The majority of our clients are either over 60 or under 18 years of age. Our average clients household monthly income is $821 a month.
Our services are a small investment in comparison to the cost of ignoring the problem of hunger for those with the greatest need. This effort has an effective influence on a number of health related and crime issues.
The mission of the Oakland Food Pantry is to alleviate hunger by providing nutritious food to people in need in a dignified manner.
