Sierra Reach Ministries provides a Food and Clothing Closet every Thursday from 9am-11:30 am.  

is a faith based organization offering a food, clothing, and housewares closet as well as referral services. Also offers "Pathfinders" a spiritual men’s only 12 step recovery program.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.sierrareachministries.org/food-clothing-closet

CalFresh, formerly known as Food Stamps and known federally as SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), provides extra funds to help those who are in need each month to buy groceries.

CalFresh provides people with electronic “debit” cards (known as EBT) which they can use to buy most foods at many grocery stores, farmers markets, and some corner markets/gas stations.

Applying for CalFresh

• Californians can visit BenefitsCal.com or GetCalFresh.org to apply or call 877-847-3663 (FOOD)
• CalFresh is a low income program; the gross income limit is 200% of the Federal Poverty Line
  • That said, CalFresh program rules are complex; some income is not countable, and some individuals with income below 200% FPL may not qualify for CalFresh

ebtEDGE

• The ebtEDGE application provides EBT cardholders with increased card/account management tools
• It can be downloaded from the app store, or accessed via a web browser

Additional notes:

Several Nev…

The Nevada County Department of Social Services provides information on how to replace food that was lost or damaged in a qualifying emergency using CalFresh.

A form must be submitted within 10 days of the end of an event, such as a power outage. Sometimes counties extend the deadline beyond 10 days.

To Apply for Replacement Benefits

Complete and submit Replacement or Disaster Supplement Affidavit (CF 303) to apply for CalFresh replacement benefits after disaster.

• In Person | Nevada County Department of Social Services suggests that people come in person to a DSS office for most efficient service.
• Online | BenefitsCal.com

Forms

Fax the completed form to 530-265-9860.

• English CF 303 form
• Spanish CF 303 form

Locations

• Grass Valley | Brighton Greens
  • 988 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley, CA 95949
  • 530-265-1340
• Nevada City | Eric Rood Administrative Center
  • 950 Maidu Ave, Suite 120, Nevada City, CA 95959
  • 530-265-1340
• Truckee | Nevada Cou…

The Nevada County Public Health Department provides the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition Program, which supports pregnant people, new parents, and children under age 5 with nutrition education and healthy food benefits.

Services include:

• Nutrition education and counseling
• Breastfeeding support and resources
• Health referrals to services such as prenatal care and immunizations
• Monthly benefits for healthy foods, accessed via a benefits card
• Enrollment support for fathers, foster parents, legal guardians, and grandparents caring for eligible children

Web pages

• Home - https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/3962/Public-Health 
• WIC Program - https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/867/Women-Infants-Children-Program

The Life Building Center is a coordinated entry and homeless services hub in Yuba County that serves as a primary access point for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. It provides a 25 bed shelter, essential day‑time services, basic needs support, and referrals to shelter and housing programs. The center helps people stabilize, meet immediate needs, and connect with longer‑term housing solutions.

Services provided:

• Coordinated Entry assessments for shelter and housing referrals
• Showers, laundry, and hygiene access
• Case management and housing navigation
• Referrals to emergency shelter, rapid rehousing, and supportive housing
• Basic needs support such as food, clothing, and survival supplies
• Resource connections for medical care, behavioral health, and social services

Web pages

• Home - https://yubasutterhabitat.org/
• Life Building Center - https://yubasutterhabitat.org/the-life-building-center/

Yuba-Sutter Food Bank (YSFB) supports a wide network of pantries and food distributions across Sutter and Yuba Counties, each with its own schedule.

Sutter County Pantries

• Calvary Christian Center – 2nd & 4th Sat, 1–3pm
• Christian Assistance Network (CAN) – Mon–Thurs, 1–2:30pm
• Cornerstone of Hope – 2nd & 4th Sat, 9–11am
• Salvation Army – Tues & Fri, 9am–12pm
• SEVA – Last Sat, 10am–12:30pm
• St. Vincent De Paul - Tue-Thurs 9:15am-11:15am

Yuba County Pantries

• Bible Baptist – Tues & Wed, 9am–12pm
• First Presbyterian Church – Fridays, 10am–12pm
• Olivehurst SDA – 2nd & 4th Wed, 4–5pm
• Hands and Feet – 4th Sat, 9am
• Truth Tabernacle – 1st Tues, 5–6pm

Monthly USDA food distributions for Yuba County.

Second Week of the Month

• Marysville
  Location: 202 D Street
  Time: 2nd Wednesday, 9am–10:30am Brownsville Area
• Location: 16796 Willow Glen Road, Brownsville
  Time: 2nd Friday, 9am-10am
• Oregon House Area
  Location: Willow Glenn Restaurant, 13809 W…

The Salvation Army in Yuba/Sutter provides a wide range of social services, including emergency food assistance through a pantry and medically tailored groceries, transitional and emergency housing programs, and family crisis shelter. They offer case management, counseling, financial aid for rent and utilities, clothing, and household essentials. Additional services include youth programs, street outreach for unsheltered individuals, and seasonal support such as holiday gifts and back-to-school supplies.

Salvation army also operates a Fresh Choice Food Pantry that is part of the Yuba-Sutter Corps Community Center and is open on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9am-12pm 

Web pages

• Home - Yuba Sutter Corps

The Grass Valley School District operates a Community Connection Center offering support for Grass Valley School District students.

Services offered include:

• Food Pantry | Non-perishable items are available year-round, and fresh produce can be obtained weekly during the school year by appointment
  
• Diapers | Available in multiple sizes
• Oral Hygiene Supplies | Available for youth and adults
• COVID-19 Supplies | Including tests, masks, and hand sanitizer
• Technology Access | Free Wi-Fi and access to laptops
  
• Referrals | Connections to Grass Valley and Nevada County services
• Workshops and Support Groups | Weekly meetings, clubs, and support sessions
• Therapy Services | Clinical counseling available

Additional notes:

The Community Connection Center only serves families belonging to the Grass Valley School District. However, Their workshops, classes, and events are open to the public.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.gvsd.us/

Interfaith Food Ministry provides supplemental groceries, including baby formula and baby food when available, to low-income individuals and families.

People needing free supplemental groceries are allowed to come to IFM once every other week.

Food Distribution

• ​When? Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10am-1pm. Also, every Saturday from 10am-1pm in collaboration with United Way of Nevada County.
• Where? 440 Henderson Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945

Reservation System

• Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10-11:30am - Reservations Only.
  11am-1pm First come, first served.
• Saturday: 10am-12pm - No Reservations. First come, first served.
• Make reservations on the IFM Portal.

Free Phones

Free phones (also known as lifeline phones or Obama phones) are available at Saturday food distributions for eligible low-income Nevada County residents. Eligibility is based on income. For example, people who receive CalFresh/EBT and Medi-Cal are eligible. Expect to present proof of income and have a photo ID.

• When? 8:30am-…

Interfaith Food Ministry, in a partnership with SpeeDee Carts, offers food home delivery to eligible people. Qualifying clients include seniors, people with disabilities, people who have tested positive for COVID-19 and are in isolation, and individuals who only sometimes have access to transportation.

When? Every 2nd, 3rd, and 4th week of the month

For information and eligibility screening, call Interfaith Food Ministry at 530-273-8132.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.interfaithfoodministry.org/

This is a Ready to Grow (R2G) resource. Ready to Grow is a First 5 Nevada County program to connect children 0-5 with services and information that support their well-being. Organizations with programs that have this R2G tag may have additional programs of interest to families.