River City Food Bank is thrilled to share our 2023 Community Impact Report, a testament to the exceptional support of our community. This year, we witnessed an extraordinary display of dedication from our team, overwhelming generosity from donors, and invaluable contributions from volunteers.



The collective strength of our community members have been the cornerstone of our success. Together, we've significantly alleviated hunger and built a resilient, supportive network. This collaboration has yielded a lasting, positive impact, transforming lives. We're deeply grateful for this shared commitment and look forward to continuing our journey together, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Thank you!

This Valentine's Day, send your love with a meaningful gesture. Here's how:

1. Click the link to visit River City Food Bank's e-card selection.
2. Choose your favorite e-card and personalize it with a special message.
3. Send your e-card and make a difference!

Each e-card you send delivers your heartfelt sentiments and contributes to feeding families in need. With just a few clicks, your Valentine's message today turns into a nourishing meal for a family tomorrow.



Click your favorite card to send to your special person!

Your contribution of homegrown produce, canned items, and non-perishable essentials enhances the diversity and nutritional value of the food and supplies we provide to those facing hunger. Small acts, like sharing the surplus from your garden and pantry, make a significant impact on the well-being of our community.

Join us in fostering a culture of giving, where every donation contributes to creating a more nourished and resilient community.

Together, let's sow the seeds of compassion and abundance for those in need.

River City Food Bank will host a diaper distribution on Friday, February 2, 2024.

We understand the challenges that families face when it comes to providing essential items for their little ones and want to ensure that every child has access to this necessity.  

Thanks to our partnership with Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services' Diaper Program, RCFB can offer diapers to any family in need!

🌟 New Year, New Beginnings! 🌟

Thinking about making a difference in 2024? Consider volunteering with us!

• Meet New Friends: Forge connections that go beyond volunteer hours!
• Employee Team Building: Strengthen your team bonds while making a positive impact.
• Feel Good: Experience the joy that comes from helping those in need.
• And More: Gain valuable skills, create lasting memories, and contribute to a better community!

Join us on this journey of compassion and community building. Together, let's make 2024 a year of positive change!

RCFB's CalFresh outreach team helps anyone experiencing food insecurity to submit expenses and/or calculate current benefits. We offer CalFresh assistance in a variety of languages including English Spanish, Farsi and Russian. 

CalFresh assistance is currently available by appointment or drop-in at RCFB's Emergency Food Distribution sites:



Midtown

1800 28th St. Sacramento 95816

Tuesday & Thursday

10:30am-1:30pm

Arden-Arcade

2300 Edison Ave Sacramento 95821

Wednesday & Friday

10:30am-1:30pm

For assistance in Russian, please contact: Yuliia Panchuk, ypanchuck@rivercityfoodbank.org

For assistance in Farsi, please contact: Ajmal Abdulrahimzai, ajzai@rivercityfoodbank.org

New to the CalFresh team:

River City Food Bank has hired two part-time, bilingual CalFresh Outreach Workers - welcome Ajmal and Yuliia!



Language services available: Farsi, Pashto, Dari, Russian, Ukrainian, Spanish and English.

If you, or someone you know, needs help with their CalFresh benefits visit:

Make sure you are registered with BenefitsCal.com:



Sacramento County is now using CalSAWS, a new public assistance case management system.

This change brings the following:

1. BenefitsCal allows customers to apply for benefits, report changes, upload documents, and sign up for email/text alerts.
2. Call the new 1-800-560-0976 number for immediate help over the phone!

Protect your benefits with ebtEDGE:

Beware: Skimming of EBT cards is on the rise!

Features include:

1. Manage your pin
2. Freeze your card when needed 
3. Transaction blocking
4. Request a replacement card
5. Biometrics Access

Go online to protect your benefits: https://www.ebtedge.com/

Are you interested in making a difference in your community? Become a Community Partner today!

Community Partners are essential collaborators in RCFB’s work to alleviate hunger.

Through annual partnership, your company, business or organization can make a positive, sustainable impact in our community. Click below to learn more about becoming a Community Partner or contact Erika Fatula, Director of Fund Development.

“This is the place I just like to come most. You listen to me.”

Near the Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op, Robbie makes his home in a tent, bravely facing the challenges of mental illness.

Candid about his struggles, he yearns for more support. Today, amidst the camaraderie, compliments pour in for his new hoodie, revealing his admiration for Van Gogh's art and life story. Robbie, feeling a kinship with the artist's bouts of "craziness," laments the absence of a safe space.

In this vulnerable situation, River City Food Bank serves as Robbie's refuge, offering warm greetings and familiarity. Grateful for the attentive volunteers and staff who accommodate his dietary needs, Robbie, 72, requests extra bananas due to weakened teeth.



In the harsh winter streets, he acknowledges the unsuitability for someone his age, making RCFB a vital source of care and nourishment in his challenging journey.

Midtown Distribution

1800 28th St.

Sacramento, CA 95816

Tuesday & Thursday

10:30am-1:30pm

Arden-Arcade Distribution

2300 Edison Ave

Sacramento, CA 95821

Wednesday & Friday

10:30am-1:30pm