Food in Bakersfield, CA
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In Bakersfield, CA, including services covering this area
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Who it helps: Open to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Walk-ins accepted during office hours Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm.
Catholic Charities - Diocese of Fresno (Bakersfield Office)
Food assistance · Clothing · Immigration legal services
Who it helps: Open to Kern County residents in need. Free immigration consultations available. Contact for appointment scheduling.
Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK) - Food Bank
Emergency food distribution · Food pantry · Government commodity distribution
Who it helps: Kern County residents in need of food assistance. No documentation required for emergency food distribution at most sites.
Who it helps: Primarily by referral from partnering agencies. Contact caseworker if receiving county services such as Cash Aid or CalFresh, or call for other areas.
Golden Empire Gleaners - Clothing Closet
Free clothing distribution · Clothing for adults and children
Who it helps: Available to individuals and families in need. May require agency referral.
St. Vincent de Paul Society - Bakersfield
Emergency food baskets · Clothing distribution · Emergency furniture
Who it helps: Open to individuals and families in need. Food baskets may require referral.
The Mission at Kern County
Emergency overnight shelter · Three daily meals · Discipleship recovery program
Who it helps: Men ages 18 and up for overnight shelter. One-year programs open to men and women ages 18 and up. Walk-ins welcome for meals.
Who it helps: Open to anyone in need. No ID required for meals.