All our distributions are drive-through service. Please remain in your car and follow directives from the Food Bank personnel. We will provide pre-packed bags only. Remember to arrive on time, because once the line has been helped, the Food Bank will close.

Please note Holiday Schedule for 2022: No food distribution on Nov 23, Nov 24th (Thanksgiving Day), and Dec. 22nd.

JOURNEY FOOD BANK

It is our mission to bring Christ’s hope and compassion to our neighbors by providing food to the congregation and community.

Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven. Matthew 5:16

Monthly Distributions

We have four monthly distributions with a mix of non-perishable items and fresh foods. The Friday distribution is produce only. Please be in line by the start time and bring bags. Anyone is welcome, there are no income requirements.

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1st Thursday

First Thursday of the month at 6 PM.

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2nd Friday

Second Friday of the month at 9 AM, produce only.

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3rd Saturday

Third Saturday of the month at 8:30 AM.

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4th Thursday

Fourth Thursday of the month at 6 PM, produce only.

Senior Distribution

2nd & 4th Wednesday
of the month from 10 AM to 12 PM

Please bring ID to show proof that you are 62 or older.

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Diaper Distribution

2nd Friday 9 AM
3rd Saturday from 8 – 10 AM

Each month the Journey Food Bank serves:

Families

Seniors

Kids at a TJ orphanage

DONATIONS NEEDED

The Journey Food Bank relies on your donations of non-perishable food items. Help us keep our shelves stocked. Pick up a few extra items when you grocery shop and drop them off at Journey. We can’t do it without you!

Donations are accepted in front of Twice Treasured Thrift Store and in front of the church office during business hours and during weekend services. Please place donations inside of the bins/carts marked “Food Bank.”

ITEMS NEEDED

•    Canned meats (tuna, ham, chicken)
•    Canned soup
•    Canned or dried fruits
•    Canned vegetables
•    Rice
•    Cereal
•    Peanut butter (and Jelly)
•    Powdered milk
•    Packaged nuts and seeds
•    Dried pasta
•    Pasta sauce / tomato sauce

We are unable to accept home canned or baked products. Please do not donate any expired or already open food packages.

FOOD BANK VOLUNTEERS

Have a heart for serving our community?
We need volunteers at our four monthly distributions.
Set up starts 1.5 hours before distribution times.

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Our Location

The Journey Food Bank is located on the campus of Journey Community Church at 8363 Center Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942.

Look for the Journey Food Ministries sign on the southwest corner of the shopping center at the corner of Center Drive and Hercules Street.

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