North County Food Bank

I heard about the Food Bank about a year ago. It had changed management and they were trying to update all of their files as well as improve the distribution of their food. We are a non-profit group that serves the needs of many youth and some seniors. The Food Bank has been a life saver. We frequent the warehouse fairly regularly and over the last year, I have seen many changes and all have been major improvements. They've expanded the food distribution area, they've added additional refrigeration, upgraded their display shelves and replaced their old racking system. \r \r The management has streamlined the way food is dispursed amongst the 75-100 agencies and provided additional protections so the food is always fresh and the meat is always frozen. There always seems to be a tremendous variety of food, including, eggs, yogurt, cheese, milk, fresh fruit and vegetables and the meat is distributed about as fairly as can be - considering the commodity it is at extremely reasonable handling fee. \r \r I've been to the other two food banks in Mira Mesa, and trust me Bigger is not always Better. North County's Food Bank, is very gracious and cheerful and they usually have a wider selection of foods, from snacks to food staples, from Refrigerated to Right from the Grower (usually local).\r \r Even during the recent quarantines, the management worked in accordance with DofA so they could continue to provide all of us the fresh product we need. (they never said otherwise - but that must have been a major challenge). It actually made it fun, because we shopped in a tent with all the netting. Canned foods at times are a challenge, but I was there yesterday and they had any canned good I needed and more, much more.\r \r Thank God for this food bank and all of the needs they satisfy every month. Local, close and very fresh. more

North County's Food Bank serves legitimate non-profit agencies (with IRS documentation) providing food to those in need (must have a bonofide program distributing food to those in need).\r \r Once you are signed up (no application or membership fees) a competent and courteous management team goes out of their way to make sure you find what you need. \r \r If you are looking for a place to volunteer, they can find a place for you. I volunteered here for a year and a half on Thursday nights. Great place doing good work in North County.\r \r more

The San Marcos food bank is under new managment. Its HORRIBLE!! We have been getting food there for a non-profit originzation for more than 5 years. Today they said no MORE! We are in deep trouble! \r \r A few months ago, they said NO ONE is allowed to go in the refrigerator or freezer. Thats fine, I understand about insurance.. But tell me what you have available then. \r \r I dont mind food a little expired.. But come on.. This food is often expired and the fruits and vegetables have mold. I was paying (not much) for the food and NEVER complained. Now in return I cant even get food there at all. What the heck is going on here? Pros: cheap food Cons: rude manager, expired, wont let you see what is available more