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When families are forced to cut their food budgets, fresh fruits and vegetables are often the first thing to go. At Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, we feel it is imperative that children and families have consistent access to fresh, nutritious produce.

In 2014, we launched our Mobile School Pantry Program. These large-scale, farmers market-style distributions are located on the grounds of a school, intended to provide an accessible source of food assistance to low-income students and their families.

At each Mobile School Pantry, families choose the fresh produce they want to take home from a variety of options, anywhere from apples and potatoes to strawberries, lettuce, nectarines, and other seasonal items. Families walk away with at least 30 pounds of fresh produce each month, as well as household staples: eggs, milk, canned goods, and more.
Second Harvest Food Bank also partners with the Orange County Health Care Agency to provide nutrition education and recipes in conjunction with nearly every Mobile School Pantry distribution.

We know that as a result of receiving food through Mobile School Pantry, fruit and vegetable intake increases and families are able to save money typically spent on food in other areas -such as rent, medication and other necessities.

For the 2021-2022 school year, we plan to partner with nearly 70 schools throughout Orange County to bring the Mobile School Pantry Program to their children and families.

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