Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many clients does the Santa Clarita Valley Food Pantry serve?
A. The Food Pantry distributes food to over 950 families with approximately 1500 children in the Santa Clarita Valley at this time. The Pantry serves an average of 130 senior citizens each month.

Q. How many volunteers do you have?
A. Approximately 60 volunteers work together to sort food, prepare bags and assist clients.

Q. Is the need in Santa Clarita that great?
A. The Food Pantry reaches only 14% income-eligible families in Santa Clarita. We are working to increase that number to 30% by 2010. To help achieve these goals, the pantry has expanded to serve Acton/Agua Dulce residents and is looking for opportunities to increase our presence in the Canyon Country area.