South Lake Tahoe Food Assistance
REGULAR WEEKLY SCHEDULES
MONDAY
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Organization: South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center
Address: 3501 B Spruce Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: Bread, produce, dairy products, meat- supplies vary and they may run out early.
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Organization: Hope Full Lunch
Address: Hope Lutheran Church of the Sierra; 930 Julie Lane, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: Sack lunch distribution on the streets of South Lake Tahoe.
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Organization: Bread & Broth
Address: St. Theresa Catholic Church Grace Hall dining area; 1041 Lyons Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: A full-course, nutritious hot meal with second servings, “to go” and “giveaway” bags containing canned goods, dairy products, fruits, vegetables, breads, and more.
TUESDAY
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Organization: South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center
Address: 3501 B Spruce Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: Bread, produce, dairy products, meat- supplies vary and they may run out early.
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Organization: Christmas Cheer All Year
Address: 1120 Third Street, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: Food bags handed out at the door. Canned food, cereal, fresh produce, dairy, meat bread & desserts. Non-cooking bags for those without cooking facilities.
WEDNESDAY
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Organization: Phoenix Pantry
Address: Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church; 2733 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: Each family receives a box or bag of food at a curbside drive through in the parking lot.
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Organization: Hope Full Lunch
Address: Hope Lutheran Church of the Sierra; 930 Julie Lane, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: Sack lunch distribution on the streets of South Lake Tahoe.
Time: on call
Organization: Christmas Cheer All Year
Address: 1120 Third Street, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: Food delivered to disabled veterans at their residence. Please contact Amber at christmascheertahoe@gmail.com for more information
THURSDAY
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Organization: South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center
Address: 3501 B Spruce Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: Bread, produce, dairy products, meat- supplies vary and they may run out early.
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Organization: Christmas Cheer All Year
Address: 1120 Third Street, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: Food bags handed out at the door. Canned food, cereal, fresh produce, dairy, meat bread & desserts. Non-cooking bags for those without cooking facilities.
FRIDAY
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Organization: South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center
Address: 3501 B Spruce Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: Bread, produce, dairy products, meat- supplies vary and they may run out early.
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Organization: Hope Full Lunch
Address: Hope Lutheran Church of the Sierra; 930 Julie Lane, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: Sack lunch distribution on the streets of South Lake Tahoe.
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Organization: St. Theresa Catholic Church - Food pantry
Address: 1041 Lyons Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: Non-perishable foods, canned food items, Dog and cat food. Come to the side window of Grace Hall.
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Organization: Bread & Broth’s Second Serving
Address: Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church; 2733 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: Meals consisting of a soup and a simple entree (lasagne, chili dogs, pasta dishes, salads). Guests will also be provided with “giveaway” bags with canned good, breads, pastries based on availability of food items.
SATURDAY
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Organization: South Lake Tahoe Family Resource Center
Address: 3501 B Spruce Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: Bread, produce, dairy products, meat- supplies vary and they may run out early.
SPECIAL DAY SCHEDULES
4TH MONDAY OF THE MONTH
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Organization: Northern Nevada Food Bank
Address: - American Legion parking lot, 2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: Free Farmer’s Market- fresh, seasonal produce and non-perishable food. Please bring your own bag
THURSDAYS: September 11th and October 9th
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Organization: El Dorado Food Bank
Address: St. Theresa’s Church parking lot; 1041 Lyons Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: Fresh produce distribution. Please bring your own bag.
2ND SATURDAY OF THE MONTH
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Organization: Our Lady of Tahoe Church/ Outreach Program
Address: 1 Elks Point Road, Zephyr Cove, NV 89448 (Google Map)
Office Phone Number: 775-588-2080
Description: Food box given out depending on the size of the family. Non-perishables, fresh produce, eggs, meat.
SERVICES SPECIFICALLY FOR CHILDREN
School Year 2025-2026
MONDAY TO FRIDAY
Time: After school ‘cold-supper’ at approximately 3:00pm (Also offered at Angel of Tahoe building, Tahoe Valley Elementary School, Bijou Community School, and Meyers Elementary School)
Organization: Boys & Girls Club-Lake Tahoe
Address: 1100 Lyons Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Office Phone Number: 530-542-0838
Description: All children age 18 and under are eligible, not just those enrolled at the Boys & Girls Club. Children can be accompanied by an adult or come by themselves. No ID or forms required.
FRIDAYS
Organization: Bread & Broth 4 Kid’s Weekend Food Program
Address: St. Theresa Catholic Church Grace Hall; 1041 Lyons Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 (Google Map)
Description: The food bags are distributed every Friday at all five pre-K through 8th grade schools in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (Bijou Community School, Meyers Elementary School, Sierra House Elementary, Tahoe Valley Elementary, and South Tahoe Middle School ) along with students enrolled in the McKinney-Vento program at Lake Tahoe High School and Mt. Tallac Continuation High School. In addition, bags are provided for local child care centers-Catalyst Community, Head Start, Step by Step Learning Center, Family Resource Center, and Lake Tahoe Community College Child Development Center. Each weekend food bag contains seven single-serving, kid-friendly meals (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 3 dinners), fresh fruit, and protein enriched snacks to supplement weekend nourishment. Parents interested in determining eligibility for their child to receive these weekend food bags can contact their child’s school or childcare center office for an application form.
A heartfelt thank you to Bread & Broth for compiling this comprehensive list of food assistance resources in our community!
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