{"id":64049,"date":"2025-11-21T18:53:29","date_gmt":"2025-11-21T18:53:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/64049\/"},"modified":"2025-11-21T18:53:29","modified_gmt":"2025-11-21T18:53:29","slug":"holiday-giving-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/64049\/","title":{"rendered":"Holiday Giving Guide –"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"20241125<\/a>San Pedro residents getting a plate at the 2024 Thanksgiving feast at Toberman Neighborhood Center. File photo <\/p>\n

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Supporting Local Nonprofits Across Long Beach and the Harbor Area<\/p>\n

Compiled by Melina Paris<\/p>\n

As the holiday season arrives, many families in Long Beach, Wilmington, San Pedro, and the greater Harbor Area are struggling with food insecurity, rising costs, and limited access to basic resources. Local nonprofits, mutual-aid groups, churches, and community centers are working tirelessly to fill the gap \u2014 distributing groceries, offering hot meals, supporting unhoused neighbors, and ensuring that vulnerable families have what they need to make it through the season.<\/p>\n

These organizations rely heavily on community generosity. Whether you\u2019re able to donate food, contribute financially, volunteer your time, or simply spread the word, your support helps strengthen the safety net for thousands of local residents. Below is a guide to nonprofits and community groups that could use a helping hand this holiday season. Together, we can uplift our neighbors and make sure every family in our community feels seen, supported, and nourished.<\/p>\n

LONG BEACH<\/p>\n

Light & Life<\/p>\n

This food distribution program is providing a week\u2019s worth of groceries to 200 families each week, including fresh produce, frozen meat and shelf-stable items. It is also distributing 100 grocery bags each week to our unhoused community. It sponsors a free farmer\u2019s market event on the second Saturday of each month.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.llcf.org\/food<\/a><\/p>\n

Los Angeles Regional Food Bank<\/p>\n

Distributes food and other essentials to children, seniors, families and other individuals in need.<\/p>\n

5580 Cherry Ave., Long Beach, CA<\/p>\n

323-234-3030<\/p>\n

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Long Beach Community Table<\/p>\n

Long Beach Community Table (LBCT) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, cooperative (meaning that all volunteers and recipients share in the effort and the benefits), that nourish those who are struggling and provides resources that allow all to mutually sustain each other, their families, and neighbors. Many volunteers are also recipients, and vice versa. This is what makes it a true mutual aid organization and not a charity.<\/p>\n

Donation dropoffs (during open hours only): 3311 E. 59th St., Long Beach<\/p>\n

Facility address (during open hours only): 3311 E. 59th St., Long Beach<\/p>\n

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The Salvation Army Long Beach Red Shield Services & Marketplace<\/p>\n

Each year The Salvation Army provides 56 million meals to those who are facing the threat of food insecurity. It provides valuable meal supplementation to the Long Beach community\u2019s homeless and low-income residents.<\/p>\n

Supplies grocery, hygiene and cleaning supplies every two weeks with photo ID and proof of residence for LB, Signal Hill and other cities in that region.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/longbeach.salvationarmy.org\/long_beach_citadel_corps\/food-assistance-in-long-beach\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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The Foodbank serves all of Los Angeles County, with a focus on the \u201cpoorest of the poor\u201d neighborhoods in downtown Los Angeles, Compton, San Pedro, Antelope Valley, South Los Angeles, Watts and North Long Beach. https:\/\/www.foodbankofsocal.org\/about-us\/mission-and-vision\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Food Bank and Pet Food<\/a><\/p>\n

Provides a food bank twice a week to anyone who is in need of food (cooking & non-cooking). The program provides: food to meet basic nutritional needs.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.coalongbeach.org\/food-bank-pet-food<\/a><\/p>\n

Wilmington<\/p>\n

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SAN PEDRO<\/p>\n

Toberman Neighborhood Center provides food assistance to those in need through their food pantry. This program provides: Clients may pick up groceries once a week from the center.<\/p>\n

310-832-1145 ext. 106<\/p>\n

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Salvation Army Corps Community Center<\/p>\n

138 S. Bandini St., San Pedro Phone<\/a>: (310) 832-7228<\/a><\/p>\n

Highlights: grocery pickup \u00b7 eligibility requirement \u00b7 appointment required<\/p>\n

https:\/\/sanpedro.salvationarmy.org\/san_pedro_corps\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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Food Net \u2013 San Pedro Service Center \u2013 Food Distribution Center<\/p>\n

769 W. 3rd St., San Pedro, 310-519-6091<\/a><\/p>\n

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Let\u2019s Be Whole<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s Be Whole provides mobile food distribution to the community. This program supplies critical nutrition to hungry individuals and families<\/p>\n

437 W. 9th St., San Pedro. Hours: Friday: 1 to 2 p.m.<\/p>\n

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Free Groceries in the South Bay (From 2019)<\/p>\n

Harbor Interfaith Services 670 W. 9th St., San Pedro, 310-831-9123 serves San Pedro,<\/p>\n

Listing of free groceries in South Bay:https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/Free-groceries-in-South-Bay<\/a><\/p>\n

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Wilmington, Lomita, Harbor City, Harbor Gateway.<\/p>\n

Toberman Neighborhood Center 131 N. Grand Ave, San Pedro, 310-832-1145 x106.<\/p>\n

Anyone Homeless Food Net-San Pedro Service Center 769 W. 3rd St,, San Pedro, 310-519-6091.<\/p>\n

St. Peter & Paul Church 736 N. Lagoon Ave, Wilmington, 310-834-5215 serves Wilmington, Harbor City, San Pedro families.<\/p>\n

St. Philomena Catholic Church 21900 S. Main St., Carson, 310-835-7161 serves Carson residences only.<\/p>\n

Harbor Gateway\/Torrance Outreach 22400 S. Halldale Ave., Torrance, 310-328-3689 serves Torrance, Lomita, Gardena, Carson, Harbor Gateway.<\/p>\n

St. Margaret Mary Catholic Parish 25511 Eshelman, Lomita, 310-326-3364 x15, 8:30 to 10a.m., serves Lomita, Wilmington, Harbor City, Torrance residents.<\/p>\n

Calvary Light Christian Center 1101 N. Lakme Ave., Wilmington, 310-830-3043.<\/p>\n

Crenshaw Baptist Church 18749 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, 310-323-2115.<\/p>\n

Calvary Assembly of God 25501 Oak St., Lomita, 310-326-2757.<\/p>\n

Vermont Ave Baptist Church 23325 S. Vermont Ave, Torrance, 310-530-0533.<\/p>\n

Rock Solid Christian Assembly 275 W. 1st St., San Pedro, 310-832-2788.<\/p>\n

Warren Chapel CME Church 1039 W. Elberon Ave., San Pedro, 310-547-5362.<\/p>\n

First Christian Church of Wilmington 444 E. Lomita Blvd., Wilmington, 310-835-4114.<\/p>\n

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Harbor Community Health Centers Food Pantry and Distribution Resources<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.harborchc.org\/contents\/resources<\/a><\/p>\n

San Pedro Food Pantry<\/p>\n

Provides groceries and essential items to families in need. Weekly distribution times.
100 W. 7th St., San Pedro, 310-832-8000
https:\/\/www.sanpedrofoodpantry.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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Long Beach Rescue Mission: Provides meals, groceries and emergency food assistance. Offers additional social services.
555 E. 3rd St., Long Beach, 562-591-1292
https:\/\/www.rescuemission.org\/locations\/long-beach-rescue-mission<\/a><\/p>\n

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Food Finders: Free food distribution events throughout Los Angeles Harbor and surrounding communities.
Various locations, see website for schedule.
https:\/\/www.foodfinders.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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San Pedro Meals on Wheels<\/p>\n

Delivers nourishing meals to homebound members of the harborside communities. Meals on Wheels is a service for anyone unable to prepare or shop for a nutritious meal, regardless of reason. https:\/\/www.sanpedromealsonwheels.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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Beacon Light Mission<\/p>\n

525 Broad Ave., Wilmington<\/p>\n

(310) 830-7063<\/p>\n

Types of food products accepted: prepared foods, nonperishable goods, fresh produce, dairy products, canned foods. Provides donation pickup.<\/p>\n

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Carson Hope Community Church<\/p>\n

129 E. 223rd St. Carson<\/p>\n

310-480-0117<\/p>\n

Types of food products accepted:<\/p>\n

Prepared foods, nonperishable goods, fresh produce, dairy products, canned foods.<\/p>\n

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Long Beach Rescue Mission<\/p>\n

1430 Pacific Ave. Long Beach<\/p>\n

562-591-1292 please call before delivery<\/p>\n

Types of food products accepted: Canned goods and nonperishable food items<\/p>\n

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Los Angeles Food Bank<\/p>\n

31734 E. 41st St., Los Angeles<\/p>\n

323-234-3030<\/p>\n

Types of food products accepted:<\/p>\n

Dry foods, refrigerated foods, frozen foods, fresh foods and baby foods. Provides donation pickup.<\/p>\n

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Salvation Army Long Beach<\/p>\n

3092 Long Beach Blvd. Long Beach<\/p>\n

562-247-3528<\/p>\n

Types of food products accepted:<\/p>\n

Produce, prepared food, dairy products, dry food, baked goods, meats, canned food. Provides donation pickup.<\/p>\n

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Stone Foster Parent Association<\/p>\n

451 E. 223rd St., Carson<\/p>\n

310-806-7741<\/p>\n

Types of food products accepted:<\/p>\n

Prepared foods, nonperishable goods, fresh produce, dairy products, canned foods.<\/p>\n

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The Salvation Army Torrance Corps Stillman Sawyer Family Services Center<\/p>\n

3820 W. Lomita Blvd., Harbor City<\/p>\n

(310) 835-1986<\/p>\n

Types of food products accepted:<\/p>\n

Produce, dairy products, dry goods, canned goods, baked goods, meats, and frozen foods<\/p>\n

Provides donation pickup<\/p>\n

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El Camino\u2019s Holiday Help for Students<\/p>\n

The Basic Needs Center has settled into its new home in the El Camino Commons, ready to serve students through the holidays.<\/p>\n

Students and the community can access nutritious food items, including fresh fruits and vegetables, via drive-thru and walk-up distribution service. Warrior Pantry hours are posted online.<\/p>\n

Basic Needs Center, El Camino commons map:https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/zhs9n62d<\/a><\/p>\n

Parking Lot L, 310-660-6178 or basicneeds@elcamino.edu<\/p>\n

Details: https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/ElCo-Basic-Needs-Center<\/a><\/p>\n

MULTIPLE CitiesYMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles is activating every Y center to help meet the growing need for food.<\/p>\n

Ann & Steve Hinchliffe San Pedro & Peninsula YMCA<\/p>\n

301 S. Bandini St., San Pedro<\/p>\n

Weekly \u2014 Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

Torrance-South Bay YMCA<\/p>\n

2900 W. Sepulveda Blvd., Torrance<\/p>\n

Weekly \u2014 Thursday, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.<\/p>\n

Wilmington YMCA<\/p>\n

1127 N. Avalon Blvd., Wilmington<\/p>\n

Weekly \u2014 Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.ymcala.org\/programs\/social\/feedla\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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