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Contact Us

Families Forward
8 Thomas, Irvine, CA 92618
Phone: (949) 552-2727
Email: info@families-forward.org or contact us online

Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 9AM-5PM and Fridays 9AM-1PM; Food Assistance Food Pantry operates Monday-Thursday 10am-2pm

Families Forward is a 501(c)(3) organization
Federal Tax ID #: 33-0086043
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Starting September 7, 2021, families may pick up food once a week. No appt. required.

Beginning September 7th, we are offering food assistance Monday-Thursday, 10am-2pm. Families may receive food once a week, and diapers, once a month. No appointment is needed, but you must be registered to receive food.
Recent Grants: Capital Group $65,000

Irvine-based Families Forward has been awarded $65,000 from Capital Group. The funding is a combination of three grants – $30,000 for general operations, a one-time grant of $30,000 for special project support and a $5,000 COVID-relief grant.
Good Day L.A.'s Bob De Castro visits the Families Forward Food Pantry

Families Forward CEO speaks with Good Day L.A.'s Bob De Castro about Summer Hunger and the need for food.
Light Up the Night Virtual Gala 2021 Raises Over $375,000!

Thanks to the support of our extended Ohana (community/family) we were able to raise over $375,000 to help prevent and end homelessness. Watch full program here.
Our Food Pantry Needs Your Help

Our most needed food items are: Rice (1/2 lb and 1lb.), Canned Fruits, Canned Soups and Beans and Peanut Butter Pasta (small and regular sized jars).

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