Do You Need Food?
Food assistance, in the form of a Community Market, is available to single individuals, couples, and families residing in Orange County. The Community Market @Families Forward is located at 8 Thomas in Irvine. Driving Directions
We offer food assistance Monday-Thursday, 10 am-12 pm and 12:30 pm-3 pm. Families may shop for food every two weeks by appointment, and receive diapers once a month. All NEW visitors must first register at our front desk to start receiving food.
Our office and food pantry are located at 8 Thomas, Irvine, CA 92618.
Below please find our Community Market FAQ. If you need more information, please call us at (949) 552-2727 or email us at info@families-forward.org
Who Qualifies
To qualify, you must live in Orange County, provide Photo ID and register to participate. We are part of a network of food providers and do our best to stay current with all the food resources in Orange County. To meet your needs, we may refer you to another provider that is closer to your residence.
How to Apply
Register by visiting the front desk at Families Forward, located at 8 Thomas, in Irvine, Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. We are closed Saturday and Sunday. If you plan to bring food home on the day you register, please note, the food pantry operates Monday – Thursday from 10 am – 12 pm and 12:30 pm – 3 pm.
What Happens Next
Upon your arrival for food pick-up:
- You will provide Photo ID
- We will verify you are registered. If needed, you can register upon arrival.
- Present Letter of Consent, if applicable (if you will be having someone else pick up food for you)
Food Pantry FAQs
1. When is the Food Pantry available? At this time, you can pick up food once per week, Monday-Thursday, 10am-12pm and 12:30pm-3pm.
2. What is the process for picking up food? First time visitors must register at our front office and provide Photo ID upon arrival. After that you may go directly to the Community Market every two weeks by appointment.
3. Am I allowed to “shop” the Community Market? Yes, our new Community Market has been transformed into a client-choice model offering families the opportunity to shop and choose food that best fits their family’s individual needs
4. How often can I visit the Community Market? At this time, you may shop for food every two weeks by appointment, and diapers once per month.
5. What areas do you serve? We serve all cities in Orange County.