In the wake of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, Hollywood Food Coalition has been at the forefront of emergency food relief, ensuring that those affected, including evacuees, first responders, and our community partners, receive critical nourishment. All throughout January, our Community Exchange processed almost 300,000 pounds of food, more than double the amount on any given month, distributed over 260,000 pounds of food to 57 nonprofit partners and 23 fire relief organizations – all while continuing to serve our Community Dinner.
In addition, we’ve provided thousands of wellness kits, bottled water, and essential supplies to those on the front lines of this crisis. Just two weeks ago, our team was on-site distributing hundreds of wellness kits, toiletries, and other essential supplies to organizations serving communities affected by the fires.
The wildfires highlighted the critical role of our Community Exchange program in addressing both emergency and ongoing food insecurity. Disasters like these expose deep disparities in access to essential resources, reinforcing the importance of our work. The strength of our Exchange program lies in our partnerships – by collaborating with organizations that have deep community ties, we ensure that food and supplies reach Angelenos quickly and efficiently.
We’re dedicated to ensuring that no one is left behind in the months and years ahead.
Your continued support allows us to provide not just emergency relief, but lasting food security and care for our most vulnerable neighbors.
