Food for People and Cooperation Humboldt will hold an emergency drive-through food distribution this afternoon to help those suffering from food insecurity during the COVID-19 crisis.

The distribution will happen from 2 to 4 p.m. today. Those with a car are asked to arrive to the parking lot near what used to be Sears at the Bayshore Mall via the entrance on Bayshore Way near Applebees and to stay in their cars. Volunteers will load the food directly into their vehicles in an effort to cut down on face-to-face interactions. Those without a car are asked to go to the Eureka Food Pantry at 2112 Broadway and can call 407-0447 for more information.

See the full press release below for additional information, including how to donate to Food for People.

Emergency food distribution to help those suffering due to the coronavirus crisis.

Have you been impacted by the current pandemic due to lost wages or revenues and are struggling to make ends meet? Food for People in partnership with Cooperation Humboldt will hold an emergency drive-through food distribution on Friday, April 10th from 2-4pm. Those who would like to participate are asked to arrive via the entrance on Bayshore Way by Applebees and to stay in their car, volunteers will load the food directly in the vehicles to cut down on face to face interactions and practice safe social distancing. Those without a car are directed to go the Eureka Food Pantry, which has relocated to 2112 Broadway (707-407-0447).

What: COVID-19 Emergency Response Food Distribution
When: Friday, April 10, 2020 at 2-4pm
Where: The parking lot north of Sears at the Bayshore mall, via the Bayshore Way entrance.
For: Those suffering financially due to the pandemic.
Food for People, the Food Bank for Humboldt County, operates a network of countywide pantries and food distribution programs to help those experiencing hunger and financial instability. All regular distribution programs remain operational though some may become more fluid as we address evolving needs and challenges. To find the program or pantry location best fitted for you please visit www.foodforpeople.org.

For those looking to help, financial donations are currently the best way to support hunger relief in our community. Those interested in volunteering can fill out the Volunteer Response Team form. Visit www.foodforpeople.org to help!