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BASIC NEEDS
Gift cards for Groceries and Other Resources:Our community is eager to support you.
Fill out this FORM if you need assistance and a member of our PTA Coordinating Council will connect you to gift cards for groceries and other resources.
LISTA DE COMPRAS: PDF en Español LIST OF GROCERY ITEMS NEEDED: PDF in English
MEALS
STUDENT MEALS: SCSD has partnered with Redwood City Schools to offer meals to ANY CHILD under the age of 18. The following schools in Redwood City are giving away packs that contain breakfast and lunch** items along with your choice of milk. The kids don't have to be with you. All students are eligible for FREE MEALS under this program and no proof of income is required. (Note: Wednesdays' meal packs will include enough for Thursday and Friday too.)
Effective 6/30/20, Roosevelt is closing due to low meal counts.
Effective 7/1/20, Garfield and Hoover will remain open.
Dates Open: July 1-August 18 (Tentative end date if school start date changes)
Days Open: Monday-Wednesday
Serving Times: 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Meals Served: Breakfast and Lunch
# of Meals Served: 7 days' worth of meals will be distributed
Garfield School, 3600 Middlefield Road, Menlo Park
Pick up Time: 10:30-11:30
Pick up Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Meals: On Monday two days of meals are given
On Tuesday: two days of meals are given
On Wednesday: three days of meals are given
Hoover School, 701 Charter ST., Redwood City
Pick up Time: 10:30-11:30
Pick up Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Meals: On Monday two days of meals are given
On Tuesday: two days of meals are given
On Wednesday: three days of meals are given
Free Lunch Service at East Palo Alto Library
Families can now visit the East Palo Alto Library on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 1 PM to receive free lunches and snacks as part of the Summer Food Service Program. Priority will be given to families with children ages 18 and under. Our meal service will last as long as supplies last each day. We look forward to supplying a nutritious lunch to you and your family — don’t forget to pick up your FREE Summer Learning Challenge books while you’re there!
CLICK HERE for an INTERACTIVE MAP OF STUDENT MEALS being served throughout the Bay Area.
In light of the current events, you may now qualify for Free or Reduced price Lunches (F/RL) with the school district, which may entitle you to additional benefits being offered in our community. If you would like to submit an application to confirm eligibility, please complete this form and submit it to Lisa at lceragioli@scsdk8.org.
There are also NEW P-EBT CARDS that get you extra money for food. Check out the information and contact Lisa at lceragioli@scsdk8.org if you have any questions about how to apply for this new program.
FAMILY GROCERIES:
San Carlos residents can GET GROCERIES from the CARING CUPBOARD located at the San Carlos Adult Community Center, 601 Chestnut Street, San Carlos, CA 94070 (650) 802-4384 recreation@cityofsancarlos.org
Determine if you meet the eligibility requirements (includes if students are eligible for free school lunches)
Call (650) 802-4384 to reserve a bag (leave a message and your call will be returned with a scheduled pick up time on Wednesdays).
Bring your completed application with you when you pick up your weekly grocery bag (including Proof of Residency (e.g. Driver’s License or PG&E bill).
HELP CENTERS
CITY OF SAN CARLOS helplines are open and resources are available.
SAN MATEO COUNTY helplines are open and resources are available.
San Mateo County Resources include rental assistance, food, tech support, etc.
SAMARITAN HOUSE offers food, housing, childcare, health and dental support.
COVID-19 PUBLIC CALL CENTER: Call 211 for non-emergency, non-medical questions; 24 hours/day, 7 days a week They will provide food locations and other community resources anywhere in the Bay Area.