Food Pantry and CalFresh at De Anza

The Food Pantry is available to currently registered De Anza students. You must have a De Anza student ID (physical  or digital card) and be registered for the current term.

Food Pantry logoVisit the Food Pantry in the Registration & Student Services (RSS) Building, room 127.

  • For hours, see the schedule below
  • Visit only once per week
  • Bring a bag!

You can also get groceries and other food items on campus from these sources:

  • Mobile pantries operated by West Valley and Loaves & Fishes visit campus several times a month – see the schedule below.
  • Prepared foods are available at no charge at the Information table in the RSS building every Monday at 10 a.m. – while supplies last – courtesy of "No Time to Waste." (We also have microwaves, utensils and napkins available.)
  • Snacks, soup and drinks are available – at no charge for students who need them – in numerous locations around campus – see the list of food locations.
  • CalFresh provides monthly assistance for purchasing food. We can help you apply – see details below.
  • Several nonprofit agencies around Santa Clara County also have food available – see the list below.

The De Anza Food Pantry is operated in collaboration with Second Harvest Food Bank and West Valley Community Services. You can read about the Food Pantry in the Mercury News.  


Schedule: Food Pantry and Mobile Pantries

This schedule is subject to change. Please follow us on Instagram @deanzabasicneeds for the latest updates, or email dafoodpantry@deanza.edu with any questions. The campus Food Pantry is closed every Friday.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

June 2

De Anza Campus Pantry
  • 1:30 p.m-4:00 p.m.

June 3

De Anza Campus Pantry
  • 10:30 a.m-4:00 p.m.

June 4

De Anza Campus Pantry
  • 10:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

June 5

De Anza Campus Pantry
  • 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Loaves & Fishes
  • 2:00-3:00 p.m.

June 9

De Anza Campus Pantry
  • 1:30p.m.-4:00 p.m.

June 10

De Anza Campus Pantry
  • 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Park-It Market
  • 1:45-3:00 p.m

June 11

De Anza Campus Pantry
  • 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

June 12

De Anza Campus Pantry
  • 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Loaves & Fishes
  • 2:00p.m.-3:00 p.m.

June 16


De Anza Campus Pantry
  • 2:00-4:00 p.m.

June 17

De Anza Campus Pantry

  • 10:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

June 18

De Anza Campus Pantry
  • 10:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

June 19 

De Anza Campus Pantry 
  • CLOSED

June 23

De Anza Campus Pantry
  • CLOSED

June 24

De Anza Campus Pantry
  • 10:30a.m.-1:30p.m.
Park-It Market
  • 1:45-3 p.m

June 25

De Anza Campus Pantry
  • 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

June 26

De Anza Campus Pantry
  • 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Loaves & Fishes
  • 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.


CalFresh: Need Money for Food?

Find out if you're eligible for CalFresh!

  • Monthly cash assistance for purchasing food
  • Provided via EBT debit card (looks like any other debit card)
  • Use it to buy groceries and fresh produce at participating stores, restaurants and farmers' markets

To find out if you qualify, get help with your application, or extend your eligibility, you can email us at dafoodpantry@deanza.edu to ask questions or schedule a meeting to complete the application.

More Help With Your CalFresh Application

You can also get free online assistance with your CalFresh application, thanks to Second Harvest, a regional food bank. Just click the button to fill out the Second Harvest help form.

SECOND HARVEST HELP FORM


Park-It Market

park-it marketThe mobile pantry from West Valley Community Services visits Parking Lot A on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month, from 1:45-3:00 p.m.

  • You'll need to bring your student ID.
  • Bring a bag.
  • You can find fresh produce, meat, dairy products, dry goods and canned items 

Loaves & Fishes Family Kitchen

Groceries are available every Thursday from 2-3 p.m. in Parking Lot A, courtesy of Loaves & Fishes Family Kitchen and A La Carte.

  • You'll need to bring a bag to carry your selections. 

Help Support the Food Pantry

Food insecurity among college students is a serious issue. A recent survey of De Anza students found nearly four out of ten experienced food insecurity. In fall quarter of 2024, more than 1,900 students visited the De Anza Food Pantry. Please consider supporting student achievement through access to food. Visit the Foothill-De Anza Foundation's Quick Donate webpage and designate your gift for the De Anza Food Pantry.


Resources Around Santa Clara County

You also may find food assistance through the following programs. (Please contact them to find out their eligibility requirements.) You'll find more resources on our Basic Needs Resources webpage.

Second Harvest Food Bank Hotline

To find a food distribution center or delivery program near you

  • Call the Second Harvest Food Connection hotline at 1.800.984.3663
  • Text “GETFOOD” to 408.455.5181
  • Send an email to  getfood@shfb.org
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