Jennifer Siebel Newsom, Kim Johnson and Josh Fryday Visit the Food Bank Amidst Wildfires

California First Partner, Secretary and Chief Service Officer visited the Food Bank’s City of Industry Distribution Center, as state-funded food was delivered to support those affected by local emergencies.

As wind advisories pick up throughout our region due to the ongoing wildfires, First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, California Health and Human Services Agency Secretary Kim Johnson and California’s Chief Service Officer Josh Friday were on hand as pallets of food resources arrived at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank’s City of Industry distribution center to support our neighbors impacted by the area’s wildfires, power outages, evacuations, water advisories and unhealthy air quality. A total of 25,000 food boxes are headed to the impacted region, thanks to $1 million in state emergency funding.

“California remains committed to fighting food insecurity — a commitment that is especially important during times of great need, such as disasters, when many families have been displaced or suffered great losses,” said California Health and Human Services Agency Secretary Kim Johnson. “These emergency food benefits and timely flexibilities will have an immediate impact, helping ensure that people have food during a very challenging time.”

This essential delivery comes after a community resource fair over the weekend in East LA organized by Supervisor Hilda Solis. Her team included various organizations and departments from the County, and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom was also in attendance. To support neighbors, the Food Bank brought 2,000 food kits consisting of fresh produce and shelf-stable items for anyone possibly having a hard time during this difficult time.

“This will likely be a prolonged effort lasting not just days, but weeks,” LA Regional Food Bank President and CEO Michael Flood shared. “We’re incredibly grateful for the volunteers at our distribution centers, those supporting partner agency sites, and the many donors—whether contributing food, funds, or in-kind support—who make our work possible. We also want to thank the First Partner and the Secretary for supporting the Food Bank and helping deliver critical resources to our neighbors who were impacted during this challenging time.”

A person wearing a green safety vest and gray beanie operates a red forklift inside a warehouse. They are moving a pallet stacked with boxes wrapped in plastic. The warehouse doors and packaging equipment are visible in the background.

Label on plastic-wrapped boxes lists contents of disaster relief boxes: pear halves, fruit mix, green peas, sliced carrots, tuna, white chicken, chicken with beans and rice pouch, white rice, cereal multigrain, lowfat milk. Quantities noted.

A person operates a red forklift in a warehouse, moving a pallet of boxed goods. They are wearing a reflective vest and a beanie. The warehouse has open garage doors and safety cones scattered around.

A worker operates a red forklift to move a large pallet of boxed goods inside a warehouse. The forklift enters a truck trailer parked at a loading dock. Other workers are visible in the background near a desk.

A person operates a red Heli forklift loading a pallet of boxes into a truck. The forklift is inside a warehouse with bright yellow safety barriers. Various signs and controls are visible near the loading dock.

A worker operates a red forklift, moving a pallet of boxed goods into a loading dock area. The person is wearing a high-visibility vest and a gray beanie. The warehouse background includes open garage doors and stacks of wrapped pallets.

A collection of food items includes a bag of cereal, cartons of milk, canned vegetables, canned tuna, instant noodles, microwaveable rice, and a box labeled "Disaster Relief Boxes," all arranged on a table.

Four people stand in a warehouse setting in front of stacks of bottled water. Three are casually dressed; the fourth is in a polo shirt and dark pants. They are smiling and appear to be part of a community or volunteer effort.

Four people stand in a warehouse having a conversation. The area is spacious, with forklifts and yellow poles visible. One person gestures with their hand, and others listen attentively. Casual attire and industrial setting suggest a work-related discussion.

The disaster relief boxes delivered to the City of Industry included food resources such as shelf-stable pear halves in juice, fruit mix, green peas, carrots, tuna, white chicken, chicken with rice and beans, white rice, multigrain cereal and milk.

Through the kindness of our community, the Food Bank and partner agencies across LA County can continue to provide essential food and nutrition assistance to those impacted by the wildfires and beyond. Please consider joining the fight against hunger.

California First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, CA Health & Human Services Secretary Kim Johnson and CA Chief Service Officer Josh Fryday Visit LA Regional Food Bank Amidst Wildfires

California First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, CA Health & Human Services Secretary Kim Johnson and CA Chief Service Officer Josh Fryday Visit LA Regional Food Bank Amidst Wildfires

California First Partner, Secretary and Chief Service Officer visited the Food Bank’s City of Industry Distribution Center, as state-funded food was delivered to support those affected by local emergencies.

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