News Release: 5/13/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Christina Glick
Community Liaison
The Community Food Connection
858-751-4613
ccglick4@gmail.com
www.Thecommunityfoodconnection.com

 

The Community Food Connection Launches “Make A Difference May” Campaign to Combat Growing Food Insecurity

Poway, CA — 5/13/25— The Community Food Connection (CFC), an all-volunteer nonprofit food pantry, has launched its midyear fundraising campaign, Make A Difference May, to address the growing need for food assistance across North Inland San Diego County. 

CFC currently distributes nearly 6,000 boxes of nutritious, no-cost food every month to individuals and families in Poway, Rancho Bernardo, Rancho Peñasquitos, 4S Ranch, and surrounding communities. Distributions are conducted via a no-questions-asked drive-thru every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3 to 6 PM.

Behind every vehicle in line is a story:

• A single mother balancing school and unexpected car repairs
• Seniors struggling to stretch Social Security checks
• Individuals living in their vehicles
• Parents recently laid off, who can keep the lights on and pay the mortgage thanks to food assistance

Each week, 10-15 new households seek help—reflecting a sharp increase in demand driven by rising food and utility costs.

“We’re seeing more first-time visitors than ever before,” said Kim Rearick, CFC Board President. “Our mission is to make sure no one in our community goes hungry—but we can’t do it alone.”

Community support is crucial. Donations of any size have a big impact:

• $50 provides a freezer full of frozen meat
• $25 delivers 75 pounds of pantry staples
• $1.50 supplies a case of canned meat

To donate or learn more, visit www.Thecommunityfoodconnection.com

About The Community Food Connection

The Community Food Connection is a 100% volunteer-run nonprofit dedicated to providing nutritious food at no cost to families and individuals in need. Founded on the belief that access to food is a basic human right, CFC serves thousands of households each month with dignity, compassion, and no strings attached.