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Friday 07/25/2025

Come to Arroyo Viejo in East Oakland for community fun and a free backpack. 

Beats Rhymes & Life is hosting a backpack giveaway featuring fun activities, games, youth performances, and free food. The event is designed to support local youth and bring the community together before the school year begins. 

Date: Friday, July 25, 2025 

Time: 4PM - 7PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Arroyo Viejo Recreation Center - 7701 Krause Ave., Oakland 

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Saturday 07/26/2025

San Leandro- Backpack and Back to School Supply Giveaway 

The Grant Avenue Foundation is hosting a backpack giveaway. 

The Grant Avenue Foundation is hosting a backpack and back-to-school supply giveaway in San Leandro. Families are encouraged to bring their kids to receive free backpacks and school essentials. 

Date: Saturday, July 25, 2025 

Time: 10AM - 4PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: San Leandro High School - 2200 Bancroft Ave., San Leandro 

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Saturday 07/26/2025

Saint Vincent De Paul of AC ishosting a community back to school event. 

St. Vincent de Paul of Alameda County is hosting a Back-to-School Bash featuring food, games, resources, clothing, free haircuts, face painting, and more. The event aims to support families as they prepare for the new school year with fun and essential services. 

Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025 

Time: 10AM - 2PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 2272 San Pablo Ave., Oakland 

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Monday 07/28/2025

TVH provides free groceries for families.

Tri-Valley Haven Food Pantry distributes free groceries to low-income Tri-Valley residents.

Date: Monday - Thursday

Time: 1PM – 5PM

Location: 150 N. L St., Livermore

Cost: Free

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Tuesday 07/29/2025

Walk up food pantry available to Cherryland, Ashland, San Lorenzo, Hayward, Castro Valley, and Union City families.

The food pantry is available to families in the listed cities above. Families can bring home a free bag of groceries.

Date: Every Tuesday, Thursday & Friday

Time: 1PM – 4PM

Location: South Hayward Parish, 27287 Patrick Ave., Hayward

Cost: Free

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Tuesday 07/29/2025

TVH provides free groceries for families.

Tri-Valley Haven Food Pantry distributes free groceries to low-income Tri-Valley residents.

Date: Monday - Thursday

Time: 1PM – 5PM

Location: 150 N. L St., Livermore

Cost: Free

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Tuesday 07/29/2025

Individuals experiencing food insecurity can visit the East Oakland Collective’s distribution hub for free, freshly prepared meals from local restaurants and a selection of groceries including produce, meat, and shelf-stable items. Onsite registration is required, and on a first come first served basis. Priority will be given to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and pregnant women.Spanish interpretation will be available.  

Date: Every Tuesday and Thursday

Time: 11AM - 1PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: EOC Distribution Hub - 7800 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland 

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Wednesday 07/30/2025

TVH provides free groceries for families.

Tri-Valley Haven Food Pantry distributes free groceries to low-income Tri-Valley residents.

Date: Monday - Thursday

Time: 1PM – 5PM

Location: 150 N. L St., Livermore

Cost: Free

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Wednesday 07/30/2025

Weekly food and clothing giveaway. 

Shiloh Church hosts a weekly community "walk-through" food giveaway every Wednesday, providing fresh produce and groceries to each family. Attendees are encouraged to bring a rolling cart or box to help carry their items. 

Date: Every Wednesday 

Time: 10AM11:30AM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Shiloh Church - 3295 School St., Oakland   

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Thursday 07/31/2025

Walk up food pantry available to Cherryland, Ashland, San Lorenzo, Hayward, Castro Valley, and Union City families.

The food pantry is available to families in the listed cities above. Families can bring home a free bag of groceries.

Date: Every Tuesday, Thursday & Friday

Time: 1PM – 4PM

Location: South Hayward Parish, 27287 Patrick Ave., Hayward

Cost: Free

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Thursday 07/31/2025

TVH provides free groceries for families.

Tri-Valley Haven Food Pantry distributes free groceries to low-income Tri-Valley residents.

Date: Monday - Thursday

Time: 1PM – 5PM

Location: 150 N. L St., Livermore

Cost: Free

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Thursday 07/31/2025

Individuals experiencing food insecurity can visit the East Oakland Collective’s distribution hub for free, freshly prepared meals from local restaurants and a selection of groceries including produce, meat, and shelf-stable items. Onsite registration is required, and on a first come first served basis. Priority will be given to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and pregnant women.Spanish interpretation will be available.  

Date: Every Tuesday and Thursday

Time: 11AM - 1PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: EOC Distribution Hub - 7800 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland 

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