Free Food Locations

By Genoa Barrow | OBSERVER Senior Staff Writer A sign beckons locals to come to Daughters of Zion Enterpryz’s South Sacramento food distribution. The group is among those helping to fight area food insecurity. Russell Stiger Jr., OBSERVER Good food is becoming harder and harder to secure for many, but area residents who are hungry but struggling to afford food have a number of options. Local churches, organizations and agencies hold regular food giveaways throughout the region. Each has its own rules for eligibility, but many require photo ID and proof of address. The OBSERVER has created a brief list. Daughters of Enterpryz Food and Clothes Closet holds drive-up distribution 4:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at This Is Pentecost Fellowship Ministries, 6489 47th St. On-site registration available. More: 916-422-3875 or dozenterpryz.org. Shiloh Baptist Church’s food pantry provides supplemental groceries to individuals and families in need of assistance from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mondays at the church, 3565 9th Ave. More: 916-664-3850. The Neighbor Program distributes food from 11 a.m.-noon Mondays and Fridays at its Shakur Center For Health and Wellness, 3230 Broadway. There are also food giveaways on Tuesdays in North Highlands and Wednesdays at the Seavey Circle (Marina Vista) housing complex. More:...