How many free food pantries are there in Palm Springs, California?

Feed America's directory lists 14 free food pantries, food banks, soup kitchens, mobile pantry sites, and WIC offices in Palm Springs, California. Listings are compiled from federal, state, and community data sources. Each listing page shows where it came from and whether it has been independently verified — always call ahead to confirm hours before travelling.

Do I need to qualify or apply for free food in Palm Springs?

Most food pantries in our directory are walk-in and free — no income proof, application, or appointment needed. A few specialized programs (like WIC) require eligibility verification. Each location page tells you what to bring.

What hours are food pantries in Palm Springs open?

Hours vary by location. Many pantries operate 1–2 days per week, often weekday mornings or Saturday mornings. Always call before visiting — hours can change with no notice. If a pantry shows "Open Now" on our site, that's based on its published schedule.

Can I get food today in Palm Springs, California?

Call 211 first — it's free, 24/7, and the dispatcher can route you to a pantry open right now or to an emergency food box. Soup kitchens (which serve hot meals) also operate same-day in most cities. We list both on this page.

Are there mobile pantries in Palm Springs?

Mobile pantries are pop-up food distributions that change location week to week. Look for "mobile pantry" tagged listings on this page — they include the upcoming distribution location and time.

Is Feed America affiliated with the local food bank in Palm Springs?

Feed America (feedam.org, EIN 92-1761881) is an independent 501(c)(3) directory. We are not affiliated with any local food bank. We aggregate publicly-available data from food banks, USDA, HRSA, and community sources to make finding help easier. For full nonprofit disambiguation, see /disclosures.

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Food Pantries in Palm Springs, CA

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Desert Chapel

food bank

630 S. Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA 92264

No phone — get directions below

Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.

Requirements: Food distribution site operated by FIND Food Bank

Offers: Food bank, Free

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Palm Springs Unified School District

food pantry

980 EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264

7604166000

Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-03-29; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.

Offers: School meals, Farm to school, Salad bar, Local food

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Palm Springs Convention Center

mobile pantry

277 N Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

No phone — get directions below

Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.

Requirements: FIND Mobile Market distribution location at Palm Springs Convention Center

Offers: Mobile pantry, Free

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Del Taco LLC dba Del Taco #1040

rmp restaurant

102 N Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

No phone — get directions below

Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-05-11; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.

Requirements: SNAP/EBT for hot meals — eligibility: unhoused OR aged 60+ OR disabled

Offers: Restaurant meal program, Ebt accepted, Hot meals, Unhoused friendly, Senior friendly, Disabled friendly

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Del Taco LLC dba Del Taco #1092

rmp restaurant

6620 N Indian Canyon, Palm Springs, CA 92262

No phone — get directions below

Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-05-11; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.

Requirements: SNAP/EBT for hot meals — eligibility: unhoused OR aged 60+ OR disabled

Offers: Restaurant meal program, Ebt accepted, Hot meals, Unhoused friendly, Senior friendly, Disabled friendly

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Del Taco LLC dba Del Taco #453

rmp restaurant

2444 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262

No phone — get directions below

Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-05-11; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.

Requirements: SNAP/EBT for hot meals — eligibility: unhoused OR aged 60+ OR disabled

Offers: Restaurant meal program, Ebt accepted, Hot meals, Unhoused friendly, Senior friendly, Disabled friendly

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DelTaco LLC dba Del Taco #777

rmp restaurant

5601 E Ramon Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262

No phone — get directions below

Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-05-11; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.

Requirements: SNAP/EBT for hot meals — eligibility: unhoused OR aged 60+ OR disabled

Offers: Restaurant meal program, Ebt accepted, Hot meals, Unhoused friendly, Senior friendly, Disabled friendly

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Desert Gate Mgt LLC dba McDonalds 14162

rmp restaurant

1717 East Vista Chino, Palm Springs, CA 92262

No phone — get directions below

Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-05-11; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.

Requirements: SNAP/EBT for hot meals — eligibility: unhoused OR aged 60+ OR disabled

Offers: Restaurant meal program, Ebt accepted, Hot meals, Unhoused friendly, Senior friendly, Disabled friendly

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Desert Gate Mgt LLC dba McDonalds 31577

rmp restaurant

5601 E Ramon Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92264

No phone — get directions below

Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-05-11; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.

Requirements: SNAP/EBT for hot meals — eligibility: unhoused OR aged 60+ OR disabled

Offers: Restaurant meal program, Ebt accepted, Hot meals, Unhoused friendly, Senior friendly, Disabled friendly

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Great AM Chicken Corp DBA KFC - E791007

rmp restaurant

725 S PALM CANYON DR, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264

No phone — get directions below

Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-05-11; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.

Requirements: SNAP/EBT for hot meals — eligibility: unhoused OR aged 60+ OR disabled

Offers: Restaurant meal program, Ebt accepted, Hot meals, Unhoused friendly, Senior friendly, Disabled friendly

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KFC K312007

rmp restaurant

725 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264

No phone — get directions below

Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-05-11; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.

Requirements: SNAP/EBT for hot meals — eligibility: unhoused OR aged 60+ OR disabled

Offers: Restaurant meal program, Ebt accepted, Hot meals, Unhoused friendly, Senior friendly, Disabled friendly

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Prince LLC dba Pinocchio in the Desert

rmp restaurant

134 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

No phone — get directions below

Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-05-11; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.

Requirements: SNAP/EBT for hot meals — eligibility: unhoused OR aged 60+ OR disabled

Offers: Restaurant meal program, Ebt accepted, Hot meals, Unhoused friendly, Senior friendly, Disabled friendly

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Shalhoub Mgt Co Inc dba McDonalds 32041

rmp restaurant

2465 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264

No phone — get directions below

Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-05-11; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.

Requirements: SNAP/EBT for hot meals — eligibility: unhoused OR aged 60+ OR disabled

Offers: Restaurant meal program, Ebt accepted, Hot meals, Unhoused friendly, Senior friendly, Disabled friendly

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The Center Community Food Bank

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food bank

610 S. Belardo Road, #500, Palm Springs, CA 92264

No phone — get directions below

Listed from directory data; current services have not been independently confirmed. Directory record date: 2026-04-21; this may be an import date. Contact the provider before visiting.

Requirements: Community food bank location in Palm Springs

Offers: Food bank, Free

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Hours

Mon	Closed
Tue	Closed
Wed	Closed
Thu	17:00–19:00
Fri	Closed
Sat	Closed
Sun	Closed

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