How many free food pantries are there in Pasadena, California?

Feed America's directory lists 39 free food pantries, food banks, soup kitchens, mobile pantry sites, and WIC offices in Pasadena, California. Every listing is verified against federal, state, or community data sources.

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

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 Pasadena 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 Pasadena, 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 Pasadena?

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 Pasadena?

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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Ecumenical Council of Pasadena Area Congregations - Food Bank

food bank

1330 Los Robles Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91104

+1-626-797-2402

Verified 26d ago

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Ecumenical Council of Pasadena Area Congregations - Food Bank

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