About Us
Where compassion takes root
Planting Hands Food Bank is a family-owned, self-funded nonprofit organization serving San Bernardino, the Bay Area, and surrounding communities. Formerly known as Food Bank Warriors, our organization has rebranded under new leadership with a renewed mission to fight hunger, reduce food waste, and provide families with consistent access to nutritious food. For over 12 years, our team has worked to support individuals and families facing food insecurity. We believe that no family should have to wonder where their next meal will come from. Through food distribution, donation partnerships, volunteer support, and community outreach, Planting Hands Food Bank continues to serve as a helping hand for those in need. Our goal is simple: to provide food with dignity, compassion, and care.
Our mission is to fight hunger, reduce food waste, and provide consistent access to nutritious food for individuals and families in need. We are committed to serving our community with dignity, respect, and compassion while creating a reliable food support system for those experiencing hardship.
Who We Serve
Planting Hands Food Bank serves individuals and families throughout San Bernardino, the Bay Area, and surrounding areas who are experiencing financial hardship, food insecurity, or emergency need. We assist low-income households, families with children, seniors, and anyone in need of food assistance. Food assistance is provided at no cost to qualifying individuals and families.
Our Values
Compassion
We serve every person with kindness, respect, and dignity.
Community
Strong communities are built when people help one another.
Reliability
Families depend on food support, and we work hard to provide consistent assistance.
Stewardship
We reduce food waste by redirecting usable food to families who need it.
Service
We are committed to serving San Bernardino, the Bay Area, and surrounding communities with care.
Why Food Rescue Matters
Every year, large amounts of usable food go to waste while families in our communities struggle with hunger. Through food rescue and redistribution, we help close that gap — reducing waste while providing meaningful support to families in need.