2026 Nonprofit Guide: Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank

Mission statement

Founded in 1977, the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is the largest hunger-relief organization in San Diego County. Serving as the region’s food safety net, the organization provides food to people in need, advocates for the hungry and educates the public about hunger-related issues.

Our 2026 goals

In FY 2026, we aim to distribute more than 37 million meals to our neighbors in need in San Diego County.

The areas we serve

Through a network of direct service programs and more than 450 nonprofit partners, the Food Bank serves an average of 400,000 people every month throughout all of San Diego County.

Fundraising events

San Diego Food Bank Gala — May 2, 2026. Enjoy live music, auctions, gourmet bites, and dinner at our Miramar warehouse. Now in its 14th year, the gala supports vital hunger-relief programs.

Calling all volunteers

We welcome all volunteers — whether large or small, schools, faith-based organizations, or corporate teams seeking team-building experiences. Opportunities are available in our warehouses, at distribution sites across the county, and alongside nonprofit partners. More than 15,000 volunteers contributed over 100,000 hours in FY 24-25. For more information, visit sandiegofoodbank.org/volunteer.

Donation opportunities

There are many ways to join us in the fight against hunger. Organize a food drive to collect nonperishable food items, host a virtual food drive, or simply make a donation.
No gift is too small. A monthly gift of just $15 provides one healthy meal every day, every month, for the entire year.

For every dollar donated, the Food Bank can provide enough food for two meals to San Diegans in need. Make a gift today at sandiegofoodbank.org/donate.

ESTABLISHED 1977
9850 Distribution Avenue
San Diego, CA 92121
2260 Oak Ridge Way
Vista, CA 92081

Phone: (858) 527-1419
Website: sandiegofoodbank.org
Email: info@sandiegofoodbank.org
Facebook: @sdfoodbank
Instagram: @sdfoodbank
X: @sdfoodbank
LinkedIn: @san-diego-food-bank

EXECUTIVES
Casey Castillo, Chief Executive Officer
Kimberley Layton, Chief Advancement & Communications Officer
Allyson Tutor, Chief Financial Officer
Brigitte Wesselink, Vice President of Operations & Programs
Kristin Wiggins, Vice President of Development
Cole Williamson, Vice President of Administration

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Sandy Kerl, Chair
Patrick Day, Vice Chair
Tashonda Taylor, Secretary
Kristin Howell, Treasurer
Clifford “Rip” Rippetoe, Chair Emeritus

Matt Abernethy, Bob Bolinger, Courtney Carranza, Steve Cushman, Sonali Fonseca, Anjie Frias, Scott Heath, Nancy Henroid, Jill Irvin, Mark Kremers, Cathy Lloyd, Cherry Miyake, Dan Moore, Sathya Narayanaswamy, Jim Nuckols, James Rossi, Gangaram Singh, Kerri Verbeke Kapich,
Rick Williams

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