Helping neighbors in need one meal at a time
Support The Sanctuary Pantry During Our Year End Fund Drive
To host a fund raising dinner for the Pantry, submit the form below and we will reach out with a guide with all the materials you need.
For details about becoming a pantry guest, scroll down
Pantry fund raising dinner interest form
Learn More About the Sanctuary Pantry
Are You In Need Of Food Assistance?
What we offer:
Fresh produce, dairy, shelf-stable food, meat and diapers (as available).
All food is pre-packaged.
All registered pantry guests can pick up food twice a month with an appointment.
Our Hours:
Please note: We serve guest by appointment only. You can schedule your appointment by calling our pantry number @ 760-470-6992
Every Monday: 12 pm to 1:30 pm
The First and Third Friday of the month: 4:30pm to 5:30pm
How to Receive Food:
New Guests (First Time Using Our Pantry):
If you have never been to our pantry, the first step is to make an appointment to register for our program. You can do that by sending a text to our pantry number @ 760 470 6992
You will need proof of residence, an email address and/or a cell phone number to register for our pantry.
We accept North County residents who have proper refrigeration & cooking capabilities. if you are unhoused, we provide a day-bag during open hours listed above.
Enrolled Guests:
You will automatically receive a SMS (Short Message Service) text before your scheduled pantry day.
If you want to schedule an appointment, click the link and follow the instructions to book your appointment. Be sure and look for your confirmation which is a message with a green background that says "You have successfully registered for this event".
If you book an appointment and need to cancel, please send a text to the pantry number.
Our Address:
204 S. Freeman St., Oceanside, CA 92049
Our Impact:
Oceanside Sanctuary Food Pantry operated weekly throughout the pandemic lockdown, and continues to do so, feeding more than 500+ people every month with fresh meat, produce, and shelf-stable food.
our partner:
We partner with Feeding San Diego, who helps us fight food insecurity by connecting our pantry and kitchen with fresh produce through local markets.
Volunteer for our Food Pantry
The Sanctuary Pantry is a thriving ministry at OSC, powered by dedicated volunteers who are ready to roll up their sleeves. This is real, physical work. We ask that volunteers commit to showing up dependably.
Weekly Volunteer Roles
We’re looking for people who can give about three hours a week on either Monday mornings or Friday afternoons, with a minimum three-month commitment. Common responsibilities include:
Picking up food donations (requires personal vehicle)
Sorting and boxing food for distribution
Breaking down boxes and trash from pickups
Helping guests load food into vehicles
Delivering food to guests who cannot come in
If you’re ready to help, click here to fill out our volunteer interest form. Please note: volunteers must be able to lift at least 25 lbs and be comfortable with physical tasks.
Other Ways to Help
We know not everyone can give that level of commitment, and that’s okay! You can still support the Pantry by:
Hosting a Food Drive – Rally your workplace, neighborhood, or community group. (Resources available here.)
If you plan to host a Food Drive, please fill out this quick form.
Helping at Special Events – Sign up to serve at one-time events such as:
Back-to-School Resource Fair (August)
Senior Thanksgiving Lunch (November)
Christmas Gift Giveaway (November)
Help support our pantry:
Consider making a donation to keep our food pantry thriving. We feed over 500+ people a month and cannot do it without your support. Any amount helps.