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Finding Hope and Stability Through Food Assistance – Kia’s Story
Kia is a mother of three — two girls and a boy, ages three, 19 months, and 11 years. “I’m a stay-at-home mom. Although my husband works, it's still not...
A Lifeline on a Fixed Income – Missy
Living with a disability and relying on a fixed income, this Ventura County resident faces an impossible balancing act each month—choosing between gas, electricity, and groceries. “It’s an everyday occurrence,”...
A Godsend in Port Hueneme – Louise
At 75, Louise from Port Hueneme had always worked hard to stay independent. But when degenerative wrist pain forced her to stop her part-time job and federal benefits were cut,...
Hope, Health, and Helping Hands – Valerie
For Valerie, a student at a local high school, Food Share has become a steady source of comfort and nourishment for her family. Living with her mom and four siblings,...
Harvesting Hope: Fresh From the Tree to the Table – Dave
Excess crops are an essential source of fresh food for our neighbors. In 2024, 101,643 pounds of fresh fruit and vegetables were gathered through 184 gleaning events — all thanks...
The Lives You Touch – Pat
“It’s hard to ask for help—so I’m thankful when help shows up.” At 73, Pat has lived a full life marked by service, survival, and resilience. We met him recently...
Building a Brighter Future – Lena
For Lena, a full-time student at Oxnard College, pursuing her education is both a personal dream and a promise to her four children. "I want my kids to see me...
Boost Your Fundraiser with This 3-Step Game Plan
We’re in the final stretch, and this is when your efforts matter most. Whether you’ve raised $5 or $500, we want to help you finish strong—with more donations, more support, and more meals for our neighbors.
[IMPORTANT UPDATE] No Matter What, We’re Here to Serve Ventura County
Dear Friend, We would like to provide an update regarding disruptions to federal food shipments to Food Share. In a Ventura County Star article, we shared that the federal government had...
Monica White honored as Woman of the Year 2024
On March 21, elected officials, community leaders, and representatives from the Mexican Consulate gathered at the Ventura County Credit Union to celebrate five remarkable women for their contributions to the...







