Food access is vital for maintaining a healthy community by providing essential nutrients, improving cognitive performance, sustaining energy levels, fostering healthy eating habits, promoting social equality, building community cohesion, and contributing to better long-term health outcomes. The providers and programs below play a crucial role in supporting the overall well-being of the Hayward community. If you need additional assistance call 2-1-1 or visit 211alamedacounty.org

1. BACS Hedco Wellness Center

Location: 590 B Street, Hayward CA

Day: Monday - Friday

Time: noon - 12:30 p.m.

Contact: (510) 247-8235

Additional Info: Also provides help with shelter benefits, jobs and more

1. Downtown Streets Team

Location: 22110 Montgomery Street, Hayward CA

Day: Tuesdays

Time: 12:30 p.m.

Contact: (408) 384-1119

Additional Info: Lunch as part of success meeting for Downtown Streets Team members. Held at New Hope Christian Fellowship. 

1. First Presbyterian

Location: 2490 Grove Way, Castro Valley CA

Day: Monday - Friday

Time: noon- 1:00 p.m.

Contact: (510) 634-4750

Additional Info: Lunch provided as part of resource center 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

1. Spectrum Senior Meals at Hayward Senior Center

Location: 22325 N. 3rd Street, Hayward CA

Day: Monday - Friday

Time: noon

Contact: (510) 881-6766

Additional Info: Senior lunch. Must order in advance

1. Spectrum Senior Meals at Joseph Lum Lodge

Location: 2747 Oliver Drive, Hayward CA

Day: Monday - Friday

Time: noon

Contact: (510) 785-1997

Additional Info: Senior lunch. Must order in advance

1. Salvation Army

Location: 430 A Street, Hayward CA

Day: Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Contact: (510) 581-6444

Additional Info: Sack lunch with food pantry and hygiene kits

1. South Hayward Parish

Location: 27287 Patrick Avenue, Hayward CA

Day: Monday - Friday

Time: noon - 1:00 p.m.

Contact: (510) 634-2229

Additional Info: Lunch provided as part of resource center, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.