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Monday 10am - 3pm Tuesday 10am - 3pm Wednesday 10am - 3pm Thursday 2:30pm - 6pm Friday 10am - 3pm Saturday 1pm - 3:30pm Sunday 1pm - 4pm

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Porchlight Community empowers individuals, fosters healthy eating, and tackles food waste and insecurity.

We are passionate about sustainability and food justice, and our client-choice model ensures dignity and positive change. We Rescue Edible and Safe to eat Food and Re-Distribute to individuals and families in San Diego. Empowering change through sustainability, providing food, and dignified support.

10/31/2026

We believe no plates should go empty this holiday season. That's why we're spreading the word about our No Empty Plates campaign, which aims to supply 20-30 families with ALL the components to make a complete Thanksgiving meal at no cost!

Interested? Here's how to apply.👀
1. Nominate families that could benefit from this blessing (it can be your own family) through Nov. 7 at https://www.wixforms.com/f/7512368100054926416. ✍️
2. Wait for confirmation if your family is selected. Decisions will be sent out on Nov. 13. 💌
3. If selected, pick up your Thanksgiving meal on Nov. 21, 10am-1pm. 📦

10/30/2026

BOO!! The treat is that we'll be open Friday, 10/30. We will have some limited appointment spots from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm.

Book your 30 min shopping window:
https://www.porchlightcs.org/food-share

10/29/2026

No tricks this time! We’ll be open tomorrow (10/30) for more food share! Check out our website (https://www.porchlightcs.org/food-share) to sign up for a time slot!

See you there 👻

10/28/2026

Did you know these top allergens? 🤔

Before trick-or-treating or buying candy, make sure you know which allergens may be hidden in Halloween candy. 🍬

Let's make this Halloween safe for all. 🎃

10/27/2026

If you're planning on handing out allergy-friendly Halloween treats this year, consider making yourself identifiable to trick-or-treaters who have allergies. 👻

By providing allergy-friendly or non-food treat options (glow sticks, bouncy balls, stickers, pencils, tattoos, etc.), you're helping keep kids safe this Halloween! To avoid cross-contamination, keep food and non-food treats in separate bowls. 🍬

Leave a teal pumpkin by your door letting them know you're allergy-friendly. 🎃

Get your printable flyer here: https://www.foodallergy.org/resources/get-your-teal-pumpkin-project-printables

10/23/2026

Cereal-ously, isn't she sweet?!

Our neighbor MaryLou dropped off 124 boxes of cereal this week! She rallied friends at Rady's Ortho, Hey Neighbor, JayCees, and Being Neighborly, all in honor of Maggie Lee Henson / Maggie Lee for Good

What perfect timing as we prepare for the holiday breaks! With kids home from school, our families will appreciate the extra breakfast choices.

Thank you, MaryLou and every neighbor who helped make this happen!

Inspired to spread a little kindness? Host a themed food drive with friends or coworkers!

• Allergy-Friendly Favorites
• Pantry Proteins
• Cooking Essentials

Get started: https://www.porchlightcs.org/food-drive

10/21/2026

Halloween shouldn't be scary because of food allergies.🍬

Unfortunately, for some children and their families, the risk of being exposed to an allergen is too high, and they simply don’t feel comfortable trick-or-treating.👻

By offering allergy-friendly or non-food treats, you can help make Halloween safe and fun for all. Starting in October, you can add your address to the Teal Pumpkin Project Map so families can plan safe routes. Place a teal pumpkin or print a free sign from FARE to show your home is allergy-friendly. 🎃

Check out this initiative at the link in our bio!

10/18/2026

Help your neighbors receive a complete Thanksgiving meal this season!🦃

How to nominate a family:
1. Nominate families that could benefit from this blessing (it can be your own family) through Nov. 7 at https://www.wixforms.com/f/7512368100054926416. ✍️
2. Wait for confirmation if your family is selected. Decisions will be sent out on Nov. 13. 💌
3. If selected, pick up your Thanksgiving meal on Nov. 21, 10am-1pm. 📦

If you want to help us make this mission possible, there are two ways to contribute:
1. Donate ingredients so families can make a nutritious Thanksgiving meal. Drop off Mon-Sat 9-4:30pm. 🥫
2. Help us reach our $2,500 fundraising goal by donating to our Givebutter campaign. https://givebutter.com/ThanksgivingNoEmptyPlates 🫶

Your help will provide families with a complete Thanksgiving meal, factoring in food allergies, culturally relevant foods, and dietary restrictions. Get involved today and make the holidays brighter. 🧡

10/16/2026

We're part of the global movement to reimagine a food system that nourishes both people and the planet.🌱

In 2025, 645 million people experienced hunger. And another 2.69 billion people, nearly 1 in 3, were unable to afford healthy diets (FAO). This imbalance is not just unjust – it's unsustainable.🙅‍♀️

What can you do to sustain this movement? Volunteering helps move food. Donating food keeps our shelves stocked. And donating what fits your budget keeps trucks moving and fridges cold. This World Food Day, do your part in giving back to our planet.🤲

10/15/2026

Porchlight Community Services is kicking off No Empty Plates 2026.

I founded Porchlight in 2016. Today, a small group of volunteers and I continue rescuing surplus food and sharing it with our community. This Thanksgiving, we’re gathering ingredients so local families can prepare a complete meal at home, with allergy-friendly and plant-based options when requested and available.

Rescued and donated food helps, but it doesn’t always include every ingredient families need. Financial donations help us purchase what’s missing. You can also host a food drive or volunteer with us.

Donate through Givebutter or scan the QR code: https://givebutter.com/ThanksgivingNoEmptyPlates

To host a food drive, message us for the current list of needed items. Please share this post with friends, family, and local businesses.

Address

8878 Clairemont Mesa Suite F
San Diego, CA
92123

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 3pm
Tuesday	10am - 3pm
Wednesday	10am - 3pm
Thursday	2:30pm - 6pm
Friday	10am - 3pm
Saturday	1pm - 3:30pm
Sunday	1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+16198000415

Website

http://porchlightcs.org/, https://linktr.ee/Porchlightcommunity

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