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Monday 10am - 12pm 1pm - 4pm Tuesday 10am - 12pm 1pm - 4pm Wednesday 10am - 12pm 1pm - 4pm Thursday 10am - 12pm 1pm - 4pm Friday 10am - 12pm 1pm - 4pm

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Catholic Charities in Santa María, a program of CCLA, Inc.

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CC SM (CCLA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, public benefit corporation. We are an equal opportunity provider.

Our efforts are focused on helping those most in need in the community in which we serve.

09/29/2026

🌍 Theology Tuesday: Last Thursday, , we posted Dolly Parton’s iconic lyric: "Working 9 to 5, what a way to make a living, barely getting by, it's all taking and no giving."

Dolly perfectly captured the exhausting reality of an economy that treats people like parts in a machine. But Catholic theology offers a radical alternative.

In his encyclical on labor, Pope John Paul II turned the world's logic upside down. He insisted that the economy exists to serve people, not the other way around. When a job leaves families "barely getting by," it fails its moral purpose. A just wage isn't just a paycheck—it is a matter of basic justice required to protect human dignity.

🌊 Looking Ahead to Thursday: Since we are in the , we are going to look at this idea from another perspective this Thursday. We will dive into pop culture to look at how a broken system doesn't just "take" from workers—it takes from our earth and our water supply, too.

Plus, we will have your weekly reminder for our Friday Farmer's Market-Style Free Food Distribution to ensure our community gets the "giving" and nourishment it deserves! 🧺

09/29/2026

📢 Registration Required

Have you seen our turquoise wind screens with the hand-sprayed gold stars at the center?

We created those so that when you walk onto the property at 232 N. Benwiley Ave., you feel shielded and cared for, as if Our Lady of Guadalupe is wrapping her mantle around you.

Just like those screens shield you from the elements, our registration process helps protect our program's funding. When we ask for household IDs, proof of address, and income information, it is not to judge you or turn you away. We collect this information to demonstrate to program funders and accreditors why Santa Maria continues to need these resources.

By taking a few minutes to register, you help us keep thousands of pounds of free food coming to our neighborhood. Thank you for partnering with our small team to keep Santa Maria resilient! 🌟🌾

✅ All clients must complete the registration process before receiving services. Please note that submitting an application alone does not mean you are fully registered. Required verification documents must be submitted and reviewed.

✅ Once all required documents have been received and approved, you may receive a digital or physical client card.

🗓 Registration Hours • Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
• 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Please review the flyer for a list of required documents. We look forward to serving you! 💙

09/25/2026

Today is , and we stand with the hard-working families of North Santa Barbara County who pour out their “service and devotion” every single day, yet are still fighting to get ahead. 💼✨ Inflation and low wages hit our community hard, but our community is tougher. ✊❤️

To help ease the strain on your wallet, Catholic Charities in Santa María is hosting our Free Friday Farmer’s Market Food Distribution today! 🍅🥦

📍 Where: 232 North Benwiley Ave, Santa Maria, CA
⏰ When: Today from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Come see us and take home fresh, healthy food for you and your loved ones - because you deserve a community that has your back. See you there! 🥦❤️

09/21/2026

“You get a box! And YOU get a box! EVERYBODY IS GETTING A BOX!” 🍅📦
We have been busy all week getting ready for our farmer’s market-style, free food distribution tomorrow, Friday, September 18!
🕒 Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Santa María de Guadalupe Center (232 North Benwiley Ave., Santa María, CA 93458)
Come visit us at our new, walkable neighborhood resiliency center! We will be distributing a huge variety of food, including:
🥦 Fresh Produce: Fruits and vegetables (including today’s delivery of beautiful, fresh red tomatoes!)
🌾 Grains & Proteins
🧀 Dairy & Mixed Dishes
🥨 Processed & Packaged Snacks
🧂 Condiments & Cooking Staples
⚠️ Important Reminders for Attendees:
🛍️ Bring your own bags and carts! We are distributing a lot of food, so you will need a way to carry it all home.
🚗 No on-site parking: To ensure everyone's safety, this is a walkable site with no parking available on the property.
Check out the photos below to see the stacks of boxes and gorgeous tomatoes waiting for you. See you tomorrow! 👇

09/21/2026

🦷✨ HEALTHY SMILES, HEALTHY FUTURES DENTAL EVENT! ✨🦷

Does your child have a regular dentist? If they have never been to the dentist, or don't currently have a primary dental home, join Catholic Charities at the Santa María de Guadalupe Center for our community health resource day!

We are hosting our Healthy Smiles, Healthy Futures initiative, teaming up with the wonderful Dr. Alice Barky, DDS to provide free visual dental exams and oral health assessments for children right here in our neighborhood. If your child needs further treatment, we will also provide trusted care referrals to help you find a permanent dental home!

🗓️ Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Catholic Charities - Santa María de Guadalupe Center
🏠 Address: 232 N. Benwiley Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93458
🌾 Held outdoors during our weekly farmers-market style food distribution event!

📋 Note for Families: This event is 100% free and open to registered clients! If you and your family are new to the center, please come today, Thursday, September 17th until 5 PM to enroll. To protect your child's care and meet medical registration and clinic regulations, parents/guardians will fill out a quick check-in form and clinical registry upon arrival.

Walk-ins are welcome! Drop by between 1 and 3 PM while picking up your FREE groceries. Let's make sure our kids are set up for a lifetime of healthy growth and happy smiles!

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232 North Benwiley Avenue
Santa Maria, CA
93458

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 12pm
	1pm - 4pm
Tuesday	10am - 12pm
	1pm - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 12pm
	1pm - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 12pm
	1pm - 4pm
Friday	10am - 12pm
	1pm - 4pm

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