Dear EUSD Community,
We are aware of the impending lapse in funding for CalFresh/EBT (SNAP) benefits to families, which is scheduled to begin on November 1, 2025, due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. We understand that this interruption in benefits may cause significant challenges for many in our community, and we want to ensure that families have access to information and support during this time.
Please know that school meal programs will not be affected. EUSD will continue to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students at every school site.
We recognize that this gap in federal assistance may create hardships for some families. If your family is in need of assistance, please reach out to your school’s community liaison. Their contact information can be found on the Family Resources page on our district website.
Additionally, we have included a list of local food resources and programs available in Encinitas for families to utilize or support. We’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Vanessa Reed, parent and PTA member at Flora Vista, for sharing this list of resources.
Local Food Resources and Support Opportunities:
Community Resource Center (CRC) Encinitas
Accepts donations and provides food assistance.
https://crcncc.org/get-help/food-and-nutrition-services/
Venture Church
Food distribution every Wednesday, 7–9 a.m. (or until food runs out).
https://venturechurch.tv/events/lovethe760-food-distribution/
St. Andrews Episcopal Church
Food pantry open to all, every Thursday, 2–4 p.m. Donations can be made to the food pantry every Thursday before noon.
https://www.standrewsepiscopal.org/community-services
St. John the Evangelist Church
Food pantry every Monday, 9–11 a.m.
https://www.saintjohnencinitas.org/saint-john-food-pantry
Donations for the food pantry can be made here.
Coastal Roots Farm
“Pay-what-you-can” farm stand: Thursdays, 12–3 p.m. Sundays, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
https://coastalrootsfarm.org/farm-stand/
Donations welcome at https://coastalrootsfarm.org/general-donations/.
Interfaith Services
Food pantry on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1–4 p.m. (first come, first served).
Pantry Flyer (PDF)
Rancho Coastal Humane Society
Pet Food Bank every Saturday, 9–11 a.m.
https://rchumanesociety.org/pet-food-bank/
Feeding San Diego (Instacart Donations)
Send groceries directly to Feeding San Diego via Instacart.
https://www.instacart.com/store/list/8172687a-0daa-4045-b829-84b6ffcfcb4e
For additional resources and local supports, please see our
EUSD Community Resources Brochure.
We know this situation may cause uncertainty and stress. Let’s continue to support one another and uphold the spirit of compassion that makes Encinitas such a caring and resilient community. Together, we can ensure that no child or family goes without the support they need.
With Care,
Encinitas Union School District
