Valley Food Bank

What Valley Food Bank does

Valley Food Bank (legal name Rescue Mission Alliance Valley Food Bank) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit hunger-relief organization founded in 2001 and headquartered in Pacoima, California, operating as an outreach ministry of the parent Rescue Mission Alliance. The organization functions as a centralized food collection, processing, and distribution hub for the San Fernando Valley and surrounding Southern California communities, distributing over 2.1 million canned and dry goods and over 2.5 million pounds of fresh produce, dairy, and other perishables annually to more than 180,000 food-insecure individuals and families.

The operating model is community-led and built on a network of 180+ church- and nonprofit-based food pantries that provide last-mile distribution at no charge to end recipients. Volunteers supply approximately 75% of the labor required to operate warehouse and distribution functions, while 74% of food donations are sourced from local businesses including grocery stores, restaurants, and food manufacturers. Logistical infrastructure consists of a central Pacoima warehouse (~5,000 sq ft back-of-house), a refrigerated van awarded by LA Regional Food Bank in October 2024, two Super Thrift Stores in North Hollywood and Reseda that generate operating revenue and vocational opportunities, and a forthcoming solar panel installation projected to save approximately $4,800 annually.

Revenue streams include individual monetary donations (including the Miracle Partners recurring monthly program), corporate and community partnerships, in-kind food donations, thrift-store retail proceeds, and grant awards from foundations such as LA Regional Food Bank, Home Depot Foundation, and Morongo Band of Mission Indians. The organization holds financial-integrity certifications from ECFA, Citygate Network (Certified Excellent), and Charity Navigator (4-star rating). It is part of the broader Rescue Mission Alliance family that includes regional operations in Antelope Valley, Central Coast, and Ventura County; financial figures are not publicly disclosed.

Name

Valley Food Bank

Legal name

Rescue Mission Alliance

Website

https://valleyfoodbank.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Valley Food Bank is a Pacoima, California-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that distributes over 2.5 million pounds of fresh food and 2.1 million canned goods annually through a 180+ pantry network serving more than 180,000 food-insecure individuals across the San Fernando Valley.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Food Bank / Hunger Relief Services

NAICS

Community Food Services (624210), Community Food Services (62421)

akta.pro primary industry

Food Assistance & Food Banks (BPAGAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Food Assistance & Nutrition Relief (Emergency Feeding) (BPAGAAAD), Food Waste Reduction & Diversion Services (Donation, Animal Feed, Source Reduction Programs) (EUAIAEAH)

Keywords

• Food bank services
• Hunger relief programs
• Food distribution network
• Surplus food recovery
• Nonprofit food assistance

Headquarters

HQ city

Monroe

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Charitable Donations: Individual donors contribute monetary gifts of any amount to support food bank operations. Monthly recurring donations through Miracle Partners program provide ongoing stability.
2. Corporate and Community Partnerships: Corporate partners provide financial support, food donations, volunteer hours, and in-kind contributions. Partners include grocery stores, restaurants, and businesses that donate surplus food.
3. Thrift Store Proceeds: Super Thrift Stores in North Hollywood and Reseda sell donated clothing and household items, with proceeds supporting food bank operations.
4. Grant Funding: Receives grant awards from organizations such as LA Regional Food Bank and other foundations to support operations and equipment purchases.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The Rescue Mission Alliance Valley Food Bank operates a central warehouse in Pacoima, California that collects, processes, and distributes surplus food at no charge to a network of 180+ church-based and nonprofit food pantries throughout the San Fernando Valley. The organization also operates two Super Thrift Stores (North Hollywood and Reseda) whose proceeds support food bank operations, and runs multiple giving programs including the Miracle Partners monthly donation initiative.

Product overview

The Rescue Mission Alliance Valley Food Bank operates as a centralized food distribution hub in Pacoima, California that collects, processes, and distributes surplus food to a network of partner pantries throughout the San Fernando Valley. The organization offers food distribution services, manages a network of food pantries at local churches and community centers, operates two Super Thrift Stores for vocational training and revenue generation, and provides multiple giving programs including the Miracle Partners monthly donation initiative. Volunteers provide the majority of labor, processing and storing donated food for distribution to those in need.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Food Distribution Services Central warehouse operation that collects, processes, and distributes surplus food at no charge to a network of food pantries, rescue missions, and other nonprofit organizations to provide nutritious meals and food baskets to the hungry in Southern California.
• Food Pantry Network Network of food pantry locations operated in partnership with churches and community organizations throughout the San Fernando Valley, providing food distribution to individuals and families in need on different days and times.
• Super Thrift Stores Retail thrift stores in North Hollywood and Reseda that sell donated clothing and household items, with proceeds supporting food bank operations while providing affordable goods and vocational training opportunities.
• Miracle Partners Monthly Giving Program Monthly donation program allowing supporters to make recurring contributions at various levels ($75, $150, $300, $850) to support the food bank's life recovery programs and operations.
• Donation Programs Multiple giving options including monetary donations, food and hygiene item donations, vehicle donations, real estate gifts, stock donations, and estate planning to support food bank operations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Distributes over 2.1 million canned and dry goods annually
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Mental Health America of Los Angeles (MHALA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2025RMA AV has been partnering with MHALA by donating fresh food and hygiene bags to their Lancaster Community Center. The partnership supports at-risk individuals including veterans and those experiencing homelessness. RMA AV was honored with a Golden Bell Award at MHALA's annual awards ceremony.
• Chick-fil-A PalmdaleminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 April 2025Chick-fil-A employees have been serving at RMA Antelope Valley, donating both their time and food. The Community Partnership Lead found the food bank through a partnership with Northrop Grumman African American Task Group. They provide breakfast sandwiches monthly and participate in Serve Day events.
• North Valley Caring ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025RMA Antelope Valley and RMA Valley Food Bank partnered together to donate over 1,000 prepared sandwiches, chips, hygiene kits, water bottles and boxes of clothing to North Valley Caring Services for distribution to families affected by the Los Angeles County wildfires.
• LA Regional Food BankcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2024Longtime partner that selected RMA Valley Food Bank to receive a brand-new refrigerated van through a grant award. The partnership solves challenges with keeping perishable food fresh and enables distribution of more fresh produce and healthy food options to local communities.
• Amazon Local GoodcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024In 2024, RMA AV partnered with Amazon Local Good, who began routing their drivers and trucks to pick up food weekly. They've delivered over 100,000 pounds of food since July 2024, enabling food pickup from Foodbank of Southern California and Food Forward that was previously impossible due to limited drivers. Amazon Local Good also holds community service events at the warehouse.
• Grocery Stores and RestaurantscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner74% of food donations come from local businesses in the community. Many donations include fresh fruits, vegetables and dairy products. These partnerships enable the collection of surplus food that would otherwise go to waste.
• Food ManufacturerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollects overstocked or discontinued food items from food manufacturers that would otherwise go to waste. These donations are processed and distributed to those in need.
• Albertsons, Pavilions and VonsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerParticipates as a charity partner in Albertsons, Pavilions and Vons' Nourishing Neighbors program. Customers can donate at checkout and funds go directly to the Valley Food Bank.
• Morongo Band of Mission IndiansminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered to provide complete Thanksgiving meals to families in need through the food bank's distribution network.
• Hollywood Food CoalitionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Hollywood Food Coalition which has served the Hollywood community since 1987, providing nightly meals to nearly 200 people daily.
• Church and Community OrganizationscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExtensive network of church partners operating food pantries including Rock of the Valley, Panorama Baptist, First United Methodist Church of Reseda, Valley Park Church, Oasis Foursquare Church, La Voz Sylmar SDA, Lighthouse of San Fernando, and many more throughout the San Fernando Valley.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Peers

• Los Angeles Regional Food Bank — SOVA Program:

Direct peers

• Foodbank of Southern California: Regional food bank serving Southern California with a comparable model of collecting donated surplus food and distributing through a partner pantry network. Overlaps with Valley Food Bank's sourcing and distribution footprint.
• LA Regional Food Bank: The largest food bank serving Los Angeles County, directly comparable to Valley Food Bank in mission (hunger relief via food collection and distribution) and overlapping service territory. LA Regional Food Bank is also a key partner/funder to Valley Food Bank.
• Food Forward: Los Angeles-based nonprofit that rescues surplus produce from wholesalers, retailers, and farmers markets for redistribution. Direct operational peer in food recovery and fresh produce distribution in the same geography.
• Westside Food Bank: Santa Monica-based food bank collecting and distributing food through partner agencies in the greater Los Angeles area. Closely comparable in operating model (warehouse + pantry network) and Southern California geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ValleyFoodBank

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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