FOOD & ASSISTANCE
Food Pantries
HEMET
Salvation Army - Food & Nutrition Programs, emergency financial assistance, emergency shelter, transitional housing, disaster services.
340 S. Palm Avenue Hemet, CA 92543
951-791-9497
http://www.salvationarmyusa.org/
Community Pantry - Provides three days food and some utility assistance up to four times a year. Bring bags, income information, ID, and SSI. Hours are Monday-Thursday 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
191 S. Columbia St. Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 929-1101
http://valleycommunitypantry.org/
First Presbyterian Church - Provides a sack lunch 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
515 E. Kimball Ave. Hemet, CA
(951) 658-7153
Grace Chapel - Distributes groceries as available to those in need on a first come first serve basis.
362 N. Buena Vista St. Hemet, Ca 92545
http://gracechapelhemet.weebly.com/
Hemet Seventh Day Adventist Church - Community services assistance program gives out clothing, household items, and emergency food. May return after 90 days if still in need. Hours: Tuesdays 9 am - 12pm
27025 S Girard St Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 929-2632
http://www.hemetadventist.org/
Valle Vista Assembly of God Community Food Program - Free government food distribution on the 4th Saturday of each month (call first) for low income residents of specified zip codes (92543, 92544, 92545, 92582, and 92583). Bring your own box/bags. Always call to confirm food distribution date. ID is required.
45252 E Florida Ave (Hwy 74) Hemet, Ca 92544
(951) 927-6868
LAKE ELSINORE
HOPE Food Pantry- Provides food, clothing, and shelter to people in need. Food distribution is provided to every client one time per month. Please bring a current Photo ID, address verification, and proof of income. Hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
506 W. Minthorn St. Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
(951) 245-7510
MENIFEE
Impact Church - Help with utilities
29697 New Hub Dr Suite A, Menifee, CA 92586
Menifee Valley Community Cupboard - Food distribution center and thrift shop. Food distribution M-F 10am- 12pm
Food Distribution Center - 26808 Cherry Hills Blvd.
(951) 301-4414
Thrift Shop - 26944 Cherry Hills Blvd. (951) 672-3078
MORENO VALLEY
Catholic Charities - Provides emergency food, shelter, utility, and rental assistance when funding is available.
21250 Box Springs Rd. Suite 206 Moreno Valley, CA 92557
(951) 784-5020
MURRIETA
Birth Church & Aspire to Inspire Community Program - Free food every 2nd & 4th Sunday following service
29920 Hunter Rd. Murrieta , CA 92563
(951) 457-2712
Community Care Program (The Bridge Church) - Food, clothing & hygiene - They distribute Free food in a drive up / pick up fashion in order to keep everyone comfortable with social distancing guide lines.
The Community Care entrance is located in the back of The Bridge Church building.
There are no qualifications that have to be met for someone to receive food.
Sundays at 11:00-12:00 PM.
38801 Calistoga Drive, Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 600-9112 ext. 100
http://thebridgechurch.tv/community-care/
Community Food Pantry of Murrieta - Distributes to families in Murrieta, Winchester, and the French Valley Corridor at no charge. They also provide financial worksheets to assist families in organizing finances, offer a Kiosk Center for clients to access EDA Work Force Development, local jobs, DPSS online access for CARE & HEAP utiliity programs, and more. Registration Hours: Wed - Thurs 8am - 10am, Food Distribution: Wed - Thurs 6:30 am - 10am
39493 Los Alamos Road, Suite A, Murrieta Ca 92563
(951) 677-6347
http://www.communityoutreachofmurrieta.com
Compassion Community Greater Works Church - Food bank 1st and third Sunday of the month. Registration 8-8:30AM/Food Distribution at 1PM.
25823 Jefferson Ave Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 595-2288
Salvation Army - Food assistance and emergency financial assistance for rent and utilities when funds are available.
40270 Los Alamos Road Murrieta, CA 92560
(951) 677-1324
http://inlandempire.salvationarmy.org/inland_empire
PERRIS
The Concerned Family
Mead Valley Community Center 19450 Clark St, Perris, CA 92570
(951) 657-5400
CalWorks- Perris Dpt. of Social Services
(951) 940-6600
Perris WIC - Women, Infant & Children
(800) 455-4942
SAN JACINTO
Community of Christ - Sundays 7:30-9:30 AM
719 E Main St. San Jacinto
San Jacinto Assembly of God - Last Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm
157 N. Ramona Bl., San Jacinto
(951) 654-0886
TEMECULA
Circle of Care - Food distribution Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:30am - bring your own bag.
26090 Ynez Rd, Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 973-3582
Community Mission of Hope - Helps those in need toward the goal of self-sufficiency. CMoH provides tangible help, through food and hygiene products, as well as compassionate mentorship for the social, physical, financial and spiritual needs of local individuals and families. Also offers case management & housing assistance.
Food Box Distribution - Monday - Friday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm (Closed on major holidays)
41760 Rider Way Temecula, CA 92590
(951) 444-1404
http://www.communitymissionofhope.com
Western Eagle Foundation -Project Food Box for $25, you can get a supply of food that will feed a family of four, 2 meals a day each, for an entire week & a bargain store.
40940 County Center Dr, Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 695-7206
WILDOMAR
Lakeview Chapel - Food distribution every 2nd & 4th Friday
32700 Mission Trail Wildomar
Wildomar Gracepoint Church - Gracepoint 5&2 Food distribution every 2nd & 4th Saturday
21400 Canyon Dr. Wildomar
Food Stamps/Public Benefits
Department of Social Services - Services include self-sufficiency, CalWorks, GAIN, Medi-Cal, and CalFresh
(877) 410-8827
541 N. San Jacinto, Hemet
1400 Minthorn St. Lake Elsinore
201 Redlands Ave. Perris
43264 Business Park Drive #B-1 Temecula, CA 92590
Apply Online: c4yourself.com
(877) 847-3663 (Food), (877) 410-8827 for nearest office locations
calfreshfood.org or to apply: getcalfresh.org
Social Security Administration Office/Medicare - M-F 9AM-4PM 3095 W Devonshire, Hemet
(800) 772-1213
Supplemental Food Programs
California Women, Infants, & Children (WIC) - Provides extra food for those who qualify which may include those who are pregnant, breastfeeding an infant less than 12 months old, those with children under the age of 5 (including foster children and grandparents raising children), and those receiving Medi-Cal, food stamps,SNAP, TANF, FDPIR and meet income requirements.
To find out if you qualify, visit www.rivhero.com or call 855-RIV-HERO
or visit myfamily.wic.ca.gov
Free Tax Assistance Program
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) - The Community Action Partnership provides a free tax preparation Program that helps low to moderate income filers (incomes less than $54k). During tax season, there are FREE sites across Riverside county staffed by IRS Certified Volunteers. The program is beneficial for taxpayers who file 1040, 1040A, and 1040EZ, low to moderate income families, persons with disabilities, limited English speaking taxpayers, and senior citizens.
30045 Technology Dr. Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 304-5680
http://www.capriverside.org/program/volunteerincometaxassistance
Utility Assistance
SCE CARE/FERA Program - Provides a monthly discount on electric rates for low income household relief.
You can qualify for CARE if you or someone in your home participates in at least one of the eligible public assistance programs listed below.
Medi-Cal/Medicaid
CalFresh/SNAP (Food Stamps)
CalWorks (TANF)/Tribal TANF
WIC
Medi-Cal for Families (Healthy Families A&B)
LIHEAP
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance
Head Start Income Eligible (Tribal Only)
(800) 655-4555
https://www.sce.com/wps/portal/home/residential/assistance/care-fera
Community Action Partnership - The utility assistance program is a one-time assistance program that helps low and moderate-income Energy individuals and families with utility payment assistance. Also provides no cost energy services to those who qualify for the low-income weatherization program such as (solar water heaters, LED light bulbs, refrigerators, heater/air conditioner, doors, windows, seal air leaks, and weather stripping).
(951) 955-4900 or (800) 511-1110
Click the link for more information and to apply.
http://www.capriverside.org/program/utilityassistanceprogram
Catholic Charities Community Outreach of Murrieta - Utility assistance, casework, emergency assistance, basic needs, counseling, immigration programs.
Tuesday - Thursday from 9am - 3pm
39429 Los Alamos Rd Ste B, Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 691-8203
For counseling programs call: (909) 763-4970 For Citizenship/Immigration programs: (909) 388-1239
https://communityoutreachofmurrieta.com/
California Lifeline Program - Eligible participants may receive a free cell phone, SIM card, and/or monthly cell phone service with unlimited talk and texting. You might qualify if you are on any one of these programs:
Medicaid/Medi-Cal
* Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
* Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
* Federal Public Housing Assistance or Section 8
* CalFresh, Food Stamps or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
* Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC)
* National School Lunch Program (NSL)
* Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
* 1. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs)
* 2. Stanislaus County Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (StanWORKs)
* 3. Welfare-to-Work (WTW)
* 4. Greater Avenues for Independence (GAIN)
* Tribal TANF
* Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance
* Head Start Income Eligible (Tribal Only)
* Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations
* Federal Veterans and Survivors Pension Benefit Program
Click below to see if you qualify and to find a local provider.
https://www.californialifeline.com/en
Perris Valley Resource Center - Please call for utility assistance information.
2055 South Perris Boulevard C1, Perris, CA 92571
(951) 443-1158
Salvation Army – Utilities, some rental/shelter assistance M-F 9AM – 11:30AM. Call for an appointment.
340 S. Palm Hemet
(951) 791-9497
SoCal Gas Company - Visit the link to find out what you qualify for! They provide services such as:
Rebates for upgrading appliances
Free home visits to check the safety of appliances
Free energy efficiency starter kits
Comprehensive mobile home program
Repairs to water heaters with on-your-bill financing plans (ex. fixing a water heater and making payments for 3 months)
(877) 238-0092
https://www.socalgas.com/save-money-and-energy/rebates-and-incentives
Valley Community Pantry - Utility & food assistance M-Thursday 9AM - 11:30AM
191 S. Columbia, Hemet
(951) 929-1101
Transportation/Bus Passes
Catholic Charities
(951) 689-1803
Department of Motor and Vehicles (DMV) - M-F 8AM-5PM
1200 S State St. Hemet
(800) 777-0133
Salvation Army
(951) 784-4490
Vehicle Assistance
AFFORDABLE AUTO INSURANCE
California's Low Cost Insurance - To be eligible for the California’s Low Cost Auto Insurance Program, or CLCA, consumers must:
Have a valid California driver’s license
Own a vehicle valued at $25,000 or less
Meet income eligibility guidelines
Be at least 16 years of age
To check for rates in your area go to mylowcostauto.com/coverage
(866) 602-8861
https://www.mylowcostauto.com/faq/english
SMOG & REPAIR ASSISTANCE
California Bureau of Automotive Repair - Under the Repair Assistance option, income-eligible consumers who meet eligibility requirements may receive up to $500 in emissions-related repairs at a STAR Test-and-Repair station after their vehicle fails its biennial Smog Check inspection.
https://www.bar.ca.gov/Consumer/Consumer_Assistance_Program/CAP_Repair_Assistance_Program.html
DONATE YOUR CAR
Habitat for Humanity - Donate your vehicle & you may qualify for a tax deduction and towing is free.
(877) 277-4344
Free Cellphones
California Phones - Every day, specialized California Phones from the California Telephone Access Program (CTAP) enable over half a million Californians to stay connected.
There's a California Phone for every need. For example, there are amplified phones that make it easier to hear conversations. Big button phones that are easier to dial. Phones with lights that flash for incoming calls. Convenient portable phones – and more. We also offer phones that are specially designed for individuals with more significant disabilities.
California Phones are available to persons who live in California, have telephone service* and your doctor approves your need. In addition to your doctor, any of the following may certify your need and sign the application form for you:
Licensed Medical Doctor (MD)
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
Licensed Physician Assistant
Licensed Audiologist
Licensed Hearing Aid Dispenser
Licensed Optometrist
Department of Rehabilitation Counselor
Superintendent/Audiologist from the California School for the Deaf Fremont/Riverside
Click HERE to find a Certifying Agent near you.
*Equipment connects to your existing telephone service. Your current telephone service charges still apply, however, the Free Specialized Telephone does not increase your service costs.
Legal Services
Central Point - Central Point is a Mental Health Resource Center. We are deeply committed to changing lived by serving others with compassion to provide support and services while nurturing lives through spiritual, emotional, educational resources to achieve awareness. Also provides Legal Resources to anyone in need of Family & Civil Law services as well as Living Trust, Credit Repair, LLC/CORP, and Contract needs. https://www.centralpointis.org/services
Fair Housing – Housing Advocacy
(800) 655-1812
Family Court
(951) 777-3147
IELLA Legal Aid Project - The Inland Empire Latino Lawyers also known as IELLA is a long-honored non-profit organization dedicated to providing legal aid to poor and low income people of our community. They offer free consultations for divorce, custody, child/spousal support, and more in the area of family law.
(951)369-3009
Inland County Legal Services - Provides legal services to low-income persons residing in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. Services include housing issues, foreclosure prevention, consumer issues, SSI, unemployment, restraining orders, probate, simple wills, health care directives, immigration, tax, bankruptcy, and more. Appointments are recommended, walk-ins available for emergencies such as domestic abuse.
1040 Iowa Ave Ste. 109 Riverside, CA 92507
(951) 320-7500 seniors
(951) 368-2555
(888) 245-4257 Toll free
Public Defenders Office
(951) 955-6000
Riverside Superior Court - M-F 7:30AM - 4PM 880 N State St., Hemet
(951) 306-3561
https://www.riverside.courts.ca.gov/
TODEC - Free immigration & Legal services - Citizenship & Fee Waiver. Free assistance for eligible applicants includes: Legal Consultation & Screening, application assistance, legal representation, study material
234 South D St Perris, Ca 92570
(951) 943-1955
Victim & Wellness Services
(951) 955-5400
Thrift Stores
2nd Hand Treasures - Store hours Tues - Sat 10-5pm. Special Discounts Thursday and Saturday 50% off entire store
39793 Avenida Acacias Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 677-0078
Victims of Crime Resources
California Attorney General's Office - Victims Service Unit - provides support, information, and assistance to victims at every stage of the criminal appeals process.
(877) 433-9069
https://oag.ca.gov/victimservices
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) - Office of Victim & Survivor Rights & Services provides assistance to victims after the defendant has been incarcerated. They can assist victims with obtaining restitution, requesting notification about custody/parole hearings, and writing impact statements.
(877) 256-6877
California Victims Compensation Program (CalVCP) - helps reimburse victims of violent crime for certain crime-related expenses. Victims have the right to apply for reimbursement losses such as: medical, funeral, relocation, income loss, and more.
(800) 777-9229
California Safe at Home - Secretary of State program provides confidential P.O. Box addresses to victims of domestic violence/stalking to help victims maintain privacy and anonymity.
(877) 322-5227
www.sos.ca.gov/registries/safe-home/
Victims' Legal Resource Center (VLRC) - provides assistance finding local resources such as counseling, shelters, advocacy, and more to victims of crime.
(800) 842-8467
Victim Information and Notification Everyday (VINE) - provides victims with notifications regarding a defendant's custody status.
(877) 411-5588
Identity Theft
Identitytheft.gov - Provides detailed advice to help you fix problems caused by identity theft, along with the ability to:
Get a personal recovery plan that walks you through each step
Update your plan and track your progress
Print pre-filled letters & forms to send to credit bureaus, businesses, and debt collectors
Burial Assistance for Children
The Unforgettables Foundation - Assists grieving families with finances to help them afford a timely and dignified funeral for their child.
Other Resources
Assessors-County Clerk-Recorder - Birth certificates M-F 8AM-4:30PM
880 N. State St B-6 Hemet, CA
(951) 766-2500
Resource Information
California 211 - Health and human service information - 24 hours, 7 days a week Dial 2-1-1 www.211california.org