D.E.S.I. — Extra Helpings Food Recovery Program

D.E.S.I.’s Extra Helpings Food Recovery Program provides free food for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. Findhelp says anyone can access the program and lists English and Spanish as service languages. The program also offers job-training opportunities for D.E.S.I. clients.

Food distributions take place twice a week at the D.E.S.I. Client Resource Center in East Los Angeles. Findhelp lists the East Los Angeles office at 646 South Atlantic Boulevard, East Los Angeles, California 90022. Email jason@desisocal.org for program information, or call the listed office at 323-780-1920. Distribution days and pickup times are not specified; contact D.E.S.I. before traveling. Office opening hours are not food-distribution hours.

This information is based on the Extra Helpings Food Recovery Program entry on Findhelp, last reviewed there on October 22, 2026. Explore NHREA’s California assistance guide and Federal Assistance page for other resources.