How It Works

Community Kitchen is the only free-standing hot meal program in Orange County. Individuals and families from across the community, as well as people residing at IFC’s shelters, can dine-in or pick up take-out trays. Hours of service are listed below. 

Volunteers from faith congregations, businesses, neighborhoods, civic groups, and local employers work alongside staff to prepare, serve, and clean up. Much of the food that is served is donated by local restaurants, grocery stores, campus groups, farmers, and more. IFC partners with Farmer Foodshare and other local groups to provide fresh, locally grown produce. Volunteers also help pick up, receive, sort, and store food donations.