Lake Lunches

Lake Lunches is a food ministry of . Serving over 300 lunches twice a week to the hungry and unsheltered no questions asked in the areas surrounding Lake Merritt. We also offer a selection of toiletries and warm clothing. Volunteers are needed to assist in preparing & packing lunches and walking the lake area nearby to distribute the meals. The lunches and toiletries are delivered on Tuesdays and Thursdays using wagons pulled by volunteers. Our delivery route takes about an hour and is approximately 1.5 miles roundtrip. Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes. An experienced volunteer will guide you.

Mondays weekly - 2-4 pm: Lunch preparation, 12 volunteers needed

HOLIDAY PREP SCHEDULE: Prep will not take place on Dec 25 and Jan 1. Instead, lunch preparation will take place on Tuesday, Dec 26 and Friday Dec 29 from 9-11 am

Tuesdays and Thursdays weekly - 11:30 am-1:30 pm: Lake Walk Lunch distribution, 4 volunteers needed

Tuesdays: 12:45-1:30 pm: Curbside Lunch distribution - 2 volunteers needed (Cantonese speaking helpful but not required)

Food resources are generously sourced through donations Lucky Grocery and through our partnership with Alameda County Community Food Bank and other community members. If you are a food vendor and would like to discuss a food recovery partnership please reach out to [email protected].

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More ways to help!

• Donate to our food programs on a one-time or recurring basis.
• Donate to Hygiene Kit Supply Drive
• Stay tuned for the 9th Annual Lift Concert in spring of 2024
• Become a food recovery partner.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Lake Merritt United Methodist Church, 1330 Lakeshore Avenue, Oakland, United States