Veterans Food Pantry

Healthy meals are an essential need for the veterans in our transitional housing program.

Nurturing Health and Hope

Wounded Warrior Homes has partnered with North Country Food Bank and Feeding San Diego to provide veterans with the critical supplies needed to aid their transition. Our fully stocked food pantry for veterans is primarily dedicated to those already enrolled in our program. We provide a range of items, available on a first-come-first-served basis, to support the nutritional needs of our community.

Our veteran pantry operates with funds received from private donors, community grants, and community food drives. Our pantry features healthy options which include protein, dairy, and fresh produce for participating veterans. Veterans can also find hygiene and cleaning products that may not fall in their household budget. Our veteran pantry is available by appointment only to provide veterans with a comfortable shopping experience.

Food insecurity in veterans is a challenge that extends beyond hunger—it's a barrier to health, stability, and well-being. At Wounded Warrior Homes, we're dedicated to not just feeding veterans but nurturing their overall health and hope for a better future. We recognize the critical link between nutrition and health. Inadequate nutrition can lead to a range of chronic health issues, which is one of several challenges that veterans can encounter. Our mission strives to offer nutritionally balanced food options that support physical and mental well-being, helping to mitigate the risk of health complications.

How Can You Get Involved In Our Veterans Food Assistance Program

Food donations are a great way to support our program. We accept all forms of packaged/sealed food and are equipped for refrigerated and frozen storage as well as for shelf-stable items. By providing our veterans with day to day essentials, we can make their transition even more successful. Please see the flyer below for items that our veterans need.

Pantry Needs

  • PROTEIN SHAKES & POWDERS - SHELF STABLE (VERY POPULARI)

  •   CANNED PROTEIN - TUNA/CHICKEN

  •   READY MADE MEAL PACKETS - COOKED RICE/PASTA TO MICROWAVE

  •   PASTA SAUCES - RED, WHITE, VEGGIE

  •   RICE-A-RONI TYPE NOODLES

  •   BREAKFAST FOODS - CEREALS/INDIVIDUAL FLAVORED OATMEAL PACKETS

  •   GRANOLA BARS, TRAIL MIX, SNACK PACKS

  •   BREADS - SANDWICH, BUNS, ROLLS

  •   PANCAKE/WAFFLE MIX & SYRUP

  •   ZIPLOC BAGS OF ALL SIZES

  •   CONDIMENTS - MAYO, KETCHUP, SALSA, HOT SAUCE, MUSTARD, RANCH

  •   COOKIES AND CRACKERS

  •   DRINKS - GATORADE, JUICE, FLAVORED WATER, ICED TEA, V8

  •   DRINK POWDER PACKETS - PROPEL, POWERADE, GATORADE, CRYSTAL LIGHT

  •   HYGIENE ITEMS - BODY WASH, TOOTHPASTE, SOAP, SHAMPOO, DEODORANT, RAZORS

  •   JELLY/JAM - STRAWBERRY AND GRAPE

  •   LAUNDRY DETERGENT PODS/ FABRIC SOFTENER/DRYER SHEETS

  •   MAC & CHEESE - BOXED AND INDIVIDUAL SERVINGS

  •   PROGRESSO SOUP & CHILI

  •   PEANUT BUTTER

  •   COFFEE PODS/K-CUP

  •   CUP OF NOODLES/RAMEN NOODLES

  •   CLEANING SUPPLIES - DISH SOAP, WINDEX, SPRAY CLEANERS, WIPES

  •   AMAZON, COSTCO, TARGET OR WALMART GIFT CARDS

PLEASE CALL 760-205-5050 TO SCHEDULE DELIVERY OR PICK UP.

THANK YOU FOR HELPING US STOCK OUR PANTRY FOR VETERANS!

Wounded Warrior Homes is also a proud partner and supporter of the Helen Woodward Animal Center’s AniMeals program. AniMeals provides food to the animals owned by the veterans in our program.

Food Donations for Veterans' Pets

Gratitude for Our Donors' Support

Our heartfelt thanks go to all the donors who generously support the provision of food for veterans through our pantry. Your contributions are more than donations; they are a lifeline that ensures nutritious and wholesome meals reach those who've served our country. Every donation reinforces our ability to uphold this vital service. Your unwavering support not only fills pantries but also fuels the spirit of our veteran community, reflecting a profound commitment to their well-being and dignity.