FOOD NETWORK
Serving all Santa Clara County
The Food Community Support Network provides a means of communication and information sharing for organizations involved in the food system in Santa Clara County throughout the disaster cycle. This network can help organizations find funding for mitigation, conduct training/exercises for disaster readiness, strengthen communication during disaster response, and facilitate collaboration during disaster relief and recovery efforts, when food insecurity may be exacerbated and capacity impeded.
RESPONSE RESOURCES
During an active disaster important information, announcements, and links will appear here.
Current Status:
Disaster status and important links will added here during active emergencies
Report Disaster Impacts
Note: This page is password protected, contact the CADRE duty officer below to receive access.
Find or Share Any Resource
Note: Nonprofits can sign their organizations up by clicking the “register your organization” link at the top right of the website.
Watch the Recovers Training Video for more information or contact the CADRE duty officer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
Find Food Distribution Sites
Connect with Food Recovery Organizations
Connect to CADRE 24/7 During Emergencies:
Duty Officer Phone: (408) 622-0822
Duty Officer Email: [email protected]
PREPAREDNESS RESOURCES
Food Organization Preparedness
Food Organizations Disaster Preparedness
Resources for Food Organizations
Cal-Fresh – Financial assistance for purchasing food to low-income California residents
Disaster Cal-Fresh – Expansion of Cal Fresh benefits during disasters
Faith & Food – A Guide to Religious Dietary Requirements
Food Recovery Initiative of Joint Venture – Making the Most of Surplus Food
Food Recovery Council of the Silicon Valley – Connecting surplus food to local nonprofits. The list of nonprofits on the Matching Tool often have food to distribute to other nonprofits as well. Want to be listed on the tool so that your organization can receive donations directly from businesses? Reach out to Joint Venture.
FoodRecovery.org – Connecting surplus food to nonprofits during catastrophic disasters that need nationwide support
Food System Alliance – Meets regularly to discuss the County’s food system and promote a sustainable food system in the South Bay.
Santa Clara County Food Safety – Food safety resources
Santa Clara County Food Recovery Program – SB 1383 food recovery compliance for nonprofits and institutions.
Second Harvest Food Bank – Resources for feeding partners
Second Harvest Flyer – Second Harvest services information in English, Spanish, Chinese, & Vietnamese
USDA Local Food Directories – Comprehensive list farmer’s markets, farmstands, and other local food near you.
Guidance
American Red Cross Handbook, Feeding Operations Section (Chapter 9)
Animals in Food Facilities – Santa Clara County
California Retail Food Code 2019
Code Date Guidelines for Partner Agencies – Second Harvest. Guidelines to understand when to use or dispose of food based on expiration date and where they can be found
Food Allergens Guidance – Santa Clara County
Food Safety Manual – Santa Clara County
Food Safety Tips – Second Harvest | Spanish | Vietnamese
Food Safety Training – Second Harvest
Grocery Rescue Donation Guidelines – Second Harvest
Power Outage Food Safety Guidance – Santa Clara County
Post-Fire Food Safety Guidance – Santa Clara County
Post-Flood Food Safety Guidance – Santa Clara County
Protocols for Safe Food Donation
Retail Food Operations Compliance – Santa Clara County
Second Harvest Handout – When Should I Eat This | Spanish | Chinese | Vietnamese
USDA Foods Program Disaster Manual
Forms and Templates
Continuity Of Operations Plan Template – Cal OES (Word)
Continuity Of Operations Plan Template – Santa Clara County (PDF):
FEMA 214 Form: Log disaster response activities
Template Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Alternate Facilities – Second Harvest
USDA EFA7 2021 Form: Client check-in form for sites receiving USDA food – Second Harvest
Plans
Santa Clara County Food Systems Workplan – Published May 2021. Currently under revision
Food & Feeding Resources
More to come!
Hint: Donate cash to local organizations. Their bulk order purchasing power makes dollars go farther!
CalFresh Frequently Asked Questions
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
City of Sunnyvale
2-1-1 Food information
Silicon Valley Food Recovery
Statewide Foodbank Finder
Businesses Preparedness
Donation Management
Donations Management Presentation Summary
Donated Goods Template
Volunteer Hours Template
Faith Based Preparedness
NAMI FaithNet is an interfaith resource network of NAMI members, friends, clergy and congregations of all faith traditions who wish to encourage faith communities who are welcoming and supportive of persons and families living with mental illness.
Centers for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships
Dept of Homeland Security
Dept of Housing and Urban Development
Dept of Health and Human Services
Dept of Veteran Affairs
Dept of Education
Agency for International Development
Emergency Planning for Faith-Based Organizations
Developing EOPs for Houses of Worship
EOP Template Security Community Network
Six Steps to Enhance Security Against Targeted Violence
Infographic for "Six Steps"
Practical Solutions - Hacking Christianity Blog
Spirituality In a Time of Crisis - Interfaith Panel Series
Considerations for Faith Bases Organizations
Faith Based Community Checklist
Finding Your Disaster Mission for Faith Organizations 09/29/22
This presentation was not recorded. Each presenter spoke about their current disaster mission and they are resources to help you develop your own mission. The PowerPoint deck lists many different opportunities to serve the community. If you have questions or would like to be included in the joint CADRE/Red Cross Faith Resource Directory, email us at [email protected].
The Power of Faith in Disasters
Vulnerability Assessments 08/24/22
Remember:
NOFO or State Supplemental references Federal CSNSGP Grant
RFP references State CSNSGP Grant
We recommend you do the assessment even if you are not planning to apply for the grant. It’s great information and will improve your safety awareness.
NCRIC Private Sector Program Membership: https://ncric.org/privatesectorpartnerprogram To Join the NCRIC as a Private Sector Partner: Go to www.ncric.ca.gov Click on the “Join Us” tab located on the tool bar Select “Private Sector Partner” from the drop-down list
Click the red “Submit Application” button located in the right column Complete and submit the application
Vulnerability Assessment Worksheet
Meeting RecordingForms to Document Disaster Relief Efforts
Volunteer Management
ABOUT THE NETWORK
OVERVIEW OF CADRE’S SUPPORT NETWORKS:
The food network is one of 20 networks CADRE is developing to facilitate communication for nongovernmental organizations in Santa Clara County throughout the disaster cycle. These networks are broken up by different community services and functions to allow for more focused communication. The networks are designed to give organizations a way to quickly find and share information, collaborate, and communicate, before, during, and after disaster. Fill out the short Network Sign Up Form to ensure that you are included in updates about the networks you are interested in joining.
FOOD NETWORK UPDATES:
The Food Support Network is fully developed, hosting quarterly meetings and maintaining the communication tools described below. During the first meeting of each year, the food Network hosts a table top exercise to test out communication tools. The network is actively trying to increase participation, as the larger the network is, the more effective it will be in building connections and supporting organizations throughout the disaster cycle.
FOOD NETWORK COMMUNICATION TOOLS:
1.) Webpage – This webpage and the forms, lists, and map within it will be updated regularly and used for continuous coordination and information sharing during disasters.
2.) WhatsApp Group – For live chat communication at the onset of a disaster, to provide major disaster announcements including meeting expansion, and urgent updates and requests. This group will also be used to conduct welfare checks, allowing organizations to quickly share information about disaster impacts and immediate needs.
- Link to join: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FSo880MjMGsLREFnS6jAZ8
3.) Meetings – The Food Support network holds one-hour quarterly meetings. . During disasters, meetings will be expanded at the network leadership’s discretion and by request. Due to increased feeding needs, the network is currently meeting monthly.
Communication Exercise 1/15/26 10:00am-11:30am via Zoom
Next Meeting 1/21/26 2:00-2:30pm via Zoom. Register here: hthttps://cadresv.org/event/the-wet-weather-response-drill/tps://cadresv.org/event/food-support-network-check-in-2/
Past Meeting Recordings: Most meeting recordings are not published and meeting notes are typically shared via email after each meeting. Jin the network to receive these emails by contacting [email protected] or taking the questionnaire below.
- June 2024 Food Network Meeting
- September 2024 Food Network Meeting
- January 2025 Food Network Meeting/TTX
- July 2025 Food Network Meeting
4.) Back up methods of communication for the Food Network will include emails, phone and in person meetings, and utilization of Ham Radio and/or information centers in the case of technological challenges during an emergency. These backups are still being developed.
GET INVOLVED:
- Fill out this questionnaire for your organization: https://forms.gle/3ZKewgrR8tujXsFq5
- Contact CADRE’s Emergency Manager, Luna Mohammad at [email protected]
- American Red Cross
- Archdiocese of San Francisco (ADSF)
- CalDART
- California Civil Air Patrol
- California Highway Patrol
- CalOES
- Catholic Charities
- CERT
- City of Cupertino
- City of Milpitas
- City of San Jose
- Community Leader/CADRE Translator
- Community Legal Services of East Palo Alto
- County of Santa Clara Health System
- Evergreen Islamic Center
- Farmworker Caravan & CasaQ
- FoodRecovery.org
- Gavilan College
- HomeFirst
- Hope’s Corner
- Hunger at Home
- ICNA Relief
- India Currents
- Jewish Family and Children’s Services
- Joint Venture Food Recovery
- Korean American Community Services
- LifeMoves – Opportunity Services Center
- Loaves & Fishes Family Kitchen
- Martha’s Kitchen
- Peninsula Food Runners
- Recovery Café San Jose
- RePlate
- Salaam Food Pantry
- Salvation Army Western territory
- San Andreas Regional Center
- San Jose Conservation Corps and Charter School
- Santa Clara County
- Santa Clara County Office of Emergency Management
- Santa Clara County Social Services Agency
- Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
- Sewa International
- Silicon Valley Council of Nonprofits
- Sourcewise
- South Palo Alto Food Closet
- StandUp For Kids
- Sunnyvale Community Services
- Sunnyvale DPS
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
- The Health Trust
- The Q corner
- Tzu Chi Foundation
- United Way
- Valley Health Center
- Valley Verde
- Veggielution
- WeHope
- West Valley Community Services
