Frequently Asked Questions

We bring healthy, wholesome meals directly to families living in unstable housing across Southern California — people who have a roof but no kitchen to cook in. We also plan to build accessible recreational spaces and soccer fields for local communities.

Our first feeding event is scheduled for April 4, 2026. We'll be preparing meals in a certified kitchen and serving them to families in need.

We have applied for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. Once approved, we will notify all donors so they can claim their tax deductions. In the meantime, we operate with full financial transparency.

Approximately 50% goes to food and ingredients, 20% to cooking supplies, 20% to transportation, and 10% to operations. We publish a full breakdown on our donate page.

Visit our Get Involved page to sign up. Kitchen volunteers work from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and serving volunteers commit to a minimum of 1 hour. Volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. No professional experience is required — just a willingness to help.

We currently serve families in the Los Angeles area, with plans to expand across Southern California.

Our meals may contain common allergens including dairy, gluten, nuts, and other ingredients. We label all meals with ingredient and allergen information. Attendees with food allergies should review meal labels before consuming. Seed to Serve LA is not liable for allergic reactions.