2025 Government Shutdown Response - CAPK | Community Action Partnership of Kern

Government Shutdown Response

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If you are a Kern County resident who has had their CalFresh benefits affected by the Federal Government Shutdown. We are here to help!

Kern County residents may attend CalFresh focused distributions in their communities to obtain supplemental food support. To obtain these services, please bring your EBT card to distribution locations.

Locations are pending and will be listed here once approved.

Federal Employee Resources

Any affected federal employees can visit the CAPK Food Bank to obtain food support during the duration of the shutdown.

Monday - Saturday 8am-11am

CAPK Food Bank - 1807 Feliz Drive. Bakersfield, Ca

How you can Help

The shutdown has halted paychecks and paused nutrition programs, leaving families struggling to eat. Your support is critical now more than ever. Give now to help feed our neighbors in need.

Help Fill Plates During the Government Shutdown

This holiday season, many of our neighbors are feeling the impact of the federal government shutdown — and your generosity can make all the difference. You’re invited to help by donating food to support local families through our Food Bank.

Simply drive through and drop off your donations at our 520 Washington Street entrance from 8am-3pm and drop it in the labeled bin. Our team will be ready to receive your food gifts and make sure they go straight to families in need.

Every can, box, and bag of groceries helps bring comfort and nourishment to households facing uncertainty this winter. Together, we can keep tables full and hope strong across our community.

Make a Donation

No matter the donation amount, it will make a huge difference in the lives of affected Kern County residents.

Donate Your Time

You can make a real difference right now—by volunteering a few hours to pack, sort, or serve food to your neighbors in need.

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For any questions, contact us today.

300 19th Street Bakersfield, CA 93301

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