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Brown Bag Program
The Brown Bag Program is a State-funded program that provides surplus and donated edible fruits, vegetables and other food products to low income individuals 60 years of age and older. The food is distributed to help supplement the nutritional needs of these older individuals. There is no fee charged to participants, although voluntary contributions can be made.
The food is distributed at various locations throughout the State. The types and amounts of food distributed vary depending on the season and other factors. Volunteers, the majority of whom are older individuals, help provide the time and energy to sort and distribute these food items, thereby gaining an increased sense of purpose and the satisfaction of helping others.
The Brown Bag Program was established in 1981 and is currently authorized under the Older Californians Act. The Area Agencies on Aging contract with local organizations to obtain food and distribute the food to California's eligible population. These foods are procured at minimal or no cost from farmers, food manufacturers, grocery stores, and food banks.
Information on the Brown Bag Program can be obtained by calling the statewide toll free line at 800-510-2020 or the local Area Agency on Aging.
