South County Outreach

How we help prevent hunger and homelessness in South Orange County

Housing

Our housing programs provide subsidized housing and professional case management services to local families who are homeless or on the verge of being homeless.

Food Pantry

Our Food Pantry distributes nearly one million pounds of emergency, non-perishable and fresh food to an average of 9,000 families annually.

Computer Learning Lab

Our Computer Learning Lab teaches more than 600 students annually who are unemployed and underemployed to improve their skills and increase job opportunities.

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Wish List

Check out our virtual food drive – grab an animated shopping cart and stroll through the online market choosing items for the South County Outreach food pantry. It’s a fun and simple way to be a Hunger Hero! Your donation is secure with our online system.

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Homeless Family Assessment Week

April 26, 2017

HOMELESS FAMILY ASSESSMENT WEEK May 23, 24, 25, 2017 If your family is without shelter and sleeping on the streets or in your car, FAMILY ASSESSMENT WEEK is an opportunity to connect with agencies to…

2016 Annual Report

Click here to read our 2016 Annual Report

“In the aftermath of domestic violence and the loss of my 13-year career, this year has been a year of surviving … Thank you so much for helping us put food on the table when the budget was $0!! There is nothing worse as a mother than to know that your kids’ stomachs are empty. Thanks for warming our hearts and souls with the help you provide to help us survive and recover from trauma.”
“South County Outreach has been such a blessing to me, not just for all the great food they have given but also for the [advice] I received from the homeless Prevention Case Manager, Jessica. When I came in for utility assistance I was encouraged at the age of 51 to go back to college for a degree in accounting. This is all because I met with Jessica, I have a hopeful future now.”
“A former client called to make a substantial donation. It was awesome to hear was her story. She said that she had a difficult time asking for help, yet everyone she encountered at South County Outreach treated her with respect and kindness – and gave her dignity.”
“Thank you for your assistance with food this month! It is so appreciated! The volunteers are so kind and thoughtful. Again, thank you for your generosity!
“[Our care worker] has been superior in helping me to receive the assistance that I needed. Not only did [she] go over and beyond to assist me; she helped me to see different options and and really encourage and motivated me to keep going in life. Every time I contacted her, I received prompt replies and she just really made me feel like I wasn’t alone in the situation. Since receiving rental assistance; I am now a full time employee with a great company that allows me to be financially stable again. I really appreciate and love the kind hearted donors, volunteers and everyone else that make South County Outreach such a blessing.”
“We are beginning to heal as a family and laugh as a family and make plans for the future.”
“South County Outreach has changed our lives in every way imaginable – I have a job, I have my kids with me, I have a place to live – everything’s on track.”
“South County Outreach came to my rescue so many times and gave me so many opportunities. I would not be where I am without them.”
“For me the most important part of life is family and whatever you can do to help a family it makes a change in the world.”
“Ray Havert and I lived in the same neighborhood for many years, so I was familiar with his efforts to get South County Outreach off the ground. Ray would be so pleased to know that his vision is continuing to make such a huge difference in the lives of so many needy families. It warms my heart to see clients being helped in such a tangible way. I am blessed to play even a small part.”

“In the aftermath of domestic violence and the loss of my 13-year career, this year has been a year of surviving … Thank you so much for helping us put food on the table when the budget was $0!! There is nothing worse as a mother than to know that your kids’ stomachs are empty. Thanks for warming our hearts and souls with the help you provide to help us survive and recover from trauma.”
“South County Outreach has been such a blessing to me, not just for all the great food they have given but also for the [advice] I received from the homeless Prevention Case Manager, Jessica. When I came in for utility assistance I was encouraged at the age of 51 to go back to college for a degree in accounting. This is all because I met with Jessica, I have a hopeful future now.”
“A former client called to make a substantial donation. It was awesome to hear was her story. She said that she had a difficult time asking for help, yet everyone she encountered at South County Outreach treated her with respect and kindness – and gave her dignity.”
“Thank you for your assistance with food this month! It is so appreciated! The volunteers are so kind and thoughtful. Again, thank you for your generosity!
“[Our care worker] has been superior in helping me to receive the assistance that I needed. Not only did [she] go over and beyond to assist me; she helped me to see different options and and really encourage and motivated me to keep going in life. Every time I contacted her, I received prompt replies and she just really made me feel like I wasn’t alone in the situation. Since receiving rental assistance; I am now a full time employee with a great company that allows me to be financially stable again. I really appreciate and love the kind hearted donors, volunteers and everyone else that make South County Outreach such a blessing.”
“We are beginning to heal as a family and laugh as a family and make plans for the future.”
“South County Outreach has changed our lives in every way imaginable – I have a job, I have my kids with me, I have a place to live – everything’s on track.”
“South County Outreach came to my rescue so many times and gave me so many opportunities. I would not be where I am without them.”
“For me the most important part of life is family and whatever you can do to help a family it makes a change in the world.”
“Ray Havert and I lived in the same neighborhood for many years, so I was familiar with his efforts to get South County Outreach off the ground. Ray would be so pleased to know that his vision is continuing to make such a huge difference in the lives of so many needy families. It warms my heart to see clients being helped in such a tangible way. I am blessed to play even a small part.”