FAQs

A virtual food drive lets you raise funds online instead of collecting nonperishable items in person. Supporters browse featured food items, add them to a virtual version of our red barrel, and watch their impact grow in real time.

It takes just a few minutes. Create your page, personalize it with a photo and goal, and share your link with your network. Start your virtual food drive today.

Most drives run for two to four weeks, giving supporters enough time to participate while maintaining momentum. However, the length can be customized to fit your group or event.

Absolutely. Many hosts choose to combine both for the greatest reach and impact. It’s easy to set up your in-person food drive in just a few steps.

Yes, groups can create a shared drive or set up teams, making it easy to build friendly competition and expand your collective impact.

Yes, organizations may include a matching gift component to help inspire participation by showing donors how their contributions can have an even greater impact. During setup, you'll have the opportunity to establish your match amount.

Yes, your drive page updates in real time, so you can watch your progress toward your goal as it happens.

Yes, you'll be able to see the names of donors who have not chosen to remain anonymous. To respect donor privacy, anonymous donors will not be identified, and individual donation amounts are not shared.

You'll receive a final report summarizing your drive's results within five business days of your drive's end date.

We accept payment by credit card, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Venmo, bank transfer, and DAFpay.

Yes, checks can be mailed or dropped off in person, addressed to the San Diego Food Bank with your drive's name in the memo line. Attn: Virtual Food Drive San Diego Food Bank 9850 Distribution Ave San Diego, CA 92121

Yes, the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and our federal tax ID number is 20-4374795. Your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law, and you'll receive a confirmation email you can use for your records.

We’re committed to serving those in need with both care and efficiency. Thanks to our bulk purchasing power, $1 provides 2 meals for neighbors facing hunger. Nearly 92 cents of every dollar we spend supports programs and services, with approximately 8 cents supporting administration and fundraising. Thank you for trusting us to make the most of your gift.

Yes, your drive details, including goal, description, and featured image, may be updated at any time. After logging in under Manage My Drive, select “Edit Drive” from your drive’s dashboard to make updates.

Yes, you can access both a QR code and shareable link from your drive's dashboard.

Yes, you may request an extension for any drive that has not yet concluded. To extend the end date of your drive, reach out to a member of our team at virtual@sandiegofoodbank.org for assistance.

No, you will need to register again.