Welcome to Ukiah and Coast Community Centers and Food Bank
Our Mission
We provide assistance to members of the Ukiah and Mendocino Coast communities to meet urgent needs and promote self-sufficiency. A combination of temporary assistance, information & referrals and supportive programs help people develop solutions to the challenges of crisis and poverty.
About Us
Our services include a day shelter, food aid, emergency housing, crisis intervention, case management and referral to community services. Founded in 1971, we are a non-profit organization.
Who is Cesar Chavez and why is his picture on the web site?
A mural of Cesar Chavez was created in collaboration with local schools in 2001 which adorns the wall ouside the Ukiah Community Center and Food Bank.
Cesar Chavez was a Mexican American labor activist and leader of the United Farm Workers. During the 20th century he was a leading voice for migrant farm workers (people who move from place to place in order to find work). His tireless leadership focused national attention on these laborers' terrible working conditions, which eventually led to improvements. Read More.