OUR IMPACT

The need is growing faster than we can grow.

Santa Barbara County has one of the highest poverty rates in California, and in two years the need we see has grown 600%. When a bag broke open at one of our drops, people ran into the street after the tomatoes. At one site, staff began putting stickers on the bags so they would reach the families they were meant for.

Right now 170 families are waiting for a spot.

170

families on the waitlist. Every bag we add is a family that eats clean food this week.

Help a family off the waitlist →

5,000

full meals every week

1,500+

people fed each week, across the county

150+

delivery locations every week

7

years of weekly deliveries without stopping

170

families on our waitlist today

“Last year I unfortunately lost my main source of income. As I juggle multiple odd jobs, I am not at the level that I was. Sweet Wheel Farm has been a godsend. I reached out and immediately they were there to help. Providing fruits and vegetables has allowed me to cover my rent, utilities and gasoline expenses since my grocery bill has been drastically reduced. My situation is a bit embarrassing, yet they have been discreet and respectful. I am so grateful for their generosity.”

R.D., FOOD RECIPIENT

Margaret S. skin cancer and other health complications. Margaret is a Sweet Wheel Farm food recipient.

Sandy K. is currently fighting cancer. Sandy is a Sweet Wheel Farm food recipient.

Kristin B. is a mother of 3. Kristin and her daughters are Sweet Wheel Farm food recipients.

IN THEIR OWN WORDS

Hear from the families we serve

Families who receive our weekly bags share what fresh, clean food has meant to them.

Listen to hear testimonies from our food recipients. Video originally shown at the 2024 VNA Health’s annual Mother’s Day luncheon as our founder, Leslie Person Ryan, was honored