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The Santee Food Bank has been a community partner since 1983, providing residents in need with temporary food assistance. We are a wholly independent, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that partners with local resources to serve approximately 400-450 families and senior residents each month. Our mission is to alleviate food insecurities within the community.

We have 25-30 core volunteers who generously give their time and collectively donate approximately 16,000 hours a year. Never in its history has anyone ever been paid to serve. The organization is a true all-volunteer community effort. All monetary donations support the mission of the Santee Food Bank.

Board Members:

  • Dennis Martins, President
  • Marty Smothermon, Vice President / Site Manager
  • Donna Daum, Treasurer
  • Vic Bermudes, Board Member
  • Tom Fletcher, Board Member
  • Pastor Andreas Walker-Thode, Board Member
  • Gina Kasten, Board Member
  • Ray Patino, Board Member