Sovereign Ministries
New Hope's local missions work. Two free food pantries, one in Calwa and one on our church campus, plus seasonal backpack and bike drives. The food is free for any family or individual who needs it, and you do not need an ID.
When and where to come.
The food is free. Come to whichever location is easier for you.
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1st Saturdayof the month
8 to 10 AM
New Hope Community Church, Clovis
A drive-through in the church parking lot at 4620 E Nees Ave. Stay in your car and we load it for you.
Or until the food runs out.
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2nd and 4th Wednesdaysof the month
8:15 to 11:30 AM
Calwa, South Fresno
Refinery Church East, 4744 E Church Ave, Fresno 93725. Look for the blue tents. Drive up or walk up.
Or until the food runs out.
Need food today? Call 2-1-1. They keep a list of food pantries across Fresno County and can tell you which ones are open. Food pantry details
Fresh food, packed by volunteers.
Food from the Central California Food Bank and from local donations.
Volunteers sort and box it on the fourth Tuesday of each month, then hand it out at both pantries, car by car and table by table.
Beyond the pantry.
Each year Sovereign also runs seasonal drives for kids in Calwa.
- 100backpacks sent to Calwa kids in 2024
Watch Pastor Mark's Friday Email for the next backpack or bike drive.
Pick your morning.
No experience needed. Come on your own or bring your family. There is a job for most ages and most abilities.
New Hope Community Church is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization (EIN 94-2577940). Your gift is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Please consult your tax advisor for guidance specific to your situation.
Packing
4th Tuesday of the month, 9 to 11 AM. Sorting and boxing non-perishable food. Please sign up ahead of time so we know how many hands to expect.
Sign up to volunteerPantry morning
1st Saturday of the month, 8 to 10 AM, at the church. There is food to hand out, traffic to direct, and families to check in.
Sign up to volunteerGive
Give through New Hope to the Sovereign Ministries fund.
Give to Sovereign Ministries
Questions?
Call the church office at (559) 297-7362 or write office@newhopechurch.net.