On April 14, Cerritos College hosted a drive-thru food distribution. The event was coordinated by the College’s Falcon Basic Needs Taskforce in partnership with the L.A. Regional Food Bank to help students and community members in need of food and resources amid the COVID-19 crisis. Approximately 1,300 students and community members were served with a boxed kit, including dry foods, a frozen chicken, fruit, and canned vegetables.
The event took place from 11 a.m. until about 1 p.m., with participants arriving earlier than the scheduled event. The food distribution ended when all supplies were distributed.
Sixteen Cerritos College volunteers helped distribute the kits, practicing social distancing, wearing masks, and gloves. Cerritos College Board of Trustees President Marisa Perez and Cerritos College President/Superintendent Dr. Fierro also served as volunteers.
“The overwhelming response to the food drive reminds us of how much we need to support our students and the community during this critical time,” said Perez. “We are humbled by the chance to serve our students as much as we can. COVID-19 has revealed enormous inequities for our student population that limits them from getting basic needs like groceries. We want to fill in the gaps.”
“The food distribution event is part of our promise to always keep students first,” echoed Dr. Fierro. “Our goal is to help meet the needs of our students and the community who count on us for services and support.”
Cerritos College will host another food drive on April 29 from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
