2026-01-14T10:53:12-08:00 2025-08-31 454128109 Crawford Pimentel Corporation 1550 The Alameda Ste 211 San Jose CA 95126 990 2024-09-01 770319247 Pajaro Valley Loaves and Fishes Inc PAJA 8313914570 150 Second Street Watsonville CA 95076 Ashley Bridges Director 2026-01-14 true true Marc D Cappelloni P00164332 4089426888 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Ashley Bridges 150 Second Street Watsonville CA 95076 1940106 false X PVLOAVESANDFISHES.ORG X 1994 CA Pajaro Valley Loaves and Fishes (PVLF) provides food free of charge to those in need through its Hot Lunch and Pantry Programs. Our work alleviates hunger among homeless, elderly, and disabled individuals, as well as low-income families residing in the Pajaro Valley. Many participants are seasonal farmworkers employed in local agriculture. PVLFs mission is to alleviate hunger and nourish the community through nutritious food offered with dignity and compassion. 6 6 7 300 0 1415254 1408690 0 84698 118828 125975 412588 1625927 1940106 0 0 247115 299443 0 39935 1048871 957165 1295986 1256608 329941 683498 2851117 3542856 35874 34602 2815243 3508254 Pajaro Valley Loaves and Fishes (PVLF) provides food free of charge to those in need through its Hot Lunch and Pantry Programs. Our work alleviates hunger among homeless, elderly, and disabled individuals, as well as low-income families residing in the Pajaro Valley. Many participants are seasonal farmworkers employed in local agriculture. PVLFs mission is to alleviate hunger and nourish the community through nutritious food offered with dignity and compassion. false false 1072093 PVLF operates three primary programs that together address food insecurity and strengthen community well-being:1.Hot Lunch Program:PVLF provides a complete, freshly prepared noontime meal five days a week, including holidays. Meals include salads, vegetables, fruits, breads, and protein sources such as meat, beans, or eggs. Most ingredients are provided by the USDA, Second Harvest Food Bank, and local donors.During the fiscal year, PVLF served approximately 25,000 meals to hungry individuals, an additional 2,000 meals to staff, volunteers, and trainees, and nearly 5,000 second helpingstotaling over 32,000 hot meals. These meals reduce hunger and provide consistent nutrition for vulnerable neighbors.2.Pantry Program:PVLFs pantry distributes groceries three days each week, offering fresh produce, protein, and culturally appropriate staples. In total, the pantry provided more than 425,000 meals equivalent throughout the year. During the holidays, PVLF provides bountiful boxes of chicken, ham, sliced turkey, pistachios, dried fruits, fresh vegetables, and hearty canned goods. Over 500 households (about 2,000 individuals) receive holiday food boxes each year.3.Community Support and Volunteer Engagement:PVLF collaborates with agencies including the County Health Services Agency, Homeless Persons Health Project, Dignity Health Mobile Outreach, Community Action Board, and Second Harvest Food Bank to connect program participants with health care, mental-health support, nutrition education, and application assistance for Medi-Cal and CalFresh. PVLF also provides referrals for immigration, housing, and utility assistance as needed.Over 300 volunteers contributed more than 14,000 hours of service, the equivalent of seven full-time employees. Volunteer opportunities are offered for students and adults seeking community service hours, job training, or personal fulfillment. 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Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c Each Board member and Executive Director signs a conflict of interest form each year. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 The public can view the organizations policies via the website. Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 = $398 Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 ACCRUAL TO CASH ADJUSTMENTS = -$5805 Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 Book vs Tax Depreciation adjustment = -$0 Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 Prior Period Adjustments - A-C = $19941 Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 Prior Year Adjustment - F/S Review AJEs = -$0 Form 990, Part III, Line 1 - Organization Mission Our mission is to assist people in the Pajaro Valley with nutritious food,education, and referrals in cooperation with other agencies. We operate our foodpantry and lunch programs Monday through Friday, each week, year-round (260 days) tofeed the hungry. Form 990, Part III, Line 4a - Program Service Accomplishments PVLF operates three primary programs that together address food insecurity and strengthen community well-being:1.Hot Lunch Program:PVLF provides a complete, freshly prepared noontime meal five days a week, including holidays. Meals include salads, vegetables, fruits, breads, and protein sources such as meat, beans, or eggs. Most ingredients are provided by the USDA, Second Harvest Food Bank, and local donors.During the fiscal year, PVLF served approximately 25,000 meals to hungry individuals, an additional 2,000 meals to staff, volunteers, and trainees, and nearly 5,000 second helpingstotaling over 32,000 hot meals. These meals reduce hunger and provide consistent nutrition for vulnerable neighbors.2.Pantry Program:PVLFs pantry distributes groceries three days each week, offering fresh produce, protein, and culturally appropriate staples. In total, the pantry provided more than 425,000 meals equivalent throughout the year. During the holidays, PVLF provides bountiful boxes of chicken, ham, sliced turkey, pistachios, dried fruits, fresh vegetables, and hearty canned goods. Over 500 households (about 2,000 individuals) receive holiday food boxes each year.3.Community Support and Volunteer Engagement:PVLF collaborates with agencies including the County Health Services Agency, Homeless Persons Health Project, Dignity Health Mobile Outreach, Community Action Board, and Second Harvest Food Bank to connect program participants with health care, mental-health support, nutrition education, and application assistance for Medi-Cal and CalFresh. PVLF also provides referrals for immigration, housing, and utility assistance as needed.Over 300 volunteers contributed more than 14,000 hours of service, the equivalent of seven full-time employees. Volunteer opportunities are offered for students and adults seeking community service hours, job training, or personal fulfillment. In partnership with community agencies, PVLF provides placements for unemployed or under-employed youth and adults, individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, and adults transitioning from the CalWORKS program to gain work experience and re-enter the workforce.Together, these programs foster health, stability, and community connection for thousands of residents across southern Santa Cruz and northern Monterey Counties. Form 990, Part VI, Line 11b - Form 990 Review Process A copy of the Form 990 together with relevant schedules and supporting worksheetshas been sent by e-mail to all currently active members of the Board of Directors.It is on the agenda for questions and discussion at a scheduled meeting of theboard. Form 990, Part VI, Line 19 - Other Organization Documents Publicly Ava An appointment with the Executive Director or an officer of the Board will bearranged on written request to review the documents at the Loaves and Fishes office.Copies may also be sent on request by mail, fax or e-mail attachment.