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"Petschek's Perspective"
Petschek's Perspective
Petchek's Perspective shares stories and reflections from clients, volunteers, and staff, offering insight into the realities of food insecurity and the strength of a compassionate community. Inspired by the legacy of longtime friend, board member, supporter, and advocate Rudi Petchek, this series continues his commitment to dignity, understanding, and hope.
*Every voice tells a story. The reflections below come from Food Bank clients, volunteers, partners, and neighbors. Many are shared anonymously, while others are shared with permission.
"I had run out of food. As a senior on a fixed income, it was my first visit. I burst into tears. The volunteers were so kind and treated me with dignity."
— Anonymous Community Survey, October 2025
"We are totally blessed to be able to receive food from the Food Bank of Nevada County. I am especially thankful for people like me who do not have access to a vehicle."
— Sharon, Home Delivery Member, June 2026
"Always a kind word from the workers and never feeling like a burden."
— Anonymous Community Survey, October 2025
"A young boy arrived with a tightly rolled one-dollar bill, ready to pay for lunch. When he learned the meal was free, he smiled, skated away, then turned around one last time just to say, 'Thank you.'"
— Summer Lunch Story, June 2026
"There's no judgment—just kindness and respect."
— Anonymous Community Survey, October 2025
"The first time I visited, I was blown away by the quantity and quality of the food."
— Anonymous Community Survey, October 2025
"Summer Lunch is about more than food. It's about making sure every child knows they're welcome, cared for, and can count on a meal."
— Summer Lunch Story, June 2026
"There are times when I am brought to tears because I am so grateful for the support from the Food Bank."
— Anonymous Community Survey, October 2025
"No one should have to choose between a doctor's appointment, managing a chronic illness, and putting healthy food on the table."
— Kevin's Story, July 2026
"The Food Bank has eased the burden for our family of six and helped us continue putting nourishing food on our table."
— Anonymous Community Survey, October 2025
"We were so excited after our first visit that we took a photo of everything in our bags. We couldn't believe the goodness we received."
— Anonymous Community Survey, October 2025
"Many times, the Food Bank has been my only source of food for the week."
— Anonymous Community Survey, October 2025
"The Food Bank has helped my family not go hungry."
— Anonymous Community Survey, October 2025
"It's kept us from literally starving."
— Anonymous Community Survey, October 2025
In Honor of Rudi Petchek A longtime friend, board member, and advocate of the Food Bank of Nevada County, Rudi believed everyone deserves dignity, compassion, and nutritious food. Petchek's Perspective carries forward his legacy through stories that inspire compassion.
The Food Bank of Nevada County
310 Railroad Ave #100
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 272-3796
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CalFresh & Food Resources
Recent federal legislation, known as HR1, has resulted in changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), known in California as CalFresh.
As a result of these changes, approximately 2,500 Nevada County residents have lost CalFresh benefits. Some households may also experience changes to eligibility requirements or benefit levels.
If you have lost benefits, received a notice of change, or have questions about your eligibility, we encourage you to contact your CalFresh case worker. If you need food assistance now, please visit our Get Food Here page.