The City of Emeryville Stands With Our Community

Published on October 28, 2025

The City of Emeryville stands with our community.

In this time of uncertainty related to ongoing federal immigration operations, the federal government shutdown, and the pending temporary discontinuation of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) beginning November 1, 2025, we want to provide information and resources to help those impacted in the city.

We understand that these events create challenges for many households, and we are committed to ensuring residents have access to accurate information, local resources and community support.

Know Your Rights

Emeryville residents, regardless of immigration status, have rights. For more information, please visit the City’s Know Your Rights webpage for local legal and community resources.

Emeryville is a sanctuary city, and the Emeryville Police Department will not assist immigration enforcement officials in any way. If you believe you are witnessing ICE activity, report it to your local rapid response hotline. They will work to verify this information and provide support.

Alameda County Rapid Response Hotline: (510) 241-4011

If you choose to exercise your First Amendment rights, please do so peacefully. Acts of violence and interference against federal officers will not be tolerated.

Food and Community Assistance

It is anticipated that new food benefit (SNAP) distributions will not occur beginning on November 1, 2025, because of the federal government shutdown. Residents needing food assistance can contact the Alameda County Community Food Bank (510) 635-3663 for free groceries. Neighborhood distribution sites, and CalFresh application help or Emeryville Citizens Assistance Program (ECAP) at their temporary site of 2628 San Pablo Ave. Food distribution Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM or Mercy Brown Bag Program which provides free groceries for older adults, distributions every 1^st and 3^rd Thursday at Emeryville Senior Center, 4321 Salem Street.

Community Solidarity

Thousands of federal workers and local residents are affected by the shutdown and the SNAP disruption. We encourage everyone who can to donate to local food banks and support neighborhood organizations serving our most vulnerable neighbors.

The City of Emeryville will continue to share information and resources as they become available.