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Winter Blanket Drive

On November 23rd, Peace Terrace Academy, a private Islamic school hosted a Winter Blanket Drive to bring warmth and comfort for the upcoming winter season. The drive was held at Peace Terrace Academy in Fremont from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It proved to be a success, with the community donating over 300 brand-new blankets for adults and children.

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Pantry Distributes 70 Thanksgiving Bags

On November 25th, Salaam Food Pantry brought the true spirit of Thanksgiving to over 35 underserved families in Irvington through a heartfelt community initiative. Volunteers hand-delivered 70 Thanksgiving bags to ensure that each family had everything they needed for a warm and festive holiday meal. Each family received two thoughtfully prepared bags: one containing a fresh halal turkey and the other packed with essential ingredients to create traditional Thanksgiving meals.

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Family Giving Tree and SFP Support Students for the New School Year

In a heartwarming collaboration, Family Giving Tree donated 110 backpacks to the Salaam Food Pantry, ensuring that students within the Fremont community are equipped and ready for school this year. These backpacks, filled with essential and thoughtfully selected supplies, were distributed by age and grade to support local families as they prepare for the upcoming academic year. 

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Back2School with ICNA Relief and Salaam Food Pantry

On August 3rd, 2024, ICNA Relief, in collaboration with Salaam Food Pantry, held its annual Back2School Event. From 11 am to 1 pm, volunteers gathered to distribute free backpacks with school supplies, candies, clothes, and food to help students in need prepare for the upcoming school year.


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SFP Snack Packs: Nourishing Fremont’s Unhoused Community

In the heart of Fremont, a community-driven initiative is making a tangible difference for the unhoused residents of Alameda County. In January of 2023, Salaam Food Pantry (SFP), in collaboration with Bay Area Community Health (BACH), launched the ‘Snack Packs for Unhoused Folks’ program to provide vital nourishment for those in need. This endeavor highlights SFP’s commitment to meeting the diverse needs of Fremont’s community.

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Making a Digital Difference

In February of 2024, Salaam Food Pantry received a donation of 42 used Dell Intel i7 laptops from Seagate for economically disadvantaged families, students pursuing online education, and individuals seeking employment. Ahmed Samiuddin, the IT Director at Seagate Technology spearheaded this initiative and shares his story.

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Making An Impact Where We Live

Salaam Food Pantry is truly a pillar and inspiration within the community. As the Director of Social Services for the Geo Apartments in Fremont, I am thankful that Salaam Food Pantry is a food resource that these residents can depend on.

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A New Chapter

Dear respected friends,

Through the past years of your continuous support, prayers, motivation, and with our energetic volunteers - Salaam Food Pantry took a leap

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Niles Rotary Club at Salaam Food Pantry - April 29th, 2023

Salaam Food Pantry, established in 2016 is a community based food pantry that is held every 4th Saturday of each month in Irvington district of Fremont. In April, the pantry distributed 300 grocery bags that consisted of non-perishable food items along with fresh produce and bread.

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Eid Mubarak

Salaam Food Pantry’s annual Eid Gift card tradition helps many children in need of clothing and personal wearable items for Eid.

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Monthly Food Distribution

The Salaam Food Pantry hosts a free food distribution on the 4th Saturday of every month in the Irvington district area of Fremont. This includes a bag full of…

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Warm Meals Boxes for Our Neighbors

Salaam Food Pantry serves fresh warm meal for our neighbors. Each box is packed with (chicken noodles, veggie rice, backed chicken, lentil soup, and Afghan bread) and…

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Hygiene Kit Distribution

My name is Aadil Akbar, and I am a senior graduating from Irvington High School this year. As some of you may know, Irvington students are required to complete…

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