County and County partners thank community for supporting “I Can Help”
Published on November 07, 2025
Los Alamos County’s Social Services Division, in partnership with LA Cares, Self-Help, Trinity on the Hill, Los Alamos MainStreet, and other local organizations, extends heartfelt thanks to residents and volunteers across Los Alamos and White Rock for supporting the "I Can Help" emergency food assistance program.
Launched last week in response to the ongoing federal government shutdown and rising food costs, the initiative provides meal kits to individuals and families facing hardship. Thanks to the generosity of community donors and the work of volunteers, more than 125 emergency food kits have been assembled, distributed and available for pick-up now, at the following locations (check each organization’s business hours):
- Los Alamos Social Services, 1183 Diamond Drive
- The Teen Center, 475 20th Street
- Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central Avenue (starting Saturday, Nov. 8)
- White Rock Branch Library, 10 Sherwood Boulevard (starting Saturday, Nov. 8)
- Los Alamos County Justice Center, 2500 Trinity Drive
- Los Alamos Family Council, 1350 Central Avenue, Suite 102
- Family Strengths Network, 3540 Orange Street
There is no requirement to show ID or proof of need.
“This is a wonderful example of what can happen when our community comes together,” said Social Services Manager Jessica Strong. “We’re so grateful for the outpouring of support.”
Community members who wish to continue helping may donate the requested items until Thursday, Dec. 4, for future meal kits at the following drop-off locations:
- SALA Event Center, 2551 Central Avenue
- The Family YMCA, 1450 Iris Street
- Los Alamos Commerce & Development Corporation / MainStreet, 190 Central Park Square
- Metzger’s Do It Best, 1607 Central Avenue (Los Alamos)
- Metzger’s Do It Best, 128 NM-4 (White Rock)
- Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central Avenue
- White Rock Branch Library, 10 Sherwood Boulevard
- EXIT Realty, 1615 Central Avenue, Suite 100
- Los Alamos STEAM Lab, 190 Central Park Square
- Los Alamos County Municipal Building, Lobby, 1000 Central Avenue
Requested donation items include jars of peanut butter and jelly; crackers; canned soup, meat, fruits, vegetables, beans, and tomatoes or tomato sauce; and boxes of pasta.