Our
Mission

Our Mission

H.E.L.P. Inc., is dedicated to provide supplemental food to individuals, families, and unhoused persons in need.


Our Story

Founded in 1981 by Father John Domas, H.E.L.P., Inc. began as a small drop-in center in Beaumont to assist low-income residents in the San Gorgonio Pass area.
Over time, our services expanded, and we purchased our current Banning facility—featuring:

> A Food Pantry Warehouse

> Reception & Intake Area

> Thrift Store with ample parking


What We Do

We serve as a safety net for people experiencing food insecurity by:

• Providing a monthly shopping basket of food to individuals and families

• Supplying weekly food bags to Faith in Action for distribution to unhoused individuals

• Operating a thrift store with beautiful, gently used clothing and small household items—sales help purchase additional food for our clients


How It Works

1. Check in – Present your ID and appointment card

2. Schedule next month – Receive your next appointment date

3. Receive food – Take home your monthly basket of groceries


Hours & Contact

Hours: Monday - Thursday I 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Location: 53 South 6th Street, Banning, CA 92220

Phone: 951-922-2305



H.E.L.P. Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation and an equal opportunity provider. The Food Pantry has been proudly serving Banning for over 20 years. We thank our volunteers, donors, and community for their ongoing support!

Our Board

The members of our Board of Directors are volunteers. Each and every one of them brings a unique set of skills and expertise to our organization.
Board of Directors:  Patrick Froehle - President, Chuck Massey - 1st Vice President, Meika Anglin - 2nd Vice President, Judy Weinberg - Treasurer, Greta Shelton - Secretary, Cathy Small - Thrift Store Manager, Rich Taulton - Warehouse Manager, Bruce Kuhn - Member-At-Large, Dan Small - Member-At-Large, Janis Sheek - Member-At-Large, Jerrie Offerdahl - Member-At-Large