LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — “A Simple Gesture,” a grassroots food collection program, continues to make a meaningful impact across Lake County through community generosity and volunteer support. 

Food insecurity is a growing crisis across the country. As federal funding for essential programs like SNAP and local food banks continues to decline, communities must take initiative. That’s where A Simple Gesture comes in.

With five active chapters in Lake County — Lakeport, North Shore Lake County, Clearlake/Lower Lake, South Lake County, and Kelseyville — the program makes it easy for residents to help fight hunger right in their own neighborhoods.

When you sign up with A Simple Gesture, you’ll receive a reusable green bag to fill with non-perishable food items.

Once a month, a local volunteer will pick up your bag directly from your doorstep and deliver the donations to a local food pantry in your area — ensuring your contributions stay within your own community.

Once you register, you’ll receive reminders via email or text before each pick-up. For your first donation, you can use any bag or box you have on hand. After that, volunteers will leave behind a reusable bag for future collections.

Recent donations have provided critical support during the ongoing food crisis, but food insecurity remains a serious issue in Lake County. 

Every bag of food collected helps feed local families, seniors, and individuals struggling to make ends meet.

It’s simple to help: Visit www.JoinASG.org and sign up by your ZIP code. 

Your participation ensures that your donations go directly to neighbors in need.

Join us today and make a difference — one bag at a time.