Low income families and seniors are encouraged to call the food pantry in their district to check for distribution times. To be eligible, families must reside in one of the 7 Community Development Districts in the City of Oakland. Proof of residence in the CD districts is required. (Proof of residence includes California Drivers License, Military ID card, welfare or food stamps ID, utility bills or other mail. Brown bags are given out on the specified date only, on a first come, first served basis. For information on hunger and homeless services, call (510) 238-7754. City of Oakland, Department of Human Services, Hunger and Homeless Program.