Addressing Food Insecurity in Texas: Equity-Centered Food Access Programs and Resources
Texas faces a hunger crisis. Nearly 1 in 6 Texans—approximately 16 to 17 percent—lack reliable access to nutritious food, a rate higher than the national average. In 2022, an estimated 1.7 million children in Texas, or 23% of all kids, experienced food insecurity, with disproportionate impacts on families of color and immigrant households. Racial disparities are stark: around 31% of Black households and 26% of Hispanic households face food insecurity, compared to lower rates among white households. In East Texas, the problem has worsened, with food insecurity increasing from 16.9% to 18.2% of adults and reaching 26.3% of children. Alarmingly, one in three Black adults in that region now struggle with hunger. Many low-income adults—28.6% by some estimates—and immigrant communities are at especially high risk, often facing barriers to programs like SNAP and other public assistance (Feeding America).
From LGBTQ+ individuals to undocumented immigrant families, the curated list below highlights equity-centered food access programs across Texas. These organizations prioritize dignity, cultural inclusion, and language accessibility. Please consider sharing this list on your website to help amplify awareness and support.
Together, we can elevate equitable food access, support community-centered efforts, and inspire action on behalf of those most vulnerable in Texas.
Dallas
North Texas Food Bank
Leading hunger‑relief hub in North Texas—distributes hundreds of thousands of meals daily through pantries, mobile distributions, nutrition programs, and community partnerships.
Address: 3677 Mapleshade Lane, Plano, TX 75075
Eligibility & Hours: Serves via partner pantries and mobile sites across 13 counties. Eligibility varies by agency; many sites allow walk‑in without proof.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer in warehouse, mobile pantry shifts, or food drives. Accepts food or monetary donations. All ages welcome; orientations and court‑ordered service accepted.
Catholic Charities Dallas – Food Pantry Services
Faith-based hunger network operating fixed and mobile pantries across Dallas County—provides free groceries to vulnerable households with dignity and no documentation barriers.
Address: Central Service Office: 1421 W Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75247; pantry sites include Joe’s Pantry (8102 LBJ Fwy), Our Lady of Perpetual Help (7617 Cortland Ave), Jan Pruitt Pantry (123 Alexander Ave, Lancaster)
Eligibility & Hours: Eligibility based on poverty level or government assistance; no proof required. Sites open Tue–Sat 9 AM–1–2 PM depending on location.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers needed for pantry operations, mobile distributions, client support. Contact organization for orientation. Donations of food or funds welcomed.
Aunt Bette’s Community Pantry at St. Philip’s
Client‑choice pantry in South Dallas serving traditionally underserved ZIP codes—offers dignified access to fresh and staple foods via community-powered volunteer model.
Address: 3203 Holmes St, Dallas, TX 75212
Eligibility & Hours: Serves ZIP codes 75210, 75203, 75215. Walk‑ins welcome; clients may receive emergency food twice per month. Hours vary weekly.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers assist with client service and stocking; shifts Mon–Thu mornings and afternoons. Donations of food or funds accepted via site.
Hunger Busters
Dedicated to eliminating child hunger by delivering fresh, wholesome meals to students daily—fostering improved attendance and wellness through school‑focused community support.
Address: 3116 Sylvan Ave, Dallas, TX 75212
Eligibility & Hours: Not a pantry; delivers fresh meals (sandwich + milk + produce) daily to K–12 students at partner schools at dismissal. Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers assemble and deliver meals each school day. Donations via sponsor programs or individual giving enable meal production.
CitySquare Food Pantry (now transitioning to The Stewpot)
South Dallas pantry serving diverse populations—offers client-choice food selections biweekly and integrates with broader antipoverty services; transitioning smoothly to Stewpot leadership.
Address: 1610 S Malcolm X Blvd, Dallas, TX 75226
Eligibility & Hours: Open Tue–Fri 9 AM–3 PM. No ZIP restriction; clients may access pantry every 15 days. Drive‑thru and walk‑up options. Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers serve clients, pack food, and support registration. Donations of food or funds accepted on site; shifting to The Stewpot operations.
Christian Community Action (CCA)
Multiservice resource center providing pantry food, diapers, hygiene supplies, and empowerment programs—founded in faith, focused on dignity, community, and moving families toward stability.
Address: 200 S Mill St, Lewisville, TX 75057 (serves Dallas‑area residents in Denton/Collin counties)
Eligibility & Hours: Clients must reside in service area and meet income guidelines; same‑day emergency pantry visits possible. Hours Mon–Thu 9–11 AM & 1–3 PM, Fri 9–11 AM.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers assist with pantry operations, sorting, and client support. Accepts food, hygiene items, and cash. Donate or serve through website.
Tarrant Area Food Bank (Dallas partners via network)
Major regional food bank serving North Texas through partner agencies in Dallas; supports mobile pantries, nutrition programs and coordinated hunger relief across the metroplex.
Address: 2600 Cullen St, Fort Worth, TX 76107 (serves Dallas‑area through partner agencies)
Eligibility & Hours: Provides food via pantries and mobile sites; hours vary per partner location. Contact website for local schedule.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers help with sorting, packing, distributions. Every volunteer hour enables ~150 meals. Accepts funds and food drives.
The Stewpot Dallas (through CitySquare’s transition)
Nonprofit taking over and continuing CitySquare’s legacy—offering food pantry, case assistance, and community support services under Stewpot’s leadership in South Dallas.
Address: Services taking place at former CitySquare location, 1610 S Malcolm X Blvd, Dallas, TX 75226
Eligibility & Hours: Will carry on CitySquare food pantry service—client-choice pantries, social services, and resource coordination. Hours anticipated similar—Tue–Fri daytime.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers tasked with pantry operation kiosks, registrations, scheduling. Donations through Stewpot main site when active.
Paul Quinn College WE Over Me Farm
Urban college-run farm transforming a former football field into a food production site—provides fresh produce and community employment while addressing food deserts in South Dallas.
Address: Paul Quinn College, 3837 Simpson Stuart Rd, Dallas, TX 75215 (farm on campus)
Eligibility & Hours: Grows produce on college farm; donates ~20% to community via partners. Farm hours via college schedule.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers and donors support farm operations and community distribution efforts. Garden donations enable fresh produce for local food pantries.
Christian Community Action (Lewisville)
Holistic anti-poverty nonprofit serving Dallas‑area families with food, children’s meals, financial coaching, and senior support—focused on long-term impact and community restoration.
(This is same org for pantry but offers broader hunger relief services.)
Address: 200 S Mill St, Lewisville, TX 75057
Eligibility & Hours: Same as above. The main hub offers Pantry, Kids Eat Free, senior meals, and more. Mon–Thu & Fri hours.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers can assist in multiple programs beyond pantry, including children’s meals and emergency assistance. Donate funds or schedule support via site.
Austin
Central Texas Food Bank
Central Texas’s largest hunger-relief nonprofit—distributes millions of meals through community kitchens, mobile pantries, home delivery, and education to serve people facing food insecurity across the region.
Address: 6500 Metropolis Dr, Austin, TX 78744
Eligibility & Hours: Food assistance provided via partner agencies/mobile pantries. Varies by location; direct service hours differ. See website for local schedules.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer in warehouse, kitchen, mobile pantries, garden; ages 8+ (12+ for mobile, 15+ kitchen/garden). Donate food or money online. Court‑mandated service accepted.
Hope Food Pantry Austin
Pantry serving households in need with dignity and efficiency—giving hope through free grocery access and community-supported volunteer operations.
Address: 4001 Speedway, Austin, TX 78751
Eligibility & Hours: Free grocery pantry open 1st Saturday monthly and most Thursdays & Fridays (~9:00–10:30 AM). Households served up to twice per month.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers help sort donations, restock pantry, support clients during morning shifts. Donate food, host drives, or contribute funds online.
Keep Austin Fed
A food rescue nonprofit rescuing surplus edible meals and delivering them directly to agencies serving food-insecure Austinites, reducing waste and hunger simultaneously.
Address: 3903 S. Congress Ave, #40760, Austin, TX 78704
Eligibility & Hours: No public pantry hours—it rescues surplus food from restaurants and redistributes to partner agencies.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer food rescue drivers and sorters; businesses donate surplus food. Cash donations support operations. Orientation and liability documentation required.
Our Shared Kitchen
Delivers freshly cooked meals to unhoused neighbors in Austin—prioritizing dignity, connection, and nutritional access through volunteer-powered cooking and direct distribution.
Address: 3612 Thompson St Unit 1, Austin, TX 78702
Eligibility & Hours: Prepares and delivers meals to unhoused and food‑insecure individuals—no client-facing pantry hours.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers assist in meal prep, packaging, and delivery. Financial and in-kind donations accepted (note: no bread donations).
Caritas of Austin
Provides nourishing meals and groceries to individuals experiencing homelessness or hunger—offering compassionate service and support as part of broader social services.
Address: 611 Neches St, Austin, TX 78701
Eligibility & Hours: Community Kitchen serves free lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 AM–12:30 PM. Pantry gives take‑home groceries to clients.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers prepare and serve lunch, sort donations, support pantry. Host food drives or donate funds/food. Ages 12+ (under 18 with adult).
Hungry Souls
Partners with schools to deliver weekend meal packages to food-insecure children—ensuring consistent nutrition beyond the classroom with community support and volunteer coordination.
Address: Based at 7100 Brodie Ln and schools; distribution events by school partners
Eligibility & Hours: Identifies children experiencing food insecurity via local schools. Distribution events typically Tuesday evening drive-throughs and Wednesday morning packing.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers pack food bags and distribute in community and school events. Donate funds or support local meal drives.
Micah 6 of Austin
Downtown sanctuary serving anyone experiencing hunger—offers food pantry, drop‑in center for street youth, and holistic support grounded in justice, compassion, and dignity.
Address: 611 San Antonio St, downtown Austin
Eligibility & Hours: Offers food pantry weekly and drop‑in center for youth. Open client-choice pantry for all; hours vary—see website.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers 10+ help pack and distribute pantry items; hosts meals for youth. Accepts food, funding, advocacy support.
Urban Roots – Food Access Program (Hojas)
Harnesses community farming to deliver fresh produce directly to neighbors in need—bridging food gaps via local agriculture, delivery, and community leadership.
Address: Farm site (Austin) & delivery in ZIP codes 78744, 78745, 78753
Eligibility & Hours: Delivers fresh produce during harvest season to neighbors living in designated delivery areas. Signup required to receive farm share.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer in farm harvest, packing, or neighborhood delivery. Donate funds or produce; support growing initiatives.
UT Outpost (University of Texas)
Campus-based food pantry and career closet serving UT students facing economic hardship—provides nourishment and wardrobe support to help students succeed academically.
Address: 2609 University Avenue, Suite 3.108, Austin, TX 78712
Eligibility & Hours: Free food pantry and career closet for enrolled UT students. Summer hours: Tue–Thu 2–6 PM, Fri 10 AM–2 PM. Closed Mon, Sat, Sun.
Volunteer & Donate: Students and affiliates volunteer for stocking or organizing pantry; donations of food or professional clothing accepted.
Circle of Hope Community Center
Faith-rooted community center serving Pflugerville with regular drive-thru food pantry—compassionately meeting local families’ needs through easily accessible, inclusive access to groceries.
Address: 2900 W Pecan St, Pflugerville, TX 78660 (serves Pflugerville-area)
Eligibility & Hours: Drive-thru pantry open Monday & Friday 8:00–11:00 AM. No ID required; open to all in need.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers help load food during drive-thrus. Donate non‑perishables or funds via center. Contact via website to connect.
Houston
Houston Food Bank
Largest hunger‑relief hub in Southeast Texas—distributes millions of meals via pantries, mobile distributions, programs for seniors, children, and families, plus nutrition education, SNAP help, and advocacy.
Address: East Branch 535 Portwall St & North Branch 146 Knobcrest Dr, Houston, TX
Eligibility & Hours: Serves 18-counties through 1,800 partner agencies; client hours vary by site. Walk-in pantry hours at branches Mon–Fri 8–5, Sat 9–12 (volunteers only Sundays)
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer Mon–Fri 7 AM–9 PM, Sat 8 AM–4 PM, Sun 9 AM–12 PM. Donate food, host drives, give funds. Ages 8+ permitted. Court‑appointed service accepted
Target Hunger
Community nourishment nonprofit offering monthly food distributions, gardens, and produce fairs—empowers low-income children, families, and seniors to meet immediate needs and break hunger cycles.
Address: 1260 Shotwell St, Houston, TX 77020
Eligibility & Hours: Serves specified ZIP codes across east/northeast Houston; monthly pantry distributions of groceries, fresh produce & protein
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer at food fairs, warehouse, or garden; assist with client intake, sorting, loading. Donate food, funds, host drives. Court‑mandated service accepted
Second Servings of Houston
Houston’s only perishable food‑rescue program—redirects surplus meals from venues and stores to charities, distributing over millions of pounds per year to feed vulnerable residents.
Address: 8825 Knight Rd, Houston, TX 77054 (office)
Eligibility & Hours: Operates food-rescue only—no public pantry; collects surplus prepared/perishable food and distributes to shelters and nonprofits across Houston
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer weekdays in rescue operations: pick‑up, sorting, and delivery. Donors include restaurants and grocers. Cash gifts support operations
Allies in Health (formerly AIDS Foundation Houston)
Dedicated to supporting people living with HIV—provides food assistance, housing referrals, counseling, and advocacy to ensure dignity, health access, and nutritional stability.
Address: AFH offices in Houston; food pantry locations vary
Eligibility & Hours: Food assistance available for low‑income HIV‑positive individuals via Stone Soup pantry at designated sites; eligibility via AFH intake process
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers support pantry, housing, and client services; donate funds, food, hygiene products. Background checks required. Visit AFH site for roles
Houston Food Not Bombs
Grassroots volunteer collective providing free vegan meals to people experiencing hunger—unconditional, inclusive, protest-based community feeding that challenges hunger and food waste norms.
Address: 550 McKinney St, Downtown Houston
Eligibility & Hours: Serves vegan meals publicly Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun at ~7 PM; open to all without registration
Volunteer & Donate: Bring vegan food, water, bowls to share. Anyone may help cook and serve. Donations accepted via website and on‑site contributions
BakerRipley
Longstanding community development nonprofit offering food fairs, nutrition programming, SNAP help, education and senior meals—reducing hunger locally through holistic neighborhood support.
Address: Multiple neighborhood centers across Houston (e.g. Gulfton‑Sharpstown campus)
Eligibility & Hours: Hosts monthly food fairs (e.g. 3rd Tuesday 8 AM–11 AM) and SNAP assistance clinics; open to low-income residents of service areas
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers sort, pack, distribute produce and groceries at fairs. Donate via food drives or funds to support events
Wesley Community Center
Neighborhood nonprofit supporting families and seniors with food pantry access, hygiene resources, early education and youth services—rooted in compassion and neighborhood empowerment.
Address: Wesley Community Center, Houston, TX (multiple neighborhood locations)
Eligibility & Hours: Serves low‑income families and seniors; food pantry open Tue–Fri 8 AM–12 PM at select centers
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers age 10+ (with adult) assist with pantry sorting, client support. Donate food, hygiene kits, diapers. Volunteer sign-up via website
SHAPE Community Center
Houston’s historic Third Ward center delivering multi-service outreach including occasional food support, elder care, workshops and cultural events—focused on uplifting local BIPOC community resilience and connection.
Address: 3815 Live Oak St & 3903 Almeda Rd, Houston, TX 77004
Eligibility & Hours: Based in Third Ward; provides occasional food distributions during community events. Eligibility open to local residents; schedule varies
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers support community events, food fairs, arts and elder outreach. Donate to restoration fund and programming via website
Project Row Houses (Supportive Food Services)
Community arts and housing nonprofit that integrates food distributions into neighborhood enrichment events—combining artistic expression with resource access for Third Ward residents.
Address: Third Ward, Houston (6900 block of Holman St & surrounding)
Eligibility & Hours: Does not run a regular pantry but distributes food via collaborations (with Second Servings, Urban Harvest) during community enrichment events
Volunteer & Donate: Support pop-up distributions, arts workshops, and neighborhood outreach. Give funds or volunteer via site
HomeAid Houston / GHBA (Holiday Food Drives support) (not exclusively food nonprofit)
Housing and homelessness nonprofit that organizes annual food and clothing drives for shelters—mobilizes community help and builder partnerships to distribute holiday meals and essentials.
Address: Various partner shelters and agencies across Houston
Eligibility & Hours: Organizes food basket programs (Thanksgiving, holiday drives) benefiting families and homeless populations in partner shelters
Volunteer & Donate: Offer items, assemble baskets, or donate via GHBA/HomeAid drives. Contact for event schedules and drop-off locations
San Antonio
San Antonio Food Bank
Southwest Texas’s largest hunger‑relief nonprofit—distributes millions of pounds of food through pantries, mobile sites, benefit assistance, culinary training, and urban farms to support family stability and independence.
Address: 5200 Old Hwy 90 West, San Antonio, TX 78227
Eligibility & Hours: Supports ~105,000 people weekly via partner agency pantries and drive‑thru distributions. Walk‑in hours: Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM; phone help Mon–Fri 8–6, Sat 9–3.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer shifts for warehouse, kitchen, distributions, farm/garden, driver roles; ages 8+, court‑appointed accepted. Give food or monetary donations online.
Community First Food Pantries
Barrier‑free, community‑run mini‑pantries offering grab‑and‑go essentials day or night—no questions asked—empowering neighborhoods to support hunger relief continuously and conveniently.
Address: Multiple 24/7 outdoor pantries across San Antonio & Bexar County
Eligibility & Hours: No ID or registration required; open 24/7 self‑serve access to non‑perishables and essentials.
Volunteer & Donate: Adopt a pantry to stock it regularly; donate non‑perishables, school supplies, hygiene items.
Hill Country Daily Bread Ministries
A faith‑based charity breaking poverty cycles across the San Antonio region: delivers food, clothing, mentorship, and seasonal support—impacting thousands through holistic, relational community service.
Address: Boerne & multiple Hill Country locations servicing underserved counties
Eligibility & Hours: Offers free food, clothing, mentorship programs; operates seasonal and scheduled collection events. Serving underserved families in eight rural counties. Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer at distribution events; mentor youth; donate groceries, clothing, or funds. Contact via their main site.
Children’s Hunger Fund – San Antonio Distribution Center
Christian nonprofit empowering local churches to deliver weekly “Food Paks” and household essentials to families in need—fostering relational support alongside nutrition aid.
Address: San Antonio-area distribution center (via partner churches)
Eligibility & Hours: Food Paks (~20 lbs shelf‑stable food) distributed to families through local churches; eligibility based on church networks.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer in assembly centers to pack Food Paks, sort toys, support distributions; donate funds or supplies.
Haven for Hope
Comprehensive center for people experiencing homelessness—provides meals, life skills classes, hygiene kits, and housing services—volunteer opportunities strengthen community engagement and daily impact.
Address: 1 Haven for Hope Way, San Antonio, TX 78207
Eligibility & Hours: Shelter and services center; food services available to unhoused individuals through class meals and client‑service events. Hours vary.
Volunteer & Donate: Help in kitchens, administrative support, client interaction, group projects; background check required. Donate hygiene items or meals.
Sidewalk Saturday at Christ Episcopal Church
Weekly Saturday outreach offering free, in‑person pantry items to families and individuals without barriers—fostering local community care through consistent church‑led service.
Address: 510 Belknap Place, San Antonio, TX 78212
Eligibility & Hours: Open every Saturday 8:30–10:30 AM; first‑come, first‑served; no ID or registration needed.
Volunteer & Donate: Help distribute food on Saturdays; donations accepted for pantry items; coordinate via church outreach.
Christian Hope Resource Center
Local pantry and resource center serving San Antonio families—offers food assistance, childcare during pantry visits, and empowerment support within church‑based community model.
Address: 321 N. General McMullen Dr, San Antonio, TX (per PDF)
Eligibility & Hours: Tues–Sat 9 AM–1 PM; provides food, daycare for family clients; requirements minimal.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer sorting, packing food, childcare support on Saturdays; donations of items and funds welcome.
Little Free Pantry Network (SA Affiliate)
Network of small, publicly accessible mini‑pantries offering instant essentials—community‑fed, always open, no bureaucracy—great for micro volunteering and neighborhood solidarity.
Address: Various micro‑pantries throughout San Antonio metro
Eligibility & Hours: Open 24/7, no registration or identification needed. Available to anyone in need.
Volunteer & Donate: Stock a pantry location with non‑perishables; community groups adopt specific sites.
San Antonio Restaurant Weeks (benefiting SA Food Bank)
Community fundraising campaign—local restaurants donate part of menu proceeds to the Food Bank’s Summer Meals for Kids, making dining out a direct act of hunger relief.
Address: Various participating restaurants citywide
Eligibility & Hours: Public participation by ordering featured menu items; supports SA Food Bank’s children’s summer meal programs.
Volunteer & Donate: Simply dine at participating restaurants; restaurants donate $1 per selected dish; supports meal distributions at libraries/centers.
Feeding America – San Antonio Food Bank affiliate
National food bank network affiliate ensuring supply chain support and advocacy—amplifies San Antonio local impact by coordinating food distribution, meal programs, and policy initiatives across Southwest Texas.
Address: Refer to San Antonio Food Bank location above
Eligibility & Hours: Serves 16 counties via network partner agencies, pantries, and mobile distributions. Contact local Food Bank for access locations.
Volunteer & Donate: Donate through Feeding America or volunteer at SA Food Bank events; funds support national and local hunger programs.
El Paso
El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank
El Paso’s primary food bank—distributes millions of pounds via pantries, mobile sites, home delivery; offers nutrition education and advocacy to ensure no local goes hungry.
Address: 9541 Plaza Circle, El Paso, TX 79927
Eligibility & Hours: Serves El Paso, Culberson & Hudspeth Counties via partner pantries & mobile sites. Main distribution site open Tue–Fri 10 AM–2 PM; Sat 9 AM–12 PM. ID & household size required.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer for warehouse, mobile pantry, home delivery, nutrition ed; ages 14+. Accepts food, funds, advocacy volunteers. Court‑mandated accepted.
Kelly Center for Hunger Relief
A community center offering emergency food, life‑skills mentorship (FreshStart) and clothing support—focused on empowering El Pasoans toward self‑sufficiency and dignity.
Address: 915 N Florence St, El Paso, TX 79902 (Central distribution hub)
Eligibility & Hours: Provides emergency and supplemental food via pantry visits; hours may vary—call ahead or visit website. Offers clothing closet and FreshStart economic mobility programs.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer in pantry operations, FreshStart mentoring, clothing distribution. Donate food, clothing, or funds online. Contact via website for events & scheduling.
No Lost Food
Food‑rescue nonprofit that recovers excess from businesses and homes—redirects nutritious food to shelters and hungry families, reducing waste while feeding hundreds monthly in El Paso and Juárez.
Address: El Paso & Juárez region (pickup hubs in El Paso restaurants/homes)
Eligibility & Hours: Collects surplus from donors (restaurants, households), redistributes monthly to shelters and families; distributes to ~200–500 families monthly.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer to collect, sort, transport surplus. Food donors (restaurants, bakers, households) welcome; monetary donations enable logistics.
Annunciation House
Longstanding border-based shelter network providing meals, shelter, and vital referrals to migrants and unhoused neighbors—rooted in faith-based community care and advocacy at the U.S.–Mexico border.
Address: Downtown El Paso, TX (multiple shelter sites)
Eligibility & Hours: Serves newly arrived migrants, asylum seekers, unhoused individuals—provides meals, shelter, referrals. Open 24/7 at shelter locations (meals served regularly).
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers assist meal prep, welcoming, case support. Donations of food, clothing, hygiene goods and funds accepted; background check required. See website for shifts.
Jesuit Outreach, Segundo Barrio (site via Sacred Heart parish)
Historic Jesuit outreach in El Segundo Barrio—serving low-income Hispanics with food, education, community mentoring, and pastoral care through neighborhood-based programs rooted in social justice.
Address: Sacred Heart Church / Pastoral Social Center, El Segundo Barrio, El Paso TX
Eligibility & Hours: Offers community meals, emergency food supports, education and referrals to low-income Hispanics. Hours aligned with Pastoral Social Center schedule weekdays.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers help in food distributions, adult education, youth mentoring. Donations to Sacred Heart social outreach support food programs. Contact parish for schedules.
Rural
East Texas Food Bank
Regional hunger-relief hub serving rural East Texas with mobile pantries, summer meals, food education, and advocacy—bringing equitable access across counties with dignity and volunteer support.
Address: 3201 Robertson Road, Tyler, TX 75701
Eligibility & Hours: Serves 19 rural counties via partner pantries & mobile sites. Local pantry schedules vary; many accept walk-ins, no proof required for kid meals.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers help warehouse, mobile pantry, advocacy, and summer meal programs. Donate food, funds, host drives. Court service accepted.
South Texas Food Bank
Mobilizes food trucks to bring food directly into isolated communities—ensures rural Texans receive produce and pantry staples monthly, overcoming transportation and geographic access barriers.
Address: Corpus Christi-based warehouse serving 8 rural counties
Eligibility & Hours: Mobile food pantry visits rural communities monthly; present ID then receive barcode card for future visits (or community-wide events require no proof).
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers set up mobile distributions, sort food, engage clients. Food donations and funds accepted to support rural outreach.
Food Bank of West Central Texas
Serving rural West Central Texas, this food bank supports pantries and distributes meals to seniors, children, and families—bridging hunger gaps across sparsely populated counties.
Address: 5505 N. 1st St, Abilene, TX 79603
Eligibility & Hours: Serves 13 rural West-Central counties through partner pantries. Income guidelines apply; pantry schedules vary by town and site.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers assist sorting, packing, deliveries, and mobile pantry events. Donate funds or food online.
West Texas Food Bank
Covers 19 West Texas counties spanning 34,000 sq miles—distributing fresh produce and meals across remote towns; every donation fuels rural hunger relief and community impact.
Address: Odessa warehouse: 411 S Pagewood Ave, Odessa, TX 79761; Midland location 1601 Westcliff Dr
Eligibility & Hours: Works through agencies in 19 sparsely populated counties. Local distributions by partner sites; schedules vary.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer at warehouse or agencies; host food drives or donate funds. Matching campaigns available.
Coastal Bend Food Bank
Distributes food to nonprofit and church partners across 11 rural Coastal Bend counties—ensuring local access to pantry care and resources through coordinated agency network.
Address: 5442 Bear Lane, Corpus Christi, TX 78405 (serving 11 rural counties)
Eligibility & Hours: Partners with agencies that serve all zip codes in rural service area. Client eligibility based on USDA income limits; most pantries serve up to four times/year.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers stock partner pantries, support distribution events. Food and monetary donations accepted online.
Southeast Texas Food Bank
Expands food security into rural Southeast Texas via local agencies and school programs—partnering with community organizations to feed those in isolated pockets of need.
Address: Beaumont-area headquarters (serves rural Southeast Texas counties)
Eligibility & Hours: Works with over 130 partner agencies in rural counties. Agencies set client requirements according to USDA guidelines.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers with drives, sorting, mobile food fairs. Donate money or food to support rural delivery.
Gleaning Network of Texas (Society of St. Andrew)
Gathers excess produce from Texas farms to feed rural families—leveraging volunteer gleaners to salvage nutritious food and redirect it to hunger‑relief agencies across the state.
Address: Statewide rural farms
Eligibility & Hours: Coordinates farm gleaning events to gather surplus produce for rural food banks and pantries. Open to church and community groups.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers pick produce at farms, sort and distribute. Donate funds or partner farms participate in harvesting.
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (food insecurity legal support)
Offers rural Texans legal support in civil areas, including access to SNAP/assistance programs—protecting food security through advocacy, rights defense, and empowerment.
Address: Offices in rural counties across Southwest Texas
Eligibility & Hours: Provides free civil legal/case support to low‑income rural Texans (≤ 200% FPL). Food insecurity cases include SNAP eligibility and residency.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer legal services, funds or advocacy support. No food distribution, but helps preserve nutrition access.
J.H. Rowe Resource Center (Southeast Texas Food Bank)
Rural resource center transforming a legacy school into a multi-service hub—combines pantry distributions with health and workforce services, advancing comprehensive rural food and support access.
Address: Jasper, TX (legacy project site)
Eligibility & Hours: Food pantry open monthly to Jasper/neighboring counties. Integrated with public services. Call for schedule.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers assist distributions and community meals. Donate funds or supplies via SETX Food Bank.
Hill Country Daily Bread Ministries
Faith-based charity serving rural Hill Country—provides emergency food, summer meals, mentorship, and clothing across eight counties, aiming to dismantle poverty with caring relationships and holistic support.
Address: Boerne, TX; serves eight rural Hill Country counties
Eligibility & Hours: Distributes food, clothing, mentorship; seasonal meal events and emergency food distributions. Family support through multiple counties.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers pack food boxes, mentor youth, assist seasonal events. Donate funds, food, clothing via official site.
Bilingual
Central Texas Food Bank
Regional hub providing bilingual pantry access, nutrition education, SNAP support and mobile distributions—empowers English- and Spanish-speaking families with food security and dignity.
Address: 6500 Metropolis Dr, Austin, TX 78744
Eligibility & Hours: Partners across the region; mobile pantry, TEFAP, SNAP assistance available. Intake, signage and education offered in English & Spanish.
Volunteer & Donate: Bilingual volunteers encouraged—especially at Fresh Harvest Market. Donate funds, host drives, or volunteer warehouse/mobile shifts.
North Texas Food Bank (“Sin Hambre” Program)
Leading hunger-relief network emphasizing Spanish-language access through “Sin Hambre”—bridging cultural and language barriers in North Texas pantry services.
Address: 3677 Mapleshade Ln, Plano, TX 75075 (services Dallas region)
Eligibility & Hours: Works through partner agencies offering bilingual intake and outreach via “Sin Hambre” campaign. Clients served across 13 counties.
Volunteer & Donate: Bilingual volunteers assist registration and translation at mobile pantries Tuesday mornings in Plano. Donate food or funds online.
Tarrant Area Food Bank
Regional food bank with bilingual outreach and voucher-based produce markets—ensuring Spanish- and English-speaking families access fresh food and support.
Address: 2600 Cullen St, Fort Worth, TX 76107; serves Tarrant region including rural clients
Eligibility & Hours: Provides mobile food fairs, voucher programs and partner pantries with bilingual support in English & Spanish.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers distribute market vouchers and help at bilingual food fairs. Donations accepted—food drives, funds, in-kind.
El Buen Samaritano
Culturally responsive Central Texas nonprofit offering bilingual food pantry, ESL classes, health education, and community garden—empowering Hispanic families to thrive.
Address: 7000 Woodhue Drive, Austin, TX 78745
Eligibility & Hours: Weekly drive-through pantry on Thursdays; no documentation required. Staff and materials bilingual.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers help distribute food and garden produce. Donate food or money via website.
Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley
South Texas food bank serving Rio Grande Valley with bilingual nutrition education, mobile food distribution, school meals and advocacy—ensuring access for Spanish-speaking families.
Address: 724 N. Cage Blvd, Pharr, TX 78577 (serving Cameron, Hidalgo & Willacy counties)
Eligibility & Hours: Bilingual operations (English/Spanish) at partner pantries; office open Mon–Fri 8:30–11:30 AM & 1:30–5:30 PM.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer sorting and mobile distributions; host food drives or donate online.
El Buen Samaritano’s Clínica & Pantry (Austin Spanish Seventh‑Day Adventist)
Grassroots bilingual church pantry giving pantry staples with sensitivity and hospitality—rooted in community care and Spanish-language service.
Address: Austin Spanish First Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Austin, TX
Eligibility & Hours: Spanish-first church-run pantry offers grains and produce; bilingual staff assist on site. No registration or documentation.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers help sort and distribute pantry items; donate essentials through church programs.
MDPC Fuente Multicultural Food Pantry (Houston)
Weekly bilingual food pantry through Spanish-language Fuente ministry—nurturing Houston’s multicultural communities with accessible, dignified meal access and volunteer-led support.
Address: Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church, 11612 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77024
Eligibility & Hours: Bilingual pantry operating Saturdays 8–11 AM serving around 400 families with Houston Food Bank items.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers support bilingual food distribution; donations of rice, beans and cash welcome.
Shepherd’s Heart Robinson Food Pantry (Texas)
Community-run pantry prioritizing Spanish-English accessibility—ensuring all local neighbors can receive food support with language-congruent intake and care.
Address: Robinson Food Pantry, Robinson, TX (near Waco)
Eligibility & Hours: Pantry supports bilingual intake; Spanish translators welcome. Hours vary weekly—call ahead.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers with Spanish fluency help registration and client care. Food or funds donation accepted via pantry website.
Sustainable Food Center / La Cocina Alegre
Texas-wide nonprofit delivering bilingual cooking classes, nutrition education and produce access—amplifying community health and food equity through culturally relevant programming.
Address: Austin, TX headquarters (serves statewide)
Eligibility & Hours: Offers The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre bilingual cooking and nutrition education in English & Spanish. Food assistance via farmers’ markets and SNAP incentives.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteer bilingual cooking instructors or gardeners. Donate online or sponsor farms and classes.
High Plains Food Bank
Serving Texas Panhandle with multilingual food access, mobile harvest events, senior & Kids Cafe programs—committed to ensuring fresh food for English, Spanish and Vietnamese communities.
Address: Amarillo headquarters: 815 Ross St, Amarillo, TX 79102 (serves panhandle region)
Eligibility & Hours: Services available in English, Spanish and Vietnamese. Local pantry eligibility varies by town.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers assist sorting, mobile harvest and packing; host drives or contribute funds.
Marginalized Groups
Annunciation House
Border-based sanctuary serving undocumented and unsheltered people with meals, shelter, referral services, and community care—grounded in dignity and faith-based hospitality.
Address: Shelters in downtown El Paso, TX
Eligibility & Hours: Serves migrants, asylum seekers, and unhoused individuals. Meals and shelter available 24/7; intake varies by location.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers assist during meal prep, hospitality, and legal referrals. Accepts food, clothing, hygiene items, and funds. Background check required.
AIDS Foundation Houston
Dedicated to LGBTQ+ individuals living with HIV—provides food assistance, counseling, housing referrals, and supportive services to address food insecurity and stigma in marginalized communities.
Address: Multiple offices in Houston, TX
Eligibility & Hours: Food pantry and meals provided to low-income individuals living with HIV via case-managed programs. Eligibility determined through intake.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers help in pantry, outreach, and housing support. Donate funds and food/hygiene items via site.
Resource Center Health Campus & Nutrition Pantry
LGBTQIA+-affirming health center offering food support alongside medical and mental health care—a safe, inclusive resource for marginalized queer Texans.
Address: Dallas, TX
Eligibility & Hours: Serves LGBTQ+ and allied people in North Texas through health services and nutrition assistance. Pantry availability by appointment.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers assist distribution and outreach. Donate funds or food through Resource Center channels.
Hand Up Project
Grassroots mutual aid collective providing affirming food access to BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities through pop-up events—prioritizing dignity, solidarity, and food justice.
Address: Austin-based mutual aid outreach
Eligibility & Hours: Serves BIPOC and LGBTQ2SIA+ communities through affirming food relief spaces. Distribution schedule varies by project.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers help at aid events; donations of food, funds, and supplies accepted via website.
Esperanza Peace and Justice Center
Cultural justice center led by Chicana and queer activists—organizes food events and advocacy for LGBTQ+, marginalized racial communities in San Antonio’s West Side.
Address: San Antonio, TX
Eligibility & Hours: Advocates for LGBTQ+ people of color and low-income communities; hosts occasional food security events. Hours posted online.
Volunteer & Donate: Support outreach events, cultural programming, community meals. Donations accepted online.
Houston Food Bank – LGBTQ Outreach via Common Market at Law Harrington
Inclusive feeding program at Houston’s LGBTQ+ senior facility—provides meals, emergency pantry, and produce with Houston Food Bank and Common Market support.
Address: Law Harrington Senior Living Center, Houston, TX (Montrose & Third Ward)
Eligibility & Hours: Serves LGBTQ+ seniors and broader clients with regular emergency pantry hours and meal deliveries. Pantry open several times weekly.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers support meal service and pop-up pantries. Donations via HFB site.
Lesbian Health Initiative of Houston
Health equity organization for LGBTQ women and trans men—offers nutrition support during health fairs and outreach, bridging gaps in care and food access.
Address: Houston, TX
Eligibility & Hours: Targeted at LGBTQ women and trans men; food access needs addressed through health fairs and support events. Availability varies.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers assist at health & food distribution events. Donations accepted online.
Central Texas Food Bank – Equity & Undocumented Outreach
Large regional food provider implementing equity initiatives and outreach for undocumented and marginalized families—ensuring inclusive access to nutritious food through culturally competent services.
Address: Austin headquarters, serving Central Texas
Eligibility & Hours: Offers bilingual and equity-centered programming, with undocumented families prioritized with no documentation required at designated sites.
Volunteer & Donate: Bilingual volunteers welcome at mobile pantries and equity markets. Donate funds or food online.
North Texas Food Bank – Resource Center Partnership
Regional food bank collaborating with LGBTQ centers to deliver inclusive bilingual food services—ensuring vulnerable queer communities in North Texas access nourishment and support.
Address: Plano headquarters; serves Dallas region
Eligibility & Hours: Works with Resource Center to provide LGBTQ-friendly food access at mobile markets and events, including North Texas “Sin Hambre” bilingual outreach.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers lead bilingual registration and distributions at Pride and community markets. Donate food or funds via NTFB.
Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley – Undocumented & Migrant Services
Border-region food bank offering migrant-inclusive food distributions, bilingual support, and advocacy—fostering equitable access to meals across marginalized South Texas communities.
Address: Pharr, TX, serving border counties
Eligibility & Hours: Serves migrant and low-income families across Hidalgo and Willacy counties, regardless of immigration status. Pantries run bilingual programs.
Volunteer & Donate: Volunteers for packing/distribution at mobile pantries; monetary and food donations welcome online.