Texas free food banks.
Get free food from food banks and pantries throughout Texas. The centers partner with many local non-profits, charities, and government agencies. In total hundreds of thousands of individuals get assistance each year from the pantries, and a list of resources and counties is below. If a free food pantry or bank near you can’t help you then they may have referrals to other Texas based organizations. In addition, millions of pounds of free food and groceries are distributed from the food banks every year to the needy and low income.
If you need assistance with providing food for you or your family, call one of the Texas food banks listed below. The location may be able to provide you with food, or if they can’t, they will refer you to a center or an option in your town or city that is more convenient to you. Or you can get information on special programs or government aid near you, such as food stamps, clothing closets, or holiday meal programs.
Many of the facilities are part of the national organization known as Americas Second Harvest. Together they provide food, including produce, dairy products, holiday meals, meats, and much more to the needy in the region.
The locations listed below are not your only option. Other agencies, such as the Salvation Army, which are located in your county may be able to provide assistance. There are also programs to help feed as well as clothe new babies and also provide free diapers in Texas. Ask a center below for additional options and referrals if need be. Or find a referral number to other food assistance programs and pantries in Texas at the bottom of this page.
Local Texas food banks
In addition to the resources here, find additional pantries and food banks for your city or county in Texas that are specific to those regional locations. Options can include churches, charities like the Salvation Army or St. Vincent, and many others. There are also more extensive lists as you scroll down the page.
West Texas Food Bank - Odessa 1008 E. 2nd St. P.O. Box 4242 Odessa, Texas 79761 Phone: (432) 580-6333 A number of resources are available at this center. The pantry also supports needy and low income families in nearby towns and counties.
West Texas Food Bank - El Paso 3727 Shell El Paso, Texas 79925 Phone: (915) 595-1060
West Texas Food Bank - Alpine Address: 2101 FM 1703 Alpine, Texas 79830 Phone: (432) 837-1580
South Plains Food Bank 4612 Locust Ave. Lubbock, TX 79404 (806) 763-3003 Some of the items offered include information on government programs like food stamps or WIC, distribution of hot Christmas meals, baby formula, and regular, healthy meals and food supplies.
High Plains Food Bank 815 Ross Street Amarillo, TX 79102 (806) 374-8562
Houston Food Bank - The Herzstein Center warehouse 3811 Eastex Fwy Houston, Texas 77026 Phone number - 713-223-3700 Government commodities, food, groceries, and perishable items are provided to food pantries and non-profits across Texas by this organization. This may be one of the larger distribution centers in the state.
Concho Valley Regional Food Bank 1313 South Hill Street San Angelo, Texas 76903 Main number - (325) 655-3231 Produce, baby formula, emergency boxes of food and other grocery items are offered.
Food Bank of the Golden Crescent 3800 E Rio Grande Victoria, Texas 361-573-7381
Capital Area Food Bank of Texas Address: 8201 South Congress Ave. Austin, TX 78745 Phone: 512-282-2111 Toll Free: 800-786-2616 The non-profit works with pantries and food banks across Travis County. Residents in need can receive groceries, baby formula, meats, rice, and more. Also please donate or volunteer at the center if you can, as more resources are always needed.
Wichita Falls Area Food Bank 1230 Midwestern Parkway P.O. Box 623 Wichita Falls, TX 76307 Telephone: (940) 766-2322
Food Bank of West Central Texas 5505 N. 1st Street Abilene, Texas (325) 695-6311 Call for hours. The location may have information on free Thanksgiving and Christmas meals or turkeys as well.
Tarrant Area Food Bank 2600 Cullen Street Fort Worth, TX 76107-1302 817-332-9177 - Phone number Thousands of families receive help from organizations partnered with this food bank. They work with churches and pantries across the greater Dallas and Fort Worth area to serve the needy.
Brazos Valley Food Bank 1514 Shiloh Ave Bryan Texas 979-779-3663
North Texas Food Bank 4500 S. Cockrell Hill Road Dallas, Texas 75236 - 2028 214.330.1396
Southeast Texas Food Bank Location - 3845 S ML King Jr. Parkway Beaumont, TX 77705-4114 Main telephone number: (409) 839-8777 Hundreds of senior citizens, children, and working poor families receive help from this pantry. Perishable items, canned goods, and other food programs are administered for qualified Texas families.
East Texas Food Bank 3201 Robertson Tyler Tyler, Texas 903-597-3663, 800-815-3663
South Texas Food Bank 907 Freight St, Laredo TX 78041 Dial 956.726.3120
Food Bank of Corpus Christi 826 Krill Street Corpus Christi, Texas 78408 Phone: 361-887-6291 Call this coastal Texas facility. Perishable items, such as rice, fruits, and meats may be distributed along with canned food items. Many seniors, elderly, and families with children benefit from the center.
Wichita Falls Area Food Bank 1230 Midwestern Parkway P.O. Box 623 Wichita Falls, TX 76307 (940) 766-2322
San Antonio Food Bank 5200 Old Highway 90 West San Antonio, TX 78227 Main number - 210-337-3663 Free food, groceries, baby formula, and government commodities are provided to those who are most at risk. Also has information on local thrift stores, clothing closets, and public aid programs.
Additional free food banks in Texas
The distribution centers listed above are just a few of the food banks that are located throughout Texas. If you need to find other locations near you, or have more questions about the grocery or food assistance programs offered, dial 817-531-3663. Also click here for other federal government food programs.
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