Hundreds of food pantries across Texas will distribute free food supplies to local families between August 17 and August 20 to assist households facing monthly financial strains.
Organizers confirmed that any resident may visit the designated pickup sites to receive nutritious groceries, regardless of income level. Food costs represent the single largest basic necessity expense for Texas households each month, making community food drops a vital budget relief measure.
Distributions will supply both perishable and non-perishable goods. Families visiting the sites can expect to receive several kilograms of items, including proteins, dairy products, fresh fruits, vegetables, and canned foods.
Community food pantries function as localized distribution hubs for major regional food banks. Operating out of churches, community centers, and social service facilities across major urban centers like Dallas, Houston, and Fort Worth, these pantries collect bulk donations to serve neighborhood residents directly.
Monday August 17 food distribution schedule
Distribution sites will open across Dallas, Houston, and Fort Worth on Monday, August 17. Operating times range from early morning pickups to late afternoon sessions.
- The Stewpot: 1610 S Malcolm X Blvd., Dallas, TX 75224, open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Aunt Bette's Community Pantry: 3203 Holmes St., Dallas, TX 75215, open from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- Miles of Freedom: 2922 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Dallas, TX 75215, open from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- All Saints Catholic Church: 1035 Cortlandt, Houston, TX 77008, open from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
- Recovery Resource Council: 2700 Airport Fwy, Fort Worth, TX 76111, open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Carelon: 512 Rosedale, Fort Worth, TX 76104, open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday August 18 pantry locations and hours
On Tuesday, August 18, six designated centers across the state will distribute free grocery items to visiting residents during specified morning and afternoon hours.
- The Stewpot: 1610 S Malcolm X Blvd., Dallas, TX 75224, open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Miles of Freedom: 2922 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Dallas, TX 75215, open from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- St. Joseph Catholic Church: 1505 Kane St., Houston, TX 77007, open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Impact Houston Church of Christ - Resource Center: 1704 Weber St., Houston, TX 77007, open from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
- All Saints Catholic Church: 1035 Cortlandt, Houston, TX 77008, open from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
- Carelon: 512 Rosedale, Fort Worth, TX 76104, open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday August 19 community pantry options
Wednesday, August 19 brings additional pickup options, including a double distribution window at All Saints Catholic Church in Houston for families needing evening access.
- The Stewpot: 1610 S Malcolm X Blvd., Dallas, TX 75224, open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Aunt Bette's Community Pantry: 3203 Holmes St., Dallas, TX 75215, open from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- Miles of Freedom: 2922 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Dallas, TX 75215, open from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- All Saints Catholic Church: 1035 Cortlandt, Houston, TX 77008, open from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- First Street Methodist Mission: 801 W 1st Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102, open from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Recovery Resource Council: 2700 Airport Fwy, Fort Worth, TX 76111, open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Thursday August 20 distribution schedules
The final day of the announced distribution initiative takes place on Thursday, August 20, featuring evening service windows in both Dallas and Houston.
- The Stewpot: 1610 S Malcolm X Blvd., Dallas, TX 75224, open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Miles of Freedom: 2922 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Dallas, TX 75215, open from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- The Well Ministries - Hamilton: 4419 Hamilton Ave., Dallas, TX 75210, open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- St. Joseph Catholic Church: 1505 Kane St., Houston, TX 77007, open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Impact Houston Church of Christ - Resource Center: 1704 Weber St., Houston, TX 77007, open from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- All Saints Catholic Church: 1035 Cortlandt, Houston, TX 77008, open from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Online tools for regional food bank search
Residents who find that these listed sites are too far from their homes can locate closer distribution points through regional food bank search portals.
The North Texas Food Bank, Central Texas Food Bank, and South Texas Food Bank maintain online locator tools. Users can enter their home address, city, or ZIP code on these organizational platforms to find active local pantries in their immediate area.
