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🥫 Where to donate food in Texas
Shelf-stable food goes to local food pantries and the regional food banks that supply them in your area.
Before you go
- Peanut butter, canned meat and canned fruit are always needed.
- Check expiration dates; pantries can't hand out expired food.
- A food drive at church, school or work goes a long way.
171 places in Texas take food.
Houston & Harris County 5
HumbleCall to confirm
HAAM Food Pantry (Humble Area Assistance Ministries)
- canned beans, fruit, meat, vegetables
- cereal
- dry beans
- macaroni and cheese
- pasta and tomato sauce
- peanut butter
- soups
Not accepted: opened or expired food
Houston
Houston Humane Society
- dog and cat food (dry and canned)
- kitten and puppy formula
- non-clumping cat litter
- treats and toys
- crates and carriers
- towels, blankets, bath mats, rugs
- newspapers
Not accepted: pillows; stuffed blankets
Houston
BARC Animal Shelter and Adoptions (City of Houston)
- pet food
- toys and enrichment items
- cleaning supplies
- foster supplies (crates, kitten formula)
Houston
Star of Hope Mission - Donation and Distribution Center
- clean clothing for men, women, children
- winter coats
- shoes
- new socks and undergarments
- new hygiene items
- diapers and baby wipes
- towels, sheets, twin blankets
Not accepted: furniture; mattresses; large appliances; expired food or medicine; opened hygiene products; bikes
Sugar Land, Rosenberg & Bay City 3
RosenbergCall to confirm
Fort Bend County Animal Services
- dog and cat food (wet and dry)
- kitty litter
- blankets, towels and linens (new or used)
- dog beds, crates and cat towers
- dog toys, treats and harnesses
- kitten and puppy formula and bottles
- paper towels, bleach, gloves
RosenbergCall to confirm
Lunches of Love
- non-perishable food
- wish-list food items
- decorated lunch bags
Richmond
Rosenberg-Richmond Helping Hands
- food
- clothing
- personal-care items
Conroe, The Woodlands & Huntsville 5
ConroeCall to confirm
Community Assistance Center / Unique Resale
- most household items
- food and essentials (see wish list)
Not accepted: mattresses
The WoodlandsCall to confirm
Interfaith of The Woodlands (Food Pantry and Hand Me Up Shop)
- food pantry donations
- clothing, toys, household goods and furniture for the Hand Me Up Shop
ConroeCall to confirm
Montgomery County Food Bank
- food
- food drive donations
ConroeCall to confirm
Meals on Wheels Montgomery County
- canned soups and stews
- shelf-stable meals
- breakfast and holiday meal bags
ConroeCall to confirm
Montgomery County Animal Shelter
- pet food and treats
- blankets
- toys and lick mats
- crates and kennels
- medical supplies
Pearland, Angleton & Brazoria County 10
PearlandCall to confirm
Christian Helping Hands
- coffee, sugar, ramen, cereal
- canned vegetables and fruit
- toiletries (toothpaste, soap, shampoo, deodorant)
- toilet paper
- frozen turkeys at Thanksgiving
Pearland
St. Vincent de Paul Society - St. Helen Church Food Fair
- shelf-stable snacks
- low-sodium canned goods
- drinks
- frozen foods
- pantry restock items
PearlandCall to confirm
Pearland Neighborhood Center
- non-perishable food
AlvinCall to confirm
Farm Gals Food Pantry
- non-perishable food
AngletonCall to confirm
Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church (St. Thomas Center) pantry
- non-perishable food
CluteCall to confirm
Brazoria County Dream Center
- non-perishable food
CluteCall to confirm
Interfaith Food Bank - The Food Basket
- non-perishable food
FreeportCall to confirm
Brazosport Cares Food Pantry
- non-perishable food
FreeportCall to confirm
The Salvation Army - Freeport
- non-perishable food
West ColumbiaCall to confirm
A Place for Grace
- non-perishable food
Galveston & Bay Area 5
Texas CityCall to confirm
The Salvation Army Texas City Corps
- call for current needs
Texas CityCall to confirm
Galveston County Food Bank
- nonperishable food
- personal hygiene items
- cleaning supplies
Galveston
Catholic Charities Beacon of Hope Center (Isle Market food pantry)
- call for current needs
Texas CityCall to confirm
Galveston County Animal Resource Center
- towels and old blankets
- unopened dry or canned pet food
- treats
- bathroom rug sets
- pet toys
- liquid laundry detergent
- grooming items
AnahuacCall to confirm
Caring Center (food pantry and thrift store)
- call to confirm
Beaumont, Port Arthur & Golden Triangle 3
BeaumontCall to confirm
Southeast Texas Food Bank
- food donations and food drives - call to arrange
Beaumont
Humane Society of Southeast Texas
- wish list items
- pet food
- pet supplies
OrangeCall to confirm
The Salvation Army of Orange County Food Pantry
- shelf-stable milk, cereal and oatmeal
- pasta, rice and beans
- canned meat and fish
- canned fruit, soups and peanut butter
- baby food
- unopened hygiene items, diapers, wipes and toilet paper
Not accepted: expired food; yard eggs; homemade items; baby formula
Lufkin, Nacogdoches & Deep East Texas 5
LufkinCall to confirm
The Salvation Army Lufkin Corps
- call for current needs
NacogdochesCall to confirm
Family Crisis Center of East Texas (Women's Shelter of East Texas) Thrift Store
- thrift store donations - call to confirm
- food (during its fall food drive)
NacogdochesCall to confirm
Harvest Food Pantry
- nonperishable food
ZavallaCall to confirm
Zavalla Food Pantry
- nonperishable food
Lufkin
Kurth Memorial Animal Shelter (Lufkin Animal Services)
- dog and cat food (wet and dry), puppy and kitten food
- cat litter
- dog treats and pet toys
- new collars and leashes
- cleaning supplies (wipes, bleach, multi-purpose cleaner, hand soap)
- paper towels, sponges, newspaper
- 13- and 55-gallon trash bags
Tyler, Athens & Palestine 5
Tyler
East Texas Food Bank
- Non-perishable food
- Peanut butter (seasonal drive)
- Venison via Hunters for the Hungry
AthensCall to confirm
Henderson County Food Pantry
- Non-perishable food
AthensCall to confirm
Community Care Food Pantry (Eastern Hills Church of Christ)
- Non-perishable food
MabankCall to confirm
Mabank Area Good Samaritans
- Non-perishable food
ToolCall to confirm
Community Food Pantry - Tool
- Non-perishable food
Longview, Marshall & Henderson 1
LongviewCall to confirm
East Texas Food Bank - Longview Resource Center
- food (call to confirm)
Texarkana, Paris & Mount Pleasant 1
Mount Pleasant
Titus County Cares
- shelf-stable food
- produce
Dallas & Dallas County 7
Dallas
Dallas Animal Services
- towels and blankets
- dog treats and toys
- cat toys
- plastic pet carriers
- leashes
- unscented baby wipes
- kitten formula
Not accepted: down comforters; pillows or pillowcases; fitted sheets; medications; open or expired food; furniture
DallasCall to confirm
SPCA of Texas
- large bath towels
- blankets
- canned dog and cat food
- paper towels and trash bags
- pet wipes
- Kong and Nylabone toys
- puppy pads
Not accepted: rawhides; bully sticks; bones; raw or freeze-dried products
Carrollton
Operation Kindness
- pet food
- cat litter
- gently used bedding
- towels
- bleach
- cleaning supplies
Richardson
Network of Community Ministries
- food
- new or gently used clothing
- baby and toddler clothes
- new socks and underwear
- kids' shoes
Carrollton
Metrocrest Services
- groceries and pantry staples
- hygiene items
- cleaning supplies
- household items (at Metrocrest Resale)
IrvingCall to confirm
Irving Cares
- groceries
GarlandCall to confirm
Good Samaritans of Garland
- food
Fort Worth & Tarrant County 2
ArlingtonCall to confirm
Mission Arlington
- food
- household donations
- school supplies
Fort WorthCall to confirm
Tarrant Area Food Bank
- food drive donations
Plano, McKinney & Collin County 3
Plano
North Texas Food Bank - Perot Family Campus
- plain peanut butter (16 oz)
- canned fruit
- shelf-stable unflavored milk
- canned tuna and chicken
- low-sodium canned vegetables
- trail mix snack bags
Not accepted: items in glass containers
Plano
Minnie's Food Pantry
- non-perishable food
- holiday items such as stuffing, cornbread, cranberry sauce, boxed potatoes, cake mix
- new toys (Christmas)
Allen
All Community Outreach (ACO) Food Pantry and Cares Center
- canned and boxed food
- holiday food items
- laundry detergent
- paper towels and toilet paper
- toiletries
- cleaning supplies
- diapers size 6 and up and wipes
Denton & Denton County 3
LewisvilleCall to confirm
Christian Community Action (CCA)
- pantry staples
- hygiene items
- collection drives for the food pantry
DentonCall to confirm
Denton Community Food Center
- unopened non-perishable food in home/family sizes
- canned tuna or chicken
- skillet meals
- canned soups and vegetables
- pasta and tomato sauce
- cereal
- toddler snack foods
Not accepted: glass containers; super-sized cans; expired or opened food
Denton
Denton Animal Support Foundation Emergency Pet Food Pantry
- unopened dog and puppy food (wet or dry)
- unopened cat and kitten food (wet or dry)
Not accepted: opened pet food
Rockwall, Greenville & Kaufman 6
RockwallCall to confirm
Rockwall County Helping Hands Food Pantry
- non-perishable food
- monetary donations
GreenvilleCall to confirm
Hunt County Shared Ministries (FISH)
- non-perishable food - call to confirm
Greenville
Called to Serve Outreach Ministries
- food
- diapers and wipes
- baby formula
- pull-ups
- hygiene products
- cleaning supplies
Rockwall
Rockwall Animal Adoption Center
- Nutro dog and puppy food
- cat food (Kirkland, Wellness, Purina Beyond, IAMS)
- bleach, Pine-Sol, Fabuloso, laundry detergent, dish soap, trash bags, Clorox wipes
- towels, blankets, pet beds
- litter pans, cat litter, toys and treats
Forney
Forney Food Pantry
- non-perishable food (bin by the front door)
- toiletries
- diapers
- pet food
- perishables such as turkeys and meat - call first
Not accepted: clothing (on hold as of Nov 2025)
KaufmanCall to confirm
The Center (Kaufman Christian Help Center)
- food - call to confirm
- school supplies (seasonal)
- Christmas toys (seasonal)
Waxahachie, Corsicana & Fairfield 8
WaxahachieCall to confirm
The Salvation Army - Waxahachie
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Waxahachie
Waxahachie CARE Services
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
WaxahachieCall to confirm
North Ellis County Outreach (NECO)
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
MidlothianCall to confirm
Manna House - Midlothian
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
ItalyCall to confirm
Manna House - Italy
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
EnnisCall to confirm
Helping Hands of Ennis
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
EnnisCall to confirm
Ennis Cares
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
CorsicanaCall to confirm
Compassion Corsicana
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Weatherford, Cleburne & Granbury 4
Weatherford
Center of Hope Food Pantry
- shelf-stable proteins such as tuna, canned chicken and peanut butter
- fresh meats such as chicken and hamburger
GranburyCall to confirm
Mission Granbury Resource Center and Food Pantry
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Stephenville
Grace Place Ministries
- food for pantry shelves
- diapers
- school supplies (call to confirm)
Stephenville
Basic Needs Ministry
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Sherman, Denison & Texoma 10
Sherman
The Salvation Army Sherman Corps
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
ShermanCall to confirm
For His Glory Ministry
- food
- clothing (call to confirm)
ShermanCall to confirm
Share Ministries
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Denison
Barnabas Center (Park Avenue Church of Christ)
- food
- clothing (call to confirm)
DenisonCall to confirm
Helping Hands
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
PottsboroCall to confirm
Lakeway Samaritan
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
GainesvilleCall to confirm
Living Word Food Pantry
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Muenster
Sacred Heart Food Pantry & Outreach
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
BonhamCall to confirm
Fannin County Community Ministry Food Pantry
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
BonhamCall to confirm
Manna House
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Wichita Falls & Red River Valley 16
Wichita Falls
The Salvation Army Wichita Falls Corps
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Wichita Falls
Wichita Falls Area Food Bank
- food drive donations
- fresh food via the #GiveHealthy platform
Wichita Falls
Faith Mission
- coats and gloves
- socks
- clothing
- non-perishable food
Not accepted: blankets, sheets and pillows (has enough as of 2025-26)
Wichita Falls
Faith Refuge
- coats and gloves
- socks
- non-perishable food
Graham
Graham Community Food Pantry
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Newcastle
Newcastle Community Food Pantry
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Vernon
United Samaritan Services
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Henrietta
Clay County Mission Outreach
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Bowie
Bowie Mission
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Nocona
A Hand Up
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Holliday
Harvest Food Ministries
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Windthorst
Family Life & Mission Outreach
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Throckmorton
Throckmorton County Youth Activity Center (food pantry)
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Knox City
A Helping Hand Food Pantry
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Crowell
Christian Outreach Ministries
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Seymour
Seymour Church of Christ (food pantry)
- non-perishable food (call to confirm)
Abilene, Brownwood & Big Country 1
Abilene
Food Bank of West Central Texas
- food donations
San Angelo & Concho Valley 2
San Angelo
Concho Valley Regional Food Bank
- non-perishable food
- canned goods
- baby food and formula
San Angelo
City of San Angelo Animal Services Shelter
- pet food and supplies (call to confirm current needs)
Midland, Odessa & Big Bend 2
Odessa
West Texas Food Bank - Odessa
- food donations
Midland
West Texas Food Bank - Midland
- food donations
El Paso & Far West Texas 2
El Paso
Opportunity Center for the Homeless
- food staples and canned goods
- gently used clothing and shoes
- paper goods
- toiletries
- furniture and appliances by arrangement
El Paso
Lee & Beulah Moor Children's Home
- new or gently worn clothing and shoes
- toiletries
- nonperishable food and baby formula
- toys and games
- furniture, cribs and car seats
- linens and household goods
- school supplies
Not accepted: unpackaged socks or underwear; broken appliances; stuffed animals; sleeping bags
Lubbock & South Plains 2
LubbockCall to confirm
South Plains Food Bank
- nonperishable food
Lubbock
Grace Campus
- clothing
- food
- bedding and towels
- cleaning supplies
- tools and lawn equipment
Amarillo & the Panhandle 3
Amarillo
High Plains Food Bank
- nonperishable food
- reusable and paper shopping bags
- egg cartons
- commercial refrigerators and freezers
Not accepted: home-canned or homemade food; rusty or unlabeled cans; wild game; alcohol; medications
AmarilloCall to confirm
Cornerstone Outreach Center
- food
Amarillo
City of Amarillo Animal Management & Welfare
- pet food
- towels and blankets (call to confirm)
Austin & Travis County 5
Austin
Central Texas Food Bank
- food donations - see most-needed items list
Austin
Austin Humane Society
- dry and wet dog and cat food
- unopened treats
- towels, washcloths, flat sheets
- blankets without stuffing
- cat litter
- newspaper and paper towels
- cleaning supplies
Not accepted: pillows, comforters or stuffed blankets; large stuffed dog beds; worn or ripped bedding; expired medications; rawhide and homemade treats; prong, choke or shock collars
Austin
Austin Animal Center (Austin Animal Services)
- dog and cat food and treats
- durable pet toys
- bedding queen-size or smaller
- towels and blankets
- newspaper
- dog houses and fencing materials
- collars, harnesses, leashes
Not accepted: comforters; electric blankets
AustinCall to confirm
Manos de Cristo
- food
- clothing
AustinCall to confirm
The Charlie Center
- foam bowls and disposable plates
- napkins
- sugar and coffee creamer
- ground coffee
Round Rock, Georgetown & Williamson County 7
Georgetown
The Caring Place
- food
- new or gently used items for its thrift stores
Round Rock
Round Rock Area Serving Center
- food
- clothing
- furniture
- appliances
- electronics
Georgetown
Helping Hands of Georgetown
- nonperishable food
- clothing
- toiletries
Georgetown
The Georgetown Project
- shelf-stable food and snacks
- household products
- clothing
Hutto
Hutto Resource Center
- nonperishable food
- hygiene items
Georgetown
Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter
- unopened dog and cat food
- treats
- newspaper
- crates and carriers
- towels, blankets and sheets
Georgetown
Furr Baby Food Pantry
- pet food and treats
- bowls, leashes and harnesses
- pet beds and blankets
San Marcos, Bastrop & Lockhart 6
San MarcosCall to confirm
Hays County Food Bank
- unopened shelf-stable food with intact labels
Not accepted: opened or unlabeled food
San Marcos
Southside Community Center
- unused hygiene products
- nonperishable food
- individually wrapped snacks
San Marcos
San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter
- pet food (all types)
- blankets
- towels
Kyle
PAWS Shelter of Central Texas - Kyle
- dog food
- cat litter
- bleach and cleaning supplies
- paper towels
- towels and blankets
- crates
- pet toys and water bowls
San Marcos
Prevent a Litter of Central Texas (PALS)
- towels
- puppy pads
- pet food
Bastrop
Bastrop County Emergency Food Pantry
- nonperishable food (canned soup, chili, meat, vegetables)
- peanut butter and jelly in plastic jars
- pasta sauce and crackers
- hygiene items
Texas Hill Country 1
Marble FallsCall to confirm
The Helping Center of Marble Falls
- food donations
- monetary gifts
San Antonio & Bexar County 3
San Antonio
San Antonio Food Bank
- non-perishable food
- food drive collections
San Antonio
City of San Antonio Animal Care Services
- dog and cat food
- wire dog crates and pet carriers
- cat beds
- pet treats and toys
- collars, leashes, harnesses
- towels, sheets and blankets
- paper towels and newspapers
Not accepted: pillows; foam of any type; cat stands; household items; dirty litter pans; human clothing
San Antonio
Family Violence Prevention Services - Donation Center
- formula, wipes, bottles, diapers sizes 4-7, pull-ups
- new underwear, socks, pajamas
- womens and plus-size clothing
- toiletries and towels
- new or gently used sheets, new pillows, blankets
- kitchen goods and cleaning supplies
- canned goods, cereal, kids snacks
Not accepted: used mattresses, pillows or upholstered furniture; most other clothing; box or big-screen TVs; broken or incomplete items
New Braunfels, Seguin & Floresville 8
New BraunfelsCall to confirm
New Braunfels Food Bank
- canned food
- dried goods
- tuna
- cereal
- peanut butter
New BraunfelsCall to confirm
Spirit of Sharing Food Bank
- food
New BraunfelsCall to confirm
The Salvation Army of New Braunfels
- food
- clothing
- home goods
New BraunfelsCall to confirm
NB Housing Partners
- food
- supplies
- gently used items
New Braunfels
Humane Society of the New Braunfels Area
- cat and dog food
- pet toys
- new or used bath towels
- cleaning supplies
Seguin
Christian Cupboard
- non-perishable food
- toiletries
- personal hygiene products
GonzalesCall to confirm
Gonzales Christian Assistance Ministry (GCAM)
- food
- donated items for on-site thrift store
FloresvilleCall to confirm
Floresville Food Pantry (Care and Share collection)
- canned goods
- boxed stuffing and holiday staples
Laredo & Webb County 3
Laredo
South Texas Food Bank
- food donations (call to arrange drop-off)
- food drives
- food rescue from businesses
- monetary donations
LaredoCall to confirm
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Laredo
- monetary donations
- food and clothing - call to confirm
Laredo
Bethany House of Laredo
- monetary donations
- food or other items - call to confirm
McAllen, Edinburg & Mission 2
PharrCall to confirm
Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley
- non-perishable food
- food drive collections
Edinburg
DHR Health Food Pantry
- canned vegetables, fruits and meats
- cereal and rice
- peanut butter and jelly
- pasta and sauce
- shelf-stable milk and juice
Brownsville, Harlingen & South Padre 2
BrownsvilleCall to confirm
Brownsville Animal Regulation and Care Center (BARCC)
- pet food
- leashes
- dog bowls
- kitten bottles
- puppy pads
BrownsvilleCall to confirm
Brownsville Animal Defense
- pet food
- cleaning supplies
Corpus Christi & Coastal Bend 2
Corpus ChristiCall to confirm
Coastal Bend Food Bank
- non-perishable food
- food drive collections
Corpus ChristiCall to confirm
Corpus Christi Animal Care Services
- unopened dog and cat food
- durable dog toys
- blankets
- towels
- gently used pet beds
Not accepted: monetary donations (not accepted right now)
Victoria & Golden Crescent 5
Victoria
The Food Bank of the Golden Crescent
- food
- monetary donations
CueroCall to confirm
CAMAL House Food Pantry
- food (call to confirm)
YorktownCall to confirm
Yorktown Assistance Ministry Food Distribution Center
- food (call to confirm)
HallettsvilleCall to confirm
Manna Food Pantry (First United Methodist Church of Hallettsville)
- food (call to confirm)
GoliadCall to confirm
Goliad County Outreach
- food (call to confirm)
Waco & Heart of Texas 4
Waco
Caritas of Waco
- hygiene products
- reusable grocery bags and totes
- food - call to confirm
- goods for its Hidden Treasures thrift shop - call to confirm
WacoCall to confirm
The Shepherd's Heart (Things from the Heart resale shop)
- gently used goods for its resale shop
- new unwrapped toys
- food - call to confirm
WacoCall to confirm
Humane Society of Central Texas
- canned or dry dog and cat food (Pet Supply Pantry)
- wire crates and carriers
Waco
Meals on Wheels Waco
- canned food
- dry dog and cat food
- cat litter
- adult diapers
- hygiene items
- fans
- heaters
Killeen, Temple & Central Texas 5
Killeen
Food Care Center
- non-perishable food
- turkeys and groceries at the holidays
Temple
The Salvation Army Bell County - Temple
- clothing
- furniture
- household items
- non-perishable food
TempleCall to confirm
Feed My Sheep
- food
- hygiene items
Temple
Churches Touching Lives for Christ Food Pantry
- non-perishable food
LampasasCall to confirm
Lampasas Mission
- non-perishable food
- seasonal clothing
- bedding
- small appliances
- small household goods
Not accepted: furniture
Bryan, College Station & Brazos Valley 4
Bryan
The Salvation Army Bryan-College Station Corps
- clothing
- furniture
- appliances
- household goods
- food
BryanCall to confirm
Brazos Valley Food Bank
- non-perishable food
Bryan
The Bridge Ministries
- non-perishable food
BrenhamCall to confirm
Bread Partners
- non-perishable food