News Archive

Aug 11

School’s Back in Session: Resources to Help Kids Access Nutritious Meals Year-Round

Free programs and resources for Central Texas families, because every child deserves a healthy start.

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Aug 06

When Service Becomes a Calling

Discover how a Central Texas Food Bank team member helped launch a new mobile food distribution in Lampasas, expanding access to nutritious food in a high-need rural area. His story is one of purpose, service, and innovation in action.

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Aug 05

Albertsons, Tom Thumb and Randalls Foundation Helps Central Texas Kids Access Nutritious Meals This Summer

The Albertsons, Tom Thumb and Randalls Foundation’s Fight Hunger Serve Hope helps provide free, healthy meals to Central Texas kids through the Summer Food Service Program. 

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Jul 31

Dine Out, Do Good: Austin Restaurant Weeks Returns to Support Our Neighbors

Enjoy local food and help nourish Central Texans, one meal at a time.

 

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Jul 23

Hope on Higher Ground: Kingsland Rallies Around Neighbors After the Central Texas Floods

After the recent Central Texas floods, Sharing the Harvest and the Central Texas Food Bank are providing essential food and supplies to older adults and displaced families in Kingsland.

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Jul 17

Meeting the Summer Hunger Need: How Acts Storehouse and Central Texas Food Bank Are Supporting Families

Acts Storehouse in Waco, TX is helping families weather summer hunger with heart, leadership, and support from the Central Texas Food Bank.

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Jul 11

Central Texas Food Bank Earns National Recognition for Nourishing Children Year-Round

The Central Texas Food Bank was awarded Gold status in the USDA’s 2024 Turnip the Beet Awards, recognizing our year-round commitment to providing children with nutritious, high-quality meals that help them grow and thrive.

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Jul 10

Cooking with Purpose: A Recipe for Serving Central Texas

Meet Jeri Short, a force behind 2,000 daily meals produced at the Central Texas Food Bank. Her culinary skills and community spirit help increase food access for neighbors facing hunger across our region.

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Jun 24

Free Summer Meal Help for Families

Free summer meals for kids and teens — no sign-up, no ID, no cost. 

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Jun 05

Meals That Make Summer Possible: Why Support Matters More Than Ever

When schools are out for summer, an urgent need arises in our community. Your support helps ensure children don’t go hungry when classes end. 

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