We honored four extraordinary Hunger Heroes — H-E-B, Applied Materials, Armed Services YMCA of Killeen and Gatesville Independent School District — whose partnership, innovation and compassion are helping fill empty ta
bles across Central Texas. From engineering smarter systems to serving military families and school communities, their leadership is making tomorrow possible.
Through restaurant philanthropy and community partnership with Central Texas Food Bank, Jack Allen’s Kitchen continues to strengthen hunger relief efforts across Central Texas.
Baron’s career at Central Texas Food Bank headquarters in Austin, Texas reflects how collaboration, service, and purpose come together to nourish and strengthen communities across Central Texas.
“We are who we serve!” It’s a motto and a cheerful team yell as volunteers kicked off a distribution for The Healing Project in Pflugerville.
As a partner agency of the Central Texas Food Bank (CTFB), the organization provides food, diapers, hygiene items and wraparound support to families across Austin, Manor, Pflugerville and Round Rock — driving the items directly to their door if needed. What truly sets them apart is how deeply personal the work is.
Learn how Central Texas Food Bank provides meals during winter storms, power outages, and emergencies — keeping families across 21 counties fed when it matters most.
For many companies, supporting a nonprofit begins with volunteering or making a financial donation. Both are important and necessary. However, some partnerships go further by matching a company’s skills with community needs, creating a lasting impact.
As Director of Food System Planning, Emily connects research and lived experience to help Central Texas build a more resilient and equitable food future.
Every Saturday, St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) Austin, a Central Texas Food Bank partner agency, provides food and essentials to neighbors from across Central Texas. The pantry is open to all, with no ZIP code restrictions. While the line moves quickly, the focus is not on speed — it’s on dignity.
