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. 

At Pérez Elementary School in Southeast Austin, support extends from classroom to kitchen table. Families can now access free groceries — fresh produce, protein, dairy, and pantry staple

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s — right at school, reducing stress at home and helping students show up ready to learn.