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
s — right at school, reducing stress at home and helping students show up ready to learn.
When Karen Andrasi retired, she knew one thing for sure: she wanted to give back.
From volunteering and community referrals to online searches, these graduates found skills training, confidence, and a path forward.
Gatesville ISD’s Stinger Stash Food Market celebrates one year of providing nutritious food to students, families, and staff through a partnership with Central Texas Food Bank.
From market-style produce to a daily Community Cupboard, Hill Country Community Ministries lowers barriers to food and builds stability one warm welcome at a time.
