The Houston Food Bank is one of the largest food banks in the country and serves more than 800,000 people on a yearly basis. In 2017 alone, food for more than 120 million nutritious meals left their distribution enter including canned fruits and vegetables, pastas, fruit juices and other nonperishable foods.
The Houston Food Bank fosters a network of farmers, grocery stores, other retailers, distributors, wholesalers, individuals and other sources of generous donors to make sure food reaches those that need it most. They are also a certified member of Feeding America’s, the nation’s food bank network.
Their website (https://www.houstonfoodbank.org) is great resource to learn more about how you can help give food, volunteer or learn more about their programs. Their extensive list of programs includes Backpack Buddy, Client Assistance Program, Core Connections Network, Food For Change, Kids Cafe, Nutrition Education, Portwall Pantry, Red Barrels, School Market, Senior Box Program, Serving For Success and Teacher’s Aid.
To support the Houston Food Bank, visit their website or click on your store from this page prior to shopping and making purchases online.