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COVID-19 Notice
The Food Bank’s network of food pantries and mobile food distributions remains fully operational and open to the public.
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Nutritious, warm meals are prepared and served four times each week in the basement of Travis Park Church.
This program is part of CorazonSA's service to San Antonio's homeless community.
Free.
Food Pantry services are available to each family once every two months.
Requirements:
- Valid Photo ID
- Proof of residency
- Social Security Card for everyone in family
Please go to Christian Assistance Ministry's website for further details.
Our Community First Food Pantries are designed to provide members of our community who are facing food insecurity essential non-perishable items in accessible and trusted locations throughout San Antonio and surrounding counties.
The mission of Community First Food Pantries is to help in the fight against food insecurity by supplying food and other items without barriers for those in immediate need while acting as a catalyst, inspiring others to give alongside us.
Our vision is a Community First Food Pantry in every local community, so those in need can access food and other items when needed.
What is a Community First Food Pantry?
- 24/7 Access - Open seven days a week, 24 hours a day and freely accessible to all, removing barriers to food access.
- Free-Standing, Weather-Proof, and Conveniently Located Outdoors - Maintenance and up keep provided by Community First.
- 100% Free - No Cost, No Registration, No Sign-Up. Take what is needed and give back what and when you can.
We are always looking for new locations where our Food Pantries could benefit community members. If your organization would like to house a Food Pantry on its grounds, please fill out our Food Pantry Request Form.
How Can You Help?
- Stop by one of our Food Pantry locations when it’s convenient for you and drop off needed non-perishable donation(s).
- Volunteer your site to house a Food Pantry.
- Contact Us for other ways you can help.
Free.
COVID-19 Notice
The MCC Food Pantry continues at the usual time.
Our pantry provides families with nutritious food including canned goods and other groceries. These items come from donations that have been given by the MCCSA community, our friends and neighbors, and the San Antonio Food Bank.
We work hard to offer our friends and neighbors a helping hand, shared with love and courtesy.
If you are interested in being a part of this vital ministry by either donating or volunteering, or if you would like more information, please contact the church office by phone or email.
Free.
This is the First Registered Little Free Library and Pantry in San Antonio and close to the oldest public housing complex in town, Alazan Apache Courts. It is located at 816 S Colorado, between El Paso and Guadalupe Streets.
We Accept:
- Non perishables
- Hygeine products
- Books
We do not have a refrigerator.
We also have a Little Free Library at this location.
Free.
Three days a week members of the church serve their homeless neighbors with a meal, ministry and music.
Free.
COVID-19 Notice
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This program provides emergency assistance for food, rent, and utilities.
(The Social Service office is located in classroom #3 of the school building.)
- Must be living within parish boundaries or be a registered parishioner.
- ID is required to receive services.
- Those seeking utility or rent assistance must have a disconnection notice.
- Those seeking rent assistance must live in public housing (SAHA) and have an eviction notice.
Take what you need, Give what you can.
We Accept:
- food
- hygiene products
- books
- clothes
Open 24/7.
Monetary donations can be made via:
- Venmo @freelittlepantrysa
- Cashapp $freelittlepantrysa
- Or email us or DM us on IG @freelittlepantrysa
We also have a Little Free Library at this location.
Free.
Our Community First Food Pantries are designed to provide members of our community who are facing food insecurity essential non-perishable items in accessible and trusted locations throughout San Antonio and surrounding counties.
The mission of Community First Food Pantries is to help in the fight against food insecurity by supplying food and other items without barriers for those in immediate need while acting as a catalyst, inspiring others to give alongside us.
Our vision is a Community First Food Pantry in every local community, so those in need can access food and other items when needed.
What is a Community First Food Pantry?
- 24/7 Access - Open seven days a week, 24 hours a day and freely accessible to all, removing barriers to food access.
- Free-Standing, Weather-Proof, and Conveniently Located Outdoors - Maintenance and up keep provided by Community First.
- 100% Free - No Cost, No Registration, No Sign-Up. Take what is needed and give back what and when you can.
We are always looking for new locations where our Food Pantries could benefit community members. If your organization would like to house a Food Pantry on its grounds, please fill out our Food Pantry Request Form.
How Can You Help?
- Stop by one of our Food Pantry locations when it’s convenient for you and drop off needed non-perishable donation(s).
- Volunteer your site to house a Food Pantry.
- Contact Us for other ways you can help.
Free.
Our Giving Fridge is stocked with a variety of fresh food and vegetables and is available to anyone needing access to fresh nutritious food.
Giving Fridge operates on the "Take what you need and leave what you can" model.
Requirements:
- Household Members and Information
- Curbside Delivery
Free.
We're not here to judge or tell you what do, and we're definitely not your pretentious pushy vegan friends, but we are here to encourage and provide free community access to that delicious, nutritious, "good good."
With all this in mind we have set up our plant-based and vegan community fridge and pantry as the beginning of a pledge to do what we can to combat these many issues facing our friends and neighbors.
We have allowed access to this fridge to the whole community with the attitude of take what you need, and give what you don't.
Food Donations Accepted:
- Fresh Produce
- Non-perishable canned foods
- Plant-based milks
- Meat alternatives
- Nuts
- Potatoes
Other Donations Accepted:
- Hand sanitizer
- Masks
- Gloves
- Body Wash
- Lotions and Creams
- Condoms
- Sanitary Products
Free.
COVID-19 Notice
Due to the Covid 19 virus, our food pantries are OPEN on safe mode. All clients are required to wear a face covering and abide by keeping a safe distance.
Inman Christian Center partners with the San Antonio Food Bank to provide emergency food to the community surrounding Inman and to our new community located at Loop 1604. Both Food Pantries are operated by volunteers.
Requirements:
- Serving families in zip codes 78207, 78228, and 78237.
- Valid ID.
- Utility Bill or other proof of residence.
Free.
COVID-19 Notice
Sidewalk Saturdays are back in operation. Please come if you need help.
Every Saturday from 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM we serve a hot meal, hand bags of groceries, offer clothing and toiletries, and haircuts once a month. We have an Outreach Pavilion where people can come in out of the heat or cold and sit at tables and be served. A playground is available for children to play.
Free.
COVID-19 Notice
We continue to serve our unsheltered neighbors and others in need, but will deliver meals to drop-off points rather than eating together at the church.
On a monthly basis, BTLOP provides a hot meal, snack lunch, hygiene packs (deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, lotion, soap, shampoo and conditioner) and new underwear to displaced clients/community members.
To assist with the process, BTLOP has partnered with four community churches (Friendship, God's Property, New Light and Revelation) to provide the meals and Wheatley High School Alumni to provide hygiene packs. On average, 25 - 40 people are served monthly.
Free.
COVID-19 Notice
Inner City Development continues to offer groceries to families in crisis and a sack lunch to those who are homeless.
Groceries are available 9:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Sack lunches are available 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Emergency food assistance is provided to the community during the week. Inner City Development continues to offer groceries to families in crisis and a sack lunch to those who are homeless.
Requirements:
- Picture ID with current address OR Picture ID with proof of residency (i.e. utility bill)
- Serving Bexar County families in need
Our Community First Food Pantries are designed to provide members of our community who are facing food insecurity essential non-perishable items in accessible and trusted locations throughout San Antonio and surrounding counties.
The mission of Community First Food Pantries is to help in the fight against food insecurity by supplying food and other items without barriers for those in immediate need while acting as a catalyst, inspiring others to give alongside us.
Our vision is a Community First Food Pantry in every local community, so those in need can access food and other items when needed.
What is a Community First Food Pantry?
- 24/7 Access - Open seven days a week, 24 hours a day and freely accessible to all, removing barriers to food access.
- Free-Standing, Weather-Proof, and Conveniently Located Outdoors - Maintenance and up keep provided by Community First.
- 100% Free - No Cost, No Registration, No Sign-Up. Take what is needed and give back what and when you can.
We are always looking for new locations where our Food Pantries could benefit community members. If your organization would like to house a Food Pantry on its grounds, please fill out our Food Pantry Request Form.
How Can You Help?
- Stop by one of our Food Pantry locations when it’s convenient for you and drop off needed non-perishable donation(s).
- Volunteer your site to house a Food Pantry.
- Contact Us for other ways you can help.
Free.
COVID-19 Notice
Lunches are provided from Tuesday to Friday for those living in zip code 78207. If possible, pick up a meal in a personal vehicle. If transportation is unavailable, call for delivery service. Also providing well-checks by phone and some virtual activities.
Our Westside seniors have done so much for our community. HNS’s Senior Health program is our humble way to give back.
Comida y Comunidad
We offer seniors free lunch, prepared onsite by our talented cooks. These meals nourish not only bodies but spirits as seniors join together. Food is such a powerful way to build community!
Promoting Physical and Mental Health
Our seniors enjoy activities such as yoga, Zumba, bingo, dances, and crafting. We partner with other local groups and agencies to provide education on various health topics.
For information about our Senior Health program, including senior lunches, click here.
This program serves residents of zip codes 78207, 78228, and 78237 who are 60+ years old.
Free
The aim is to directly impact communities, neighborhoods, and homes with services such as cleaning yards, performing minor home repairs, covering graffiti, providing support and assistance for elderly as well as providing urgent needs such as food, clothing, and teen interventions.
Adopt-A-Block engages volunteer teams of staff mentors, at-risk youth, community non-profits, businesses, and residents to serve the low-income communities of San Antonio. The vision is to impact the community one block, one family at a time.
San Antonio Dream Center Food Outreach program’s mission is to fight hunger while providing hope. This program provides weekly food distributions at Dream Center West and Healing Place Church San Antonio in Fair Oaks.
Requirements:
- Application with household members and information.
- There are zip code boundaries.
- If emergency assistance is needed, please call 210-590-2551 to make an appointment.
Free.
Our Community First Food Pantries are designed to provide members of our community who are facing food insecurity essential non-perishable items in accessible and trusted locations throughout San Antonio and surrounding counties.
The mission of Community First Food Pantries is to help in the fight against food insecurity by supplying food and other items without barriers for those in immediate need while acting as a catalyst, inspiring others to give alongside us.
Our vision is a Community First Food Pantry in every local community, so those in need can access food and other items when needed.
What is a Community First Food Pantry?
- 24/7 Access - Open seven days a week, 24 hours a day and freely accessible to all, removing barriers to food access.
- Free-Standing, Weather-Proof, and Conveniently Located Outdoors - Maintenance and up keep provided by Community First.
- 100% Free - No Cost, No Registration, No Sign-Up. Take what is needed and give back what and when you can.
We are always looking for new locations where our Food Pantries could benefit community members. If your organization would like to house a Food Pantry on its grounds, please fill out our Food Pantry Request Form.
How Can You Help?
- Stop by one of our Food Pantry locations when it’s convenient for you and drop off needed non-perishable donation(s).
- Volunteer your site to house a Food Pantry.
- Contact Us for other ways you can help.
Free.
The Nopalitos Free Pantry is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of San Antonio, Tx at 426 Rigsby Ave. It exists with support from the community to provide free dry goods to anyone in need.
It is a "Take what you need, give what you can" resource.
We Accept:
- Non perishables
- Hygeine products
- Pet Food
- Books
We have a Little Free Library at this location.
Free.
Take what you need, Give what you can.
We accept donations of new, unopened:
- nonperishables
- hygiene products
- bottled water
- diapers
- baby wipes
- laundry detergent
- kid-friendly snacks
- easy-open soups
- books
We also have a Little Free Library at this location.
No registration is required.
Free.
COVID-19 Notice
Call for current details.
If you are in need of food, we welcome you. Pick up a basket of food items and feel God's love.
Free
Community pantry located at 3203 W. Houston St. in San Antonio on the corner of W. Houston and N. Hamilton. Donate what you can/take what you need!
We Accept:
- Non perishables
- Perishables
- Hygeine products
- Books
We also have a Little Free Library at this location.
For monetary donations: Cash app $westsidepantry.
Free.
Presa Community Center improves lives by providing access to needed resources and tools for social and personal transformation.
Requirements for Clients:
- Valid ID
- Current utility bill in their name
Free.
Pax Christi is a Catholic peace movement with 120 member organizations worldwide that promotes peace.
Requirements:
- Application with household members and information
- Valid ID
- Drive-Thru Food Distribution
We are a vegan/vegetarian little library and pantry.
Take what you need, Leave what you can.
We Accept:
- non-perishables
- vegetarian foods
- cold items
- books
- diapers
- hygiene supplies
Open 24/7, donations accepted 24/7.
We also have a Little Free Library at this location.
Free.
In cooperation with the San Antonio Food Bank, we provide food to neighbors experiencing food insecurity.
Requirements:
- Serving zip codes 78214, 78221, 78264, 78211.
- Emergency cases served Tuesday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Call for appointment.
- Daisy Cares Pet Food Program, 1st Tuesday of the Month. Call to register.
Free.
Our pantry operates in partnership with the San Antonio Food Bank.
Requirements:
- Valid ID
- Proof of Residency (i.e. utility bill)
- Serving Zip Codes 78210 and 78214
- We will serve anyone on an emergency case by case basis
Food Bank serving the elderly, sick, and homeless in the community.
No Requirements.
No Fees.