Food Pantry near
If you are in need of food, we welcome you. Pick up a basket of food items and feel God's love.
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 upkeep are provided by Community First.
- 100% Free - No Cost, No Registration, No Sign-Up. Take what you need 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.
The Care Cottage is here to serve our community by providing emergency food and clothing services.
The Care Cottage is located on our church campus just across the parking lot from the main office doors.
We are always looking for members to volunteer their time at the Care Cottage.
Free.
We invite you to join us every Friday @ 10:00am for free groceries and prayer
Free.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Services Offered:
- Food Pantry
- Utility Assistance
- Rental Assistance
Food Pantry Requirements:
- Must reside within parish boundary. Please call before to see if you qualify for assistance at this parish.
- Must have a picture ID.
| Monday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Thursday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Friday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Saturday: CLOSED |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
Feeding body and soul.
Requirements:
- Application with household members and information.
- Government Assistance information, if any.
- Drive-Thru Food Distribution.
Free.
Sharing with neighbors in need.
Free.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Services Offered:
- Food Pantry
- Clothing Assistance
- Home Visits
- Bus Tickets
- Utility Assistance
- Rental Assistance
Requirements:
- Valid ID.
- Must reside within parish boundary.
- Application with household members and information.
- Curbside Food Distribution.
Free.
by Community First Health Plans
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 mission is to feed our community and nourish people by providing love through our food resources.
Requirements:
- Valid ID
- General Application with Household Information when you arrive
Free.
Project HOPE (Healthy Options Program for the Elderly) The Project HOPE program is a city funded program through the City of San Antonio. This program provides seniors living on a fixed income with supplemental staple groceries on a monthly bases to help fight hunger and malnutrition.
The program offers between 35-45 lbs of perishable/non-perishable food. Exact contents vary, though items selected would include fresh, frozen, and shelf-stable produce, proteins, dairy, grains, peanut butter or beans.
Click here for more information.
Criteria for Project HOPE
Age qualification:
The seniors must be 60 years of age and older and be within 185% of the federal poverty guidelines to participate in the program. All participants must reside within Bexar County. Each qualifying senior in a household can sign up separately to receive the program.
Required documents:
- Valid ID
- Proof of address (Utility bill)
- Proof of income (SSI award letter or current paystubs)
Click here to find if you meet the income qualification.
Free.
The Lord says to love your neighbor as yourself, and we try to live those words in our daily walk. At Christ Redeeming Community Church, we seek out opportunities to serve our community and those in need.
All who are in need are welcome to attend.
Free
Outreach Ministries at FLIM meets the needs of the people in the community outside the four walls of the ministry.
Sharing with neighbors in need.
Project HOPE (Healthy Options Program for the Elderly) The Project HOPE program is a city funded program through the City of San Antonio. This program provides seniors living on a fixed income with supplemental staple groceries on a monthly bases to help fight hunger and malnutrition.
The program offers between 35-45 lbs of perishable/non-perishable food. Exact contents vary, though items selected would include fresh, frozen, and shelf-stable produce, proteins, dairy, grains, peanut butter or beans.
Click here for more information.
Criteria for Project HOPE:
Age qualification:
The seniors must be 60 years of age and older and be within 185% of the federal poverty guidelines to participate in the program. All participants must reside within Bexar County. Each qualifying senior in a household can sign up separately to receive the program.
Required documents:
- Valid ID
- Proof of address (Utility bill)
- Proof of income (SSI award letter or current paystubs)
Click here to find if you meet the income qualification.
Free.
The Choice Food Pantry allows our clients seeking food assistance to choose for themselves what products they receive.
This service is by appointment only. Sign-up is on the last Tuesday of every month from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM.
Please understand that available appointments fill up weeks in advance, so you may be placed on a waiting list.
Free
West Avenue Compassion distributes food weekly to those who have difficulty purchasing enough to avoid hunger.
Requirements:
- Click here to see the San Antonio Food Bank income guidelines.
- New clients must bring a photo ID and proof of residency (i.e., lease, CPS, or SAWS bill).
- Application with household members and information.
- Serving Bexar County residents.
- Drive-Thru Food Distribution.
Our pantry operates in partnership with the San Antonio Food Bank serving families in need.
The Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) allows qualified participants to buy nutritious fresh fruits and vegetables using FMNP vouchers from participating Farmers Market Associations to improve their diets.
The program promotes the routine consumption of healthy and fresh produce from Farmers Markets as part of the daily diet of the families and individuals we serve.
FMNP:
- is not a statewide program;
- provides resources to low-income women and children in the form of fresh, nutritious, unprepared, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and culinary herbs from farmers’ markets; and
- increases the domestic consumption of agricultural commodities by helping develop or expand domestic farmers’ markets.
Must be participating in the WIC program to be eligible for the FMNP vouchers.
The Agape Ministry provides emergency food and clothing, compassionate listening, referrals to other agencies, and resources to needy families.
We serve these eight zip codes in NE San Antonio: 78209, 78217, 78218, 78219, 78233, 78239, 78244, and 78247.
Anyone outside the designated zip codes can receive assistance once every four months.
We do not provide financial assistance for utilities and rent.
Please bring a valid ID and proof of residence (such as a utility bill, lease agreement, etc.).
| Monday: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM |
| Tuesday: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM |
| Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 11:30 PM , 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM |
| Thursday: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
| Friday: 9:30 AM - 11:30 PM |
| Saturday: CLOSED |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
Project HOPE (Healthy Options Program for the Elderly) The Project HOPE program is a city funded program through the City of San Antonio. This program provides seniors living on a fixed income with supplemental staple groceries on a monthly bases to help fight hunger and malnutrition.
The program offers between 35-45 lbs of perishable/non-perishable food. Exact contents vary, though items selected would include fresh, frozen, and shelf-stable produce, proteins, dairy, grains, peanut butter or beans.
Click here for more information.
Criteria for Project HOPE:
Age qualification:
The seniors must be 60 years of age and older and be within 185% of the federal poverty guidelines to participate in the program. All participants must reside within Bexar County. Each qualifying senior in a household can sign up separately to receive the program.
Required documents:
- Valid ID
- Proof of address (Utility bill)
- Proof of income (SSI award letter or current paystubs)
Click here to find if you meet the income qualification.
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.
Project HOPE (Healthy Options Program for the Elderly) The Project HOPE program is a city funded program through the City of San Antonio. This program provides seniors living on a fixed income with supplemental staple groceries on a monthly bases to help fight hunger and malnutrition.
The program offers between 35-45 lbs of perishable/non-perishable food. Exact contents vary, though items selected would include fresh, frozen, and shelf-stable produce, proteins, dairy, grains, peanut butter or beans.
Click here for more information.
Criteria for Project HOPE:
Age qualification:
The seniors must be 60 years of age and older and be within 185% of the federal poverty guidelines to participate in the program. All participants must reside within Bexar County. Each qualifying senior in a household can sign up separately to receive the program.
Required documents:
- Valid ID
- Proof of address (Utility bill)
- Proof of income (SSI award letter or current paystubs)
Click here to find if you meet the income qualification.
Free.
Our pantry operates in partnership with the San Antonio Food Bank.
Open to all families in need.
If you are in need on a day the pantry is not open, please call to have an Emergency Application filled out and get help sooner.
Free.
Accepted Fridge Donations:
- Fresh Fruit
- Fresh Veggies
- Eggs and Eggs Whites
- Milk and Non Dairy Milk Alternatives
- Water
- Juices
- Yogurt
- Cooked Meat, Tuna, and Lunch Meat
- Plant Based Alternatives
- Pre-Made Home Cooked Meals - Ingredients List and Allergies Must Be Listed
Accepted Hygeine Donations:
- Soap (individually wrapped bars, body wash, antibactrial hand wash)
- Loofas and Wash Cloths
- Shampoo and Conditioner
- Dental Hygeine
- Deodorant
- Brushes and Combs
- Baby Wipes and Diapers
- Toilet Papers, Tissues, and Paper Towels
Accepted Pantry Donations:
- Canned Goods
- Dry Goods
- Bread Tortillas
- Ramen Noodle Soup
- Baking Ingredients
- Powdered Milk
- Pet Food
For a complete list of accepted donations, check out our Facebook page!
Free.
This outreach provides food and clothing to the homeless, single mothers, and the elderly.
We provide bananas, cantaloupes, cakes, bread, bags of salad kits, and other items.
Visitors can select the items they want.
Free.
The Alamo Colleges are hosting Pop-Up Markets in collaboration with the San Antonio Food Bank to provide healthy food to students, employees, and the surrounding community through no-contact, drive-through events.
Students and employees may participate at any location. All participants must register in advance.
To find out when the next Pop Up Market is happening and to pre-register, call the San Antonio Food Bank at 210-431-8326.
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.