Manos de Cristo

10/14/2026

A BIG thank you to St. David's Foundation for their continued support of our mission, for supporting communities with the greatest health needs and influencing the practices, policies, and systems that benefit them. See their announcement below.

: Today, St. David’s Foundation announced $16 million in grants dedicated to advancing community-driven change and improving access to care in Central Texas.

This investment underscores the Foundation’s commitment to supporting communities with the greatest health needs and to influencing the practices, policies, and systems that benefit them.

Read the full announcement and view grant recipients here: https://stdavidsfoundation.org/news-and-stories/grant-announcement-october-2026/

10/13/2026

A Helping Hand When It’s Needed Most 💙

Manos de Cristo’s Gloria & Tony Moreno Basic Needs Center provides emergency food and clothing assistance to individuals and families in need.

🥫 Food Pantry: Monday–Friday | 8–11 a.m.
👕 Clothes Closet: Tuesday–Thursday | 8–11 a.m.
First come, first served | Up to 12 households per day

Our goal is to provide up to one week’s worth of perishable and non-perishable food items and new or gently used clothing, based on availability. There are no income or ZIP code restrictions, and no appointment is necessary.

Whether someone is facing a temporary hardship or simply needs a little extra support, we’re here to help. To learn more about receiving assistance or donating, visit www.manosdecristo.org.

10/03/2026

🫔 Savor the flavor. Share the love. Give back to your community with the Manos Tamale Sale! Our delicious tamales make the perfect addition to your holiday table—and every order helps support Manos de Cristo’s life-changing programs, including low-cost dental care, adult education, and emergency food and clothing assistance for Central Texans in need.

Place your order by Dec. 6th and help us continue creating positive change in our community! 👉 Order your tamales today: www.manosdecristo.org/tamales

10/01/2026

The Tamale Sale begins today! Giving back never tasted so good! Proceeds benefit quality, low-cost dental care, adult education classes, and emergency food & clothing relief for our community members in need. Don't delay, order today:

MANOS DE CRISTO TAMALE SALE GIVING BACK DURING THE HOLIDAYS NEVER TASTED SO GOOD! Our annual Tamale Sale runs from October 1st until December 6th. The tamales will be ready for individual pick up at Manos de Cristo (or at participating organizations and churches) on Friday, December 11th. Proceeds p...

09/23/2026

At the Dental Center, we believe everyone deserves access to quality, affordable dental care. Our team provides preventive, restorative, and emergency dental services to help relieve pain, restore smiles, and rebuild confidence. ✨ For many Central Texans who are uninsured or underinsured, having access to dental care can make a meaningful difference—not only for their oral health, but for their overall well-being and quality of life. 🦷 Healthy smiles start here!

09/17/2026

We’re excited to announce that has received a $10,000 grant from the Applied Materials Foundation Community Fund to support Central Texas families facing food insecurity. 💚 This generous support will strengthen our efforts to provide essential food assistance to families and individuals experiencing insecurity with basic needs, such as food and hygiene essentials. Thank you to the Applied Materials Foundation for investing in our community and lifting up our neighbors in times of need. Together, we can make a meaningful difference!

09/11/2026

Thank you, Halff Community Initiative! 💚 We are incredibly grateful for your generous donation to the Food Pantry! Your contribution of rice, canned beans, detergent, and H-E-B gift cards will help provide essential food and household items to individuals and families in our community. Your generosity ensures our neighbors have access to the essentials they need.

09/10/2026

🌸SAVE THE DATE! 🌸 Something beautiful is in bloom! 🌷🦋

Join for our Share the Love Gala 2027: Hope in Full Bloom on April 3, 2027, at the Fairmont Austin. This special evening will celebrate the power of community, generosity, and hope while supporting Manos de Cristo’s life-changing programs that help more than 30,000 Central Texans each year grow, thrive, and stay healthy.

🌺 Share the Love Gala 2027
📅 April 3, 2027
📍 Fairmont Austin
🌸 Hope in Full Bloom

Mark your calendar and get ready to Share the Love!💜 Stay tuned to www.manosdecristo.org for more information.

09/04/2026

Manos de Cristo Dental Center will be closed on Saturday, September 5. All Manos de Cristo offices and the Dental Center will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8, with normal business hours. Wishing our community a safe and restful holiday weekend! ✨

09/02/2026

Education classes are back in session for the fall! 🍎 📚 We are so excited to welcome our students and begin another season of learning, growth, and opportunity! From improving English and computer skills to preparing for citizenship, our students are gaining valuable knowledge and tools to help build brighter futures. We can’t wait to see all that our students accomplish this fall. 💙