Houston Food Bank

Houston Food Bank America’s largest food bank in distribution leading hunger relief in 18 southeast Texas counties.
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🍏Serving Houston and southeast Texas since 1982, Houston Food Bank’s mission is to provide . We provide access to 140 million nutritious meals in 18 counties through our 1,600 community partners of food pantries, soup kitchens, social service providers and schools. Filling gaps on plates, we have a strong focus on healthy foods and fresh produce. In collaboration with our commun

ity, we advocate for policy change and racial equity, and promote dialogue on ways to increase access to food and to improve the lives of those in our communities, including services and connections to programs that address the root causes of hunger and are aimed at helping families achieve long-term stability: nutrition education, health management and help with securing state-funded assistance. We are a resource for individuals and families in times of hardship.

We are honored to share that Houston Restaurant Weeks 2025 raised a remarkable $1,651,698 in support of Houston Food Ban...
06/11/2026

We are honored to share that Houston Restaurant Weeks 2025 raised a remarkable $1,651,698 in support of Houston Food Bank. This contribution will help us provide millions of nutritious meals to individuals and families across our 18‑county service area. 🍏

Thank you to the participating restaurants, diners, and The Cleverley Stone Foundation for their continued partnership and commitment to our mission of Food for Better Lives.

Learn more about Houston Restaurant Weeks 2025: bit.ly/3Q04KsF

📸 Photography by Johnny Than Photography

06/05/2026

Summer meals for kids is back! ☀️💚

With options to eat a meal on-site or take a box home, you can choose what works best for your family.

Check out our Kids Cafe map to find a site near you: bit.ly/KidsCafeMap

06/04/2026

Hurricane season is here, Houston. 🌀

Stay prepared, stay informed, and make sure your family has a plan.

ℹ️ Additional resources and information are available here: bit.ly/3yorV6x

COMING JUNE 2026 🌞 Join us on the SNAP Summer Tour. Check out the full schedule: bit.ly/4uzxcAs 🚌
05/30/2026

COMING JUNE 2026 🌞

Join us on the SNAP Summer Tour. Check out the full schedule: bit.ly/4uzxcAs 🚌

Houston Food Bank's Civic Hub, Cornerstone Family Resource Center, is getting election‑ready! 🗳️ Members recently joined...
05/15/2026

Houston Food Bank's Civic Hub, Cornerstone Family Resource Center, is getting election‑ready! 🗳️ Members recently joined a Voting Essentials session during a Tax and Voter Seminar to better support their community.

The upcoming May runoff election is a critical opportunity to make your voice heard. 📣 Cornerstone is leading the way by ensuring their community is informed, prepared, and ready to vote.

Make your plan to vote:

🗳️ Early Voting
May 18–22 | 7 AM – 7 PM

🗳️ Election Day
May 26 | 7 AM – 7 PM

Like our Civic Hub leaders, take the time to get informed and participate in shaping your community. Get ready to vote here ➡️ bit.ly/493jBK0

SNAP work requirements have changed. 🕒We’re here to help you feel confident about keeping your benefits.Tap here for sup...
05/14/2026

SNAP work requirements have changed. 🕒

We’re here to help you feel confident about keeping your benefits.

Tap here for support: bit.ly/4r00TZR

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from Houston Food Bank 💕

To every mom who visits our partners, volunteers, or supports our mission: thank you for the countless ways you care.

Houston is stronger because of you. 💗

05/08/2026

📣 WE’RE HIRING! 📣

Houston Food Bank is now hiring seasonal staff for our Summer Feeding program!* If you have a passion for our mission, food for better lives, check out the open positions below:

🍏 Utility Assistant
🍏 Production Assistant
🍏 Cook
🍏 Rural Non-Congregate Specialist
🍏 Class C Drivers

Apply here: bit.ly/4faKPkJ

*This position is seasonal and contingent, lasting approximately 9–11 weeks. Based on volume and business need, the length of the assignment may be adjusted.

05/04/2026

The NALC’s Annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive is almost here! Check out the details below 👇

🗓️ Saturday, May 9, 2026
🥫 Place non‑perishable food items in a bag by your mailbox
📫 Your letter carrier will do the rest

Let’s stamp out hunger together: bit.ly/4d2fm1n

Congratulations to the winners of our first-ever Houston Food Bank Volunteer Service Awards! 🍏 Thank you to every volun...
05/01/2026

Congratulations to the winners of our first-ever Houston Food Bank Volunteer Service Awards! 🍏

Thank you to every volunteer who has dedicated their time to supporting our mission of food for better lives. You serve as the backbone of our operations, helping us reach more than one million neighbors across our 18‑county service area.

Whether you’re a student, a corporate team, or an individual neighbor, every new face in our warehouse brings us closer to our ambitious goal of reaching 100,000 unique volunteers.

Check out this year’s winners and learn more: bit.ly/4un97MO

Address

535 Portwall Street
Houston, TX
77029

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 9pm
Wednesday 7am - 9pm
Thursday 7am - 9pm
Friday 7am - 9pm
Saturday 7am - 4pm

Telephone

+18323699390

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