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If you or someone you know is in need of food, here are options for direct access to food support, help in applying for government assistance and education classes to help you prepare healthy affordable meals at home.All services are free of charge.

Call 2-1-1 A United Way service, 2-1-1 Texas provides information about health and human services in a variety of languages. 2-1-1 is free and accessible 24/7. Call to find out where to find the nearest food pantry or soup kitchen how to apply for emergency food stamps where to access other social services such as WIC, rent assistance and more
Sign up for Social Services You may qualify for social services assistance provided through federal and state programs. These programs can help you stretch your budget and make healthy food more affordable for you and your family. Save time and money by allowing CAFB's staff help you apply for SNAP (Food Stamps) Children's Medicaid CHIP (Children's Health Insurance Program) CHIP Perinatal Program TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) Women's Health Program (family planning and health screenings) Contact us (se habla español): Call 512-684-2550 or toll-free 1855-684-2550 or schedule an appointment online . View a monthly calendar (PDF). Learn more about Social Services Outreach.
Visit a Partner Agency Partner Agencies include food pantries, soup kitchens and snack programs for individuals and families in need. They can help you fill your shelves with pantry staples and your refrigerator with meats, dairy and fresh produce. Some Agencies provide hot meals on site and much more. At some agencies, proof of residence is required to access services. Please contact the Partner Agency to learn how often you may visit and what information you may need to bring with you. View a list of Partner Agencies by county. View the Emergency Food Assistance Referral List (PDF).
Get Fresh, Healthy Food In addition to receiving food at your local Partner Agency, you may visit CAFB's Fresh Food For Families distributions and "Wheels of Sharing" Mobile Food Pantry sites. Every month, you may receive 10 pounds or more of fresh produce such as potatoes, apples, onions, corn and much more. Be sure to bring sturdy bags or a small shopping cart with you. Fresh Food for Families Learn more. \| View a monthly calendar. \| View a map. "Wheels of Sharing" Mobile Food Pantry Learn more. \| View a monthly calendar. \| View a map.
Services for Children The Food Bank provides balanced, nutritious meals for children during the summer months and after school at select sites in Central Texas. Our meal programs are combined with enriching activities for your your children to enjoy. CAFB also provides kid-friendly nutrition education classes to help them learn proper nutrition and to prepare simple meals on their own. Kids Cafe Learn more. \| View a map. CHOICES Nutrition Education Program Learn more.
Services for Older Adults For older adults with health concerns that may include special dietary restrictions, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity and others, CAFB's HOPE (Healthy Options Program for the Elderly) sites provide nutritious foods with you in mind. HOPE Program Learn more. \| View a map.
Take a Nutrition Class Would you like to learn how to eat healthier meals, enjoy an active lifestyle and encourage children to enjoy healthy snacks within a limited budget? CAFB's CHOICES nutrition education program provides free classes for youth and adults of all ages. All classes are FREE and open to qualified individuals. Each class is one to one and a half hours long. Learn more.