500 E. St. Johns Ave., Austin, TX 78752
512-381-7104
The St. John Community Food Center is designed to serve as a model for not just Austin, but also our nation’s food banks. This pantry serves on average 150 families each week through the client choice system. The Food Bank offers additional development opportunities such as social services asssitance to help move clients toward personal sustainability and away from needing day-to-day emergency food assistance. This pantry is part of a collaborative effort with For The City and other nonprofits providing complementary services for low-income clients.
Clients may receive up to 50 pounds of food items including fresh fruits and vegetables, non-perishable items, breads, frozen meats, and other staples. Distributions take place on Wednesday from 9 - 11 a.m. Visits are limited to once per month.
Older adults may visit twice per month through regular Wednesday distributions and on the 4th monday of the month.
Tuesday 9 a.m. – noon (stocking the shelves)
Wednesday 8:30 a.m. – noon (distribution to families)
Visit out volunteer page for more information.
