News Archive

Jun 06

Nutrition Education Classes Help Promote Social Support System

The Food Bank's nutrition education classes help promote socialization between participants which supports a healthy lifestyle, especially among older adults.

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Jun 02

Stamp Out Hunger Impacts Central Texas Families

The annual largest nation-wide food drive, Stamp Out Hunger, continues to make an impact for Central Texas families facing hunger.

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May 23

Johnny's Selected Seeds is Helping the Food Bank Garden Grow

Johnny's Selected Seeds has chosen the Food Bank as a recipient of their Charitable Giving Program. They donated thousands of seeds that will help keep families healthy!

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May 22

Dairy Tic-Tac-Toe, One Game at a Time

Our nutrition team is constantly improving the curriculum to make learning about nutrition fun and easy for children. During one of the classes, the children had the opportunity to play tic-tac-toe with a twist. 

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May 22

Thanks for an Amazing Austin Reggae Fest 2017!

Thank you to all who made Austin Reggae Festival a huge succes this year. We couldn't have done it without your support!

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May 19

Donate Fresh Produce from your Garden!

Did you know the Food Bank takes fresh produce donations? Well, if you have excess fresh produce in your garden, here's how you can donate it to the Food Bank to help families stay healthy.

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May 17

Food Bank Receives $92,500 Gift to Support Programs for Older Adults

The Food Bank received a $92,500 donation made possible by Enterprise Rent-A-Car Foundation and Feeding America to help older adults, like Julia, stay healthy with nutritious meals.

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May 10

Food Bank Earns Three-Star Rating on Sustainability

The Food Bank earned a three-star rating on sustainability from the Austin Energy Green Building. Staying green and helping families in need!

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May 09

The Age of Asparagus

As the Food Bank's garden comes together, the baby asparagus caught our eye. As the asparagus grows, tiny shoots spring up from the soil and eventually the plant develops fern-like leaves.

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May 05

After Flood, Woman Receives Help from the Food Bank

After a flood hit Billie's home in Buda, she lost everything. Thanks to the Food Bank, she has been able to receive food to help her through her time of need.

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