FOOD DRIVES

Why We Love Food Drives ❤️

Food drives are one of the most meaningful ways our community comes together to fight hunger. Every box, can, and bag collected through your school, business, or church drive helps fill the shelves of the West Texas Food Bank—and ultimately, the tables of our neighbors across 19 counties.

Hosting a food drive not only provides essential items that every family needs, it also raises awareness about hunger right here in West Texas. It’s a hands-on, team-building experience that inspires compassion, brings people together, and turns generosity into immediate impact.

When you organize a food drive, you’re helping us keep our pantries stocked with nutritious, shelf-stable staples that can be distributed year-round. We especially encourage donations of:

🥣 Breakfast items: Cereal, oatmeal, and Pop-Tarts
🥜 Protein sources: Peanut butter, canned meats (chicken, tuna, Spam), and beans
🍚 Meal staples: Rice, pasta, pasta sauce, and boxed meals like mac & cheese
🥫 Easy-open items: Canned fruits, vegetables, soups, and stews
🍼 Family essentials: Baby food, formula, and shelf-stable milk

Every single item collected makes a difference. A single can may seem small, but together, they add up to thousands of meals for children, seniors, and families in need.

If your company, school, or group would like to host a food drive, we’d love to help you get started! Contact Martha Carrasco at mcarrasco@wtxfoodbank.org to schedule your collection or request materials and bins. Together, we can make sure no one in West Texas goes hungry.