How We Serve

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JOIN OUR TEAM? VOLUNTEERS MAKE IT POSSIBLE

Volunteers are the backbone of our entire program. Volunteers do everything from office work to unloading trucks to food distribution.

If you wish to volunteer, please contact us.

Our Volunteers demonstrate:

Respect for diversity issues
Sensitivity, respect, and knowledge of the special needs of the homeless, elderly and those who lack resources
Commitment, compassion, flexibility, and the desire to offer their services on a dependable schedule

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HOW WE SERVE

We purchase and accept donated food from various Individuals around the Lake, the East Texas Food Bank, Brookshire Grocery Company, Dollar General, and Walmart.

In 2023, we received, inventoried and distributed over 128,000 lbs. of food to 1,237 families comprised of 3,858 individuals suffering from food insecurity in the Cedar Creek Lake area of Henderson County, TX.

Programs We Offer

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EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE

We are led by our commitment to the mission that no one in our community should go hungry.

With a friendly smile, a heart full of love, and a bag full of staple groceries, the Community Food Pantry extends its arms wide open to those who need food support for themselves and their families. All are welcome at the Community Food Pantry in Tool.

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and USDA civil rights regulations and policies, the Community Food Pantry in Tool does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

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SNAP ASSISTANCE

Supplemental
Nutrition
Assistance
Program

The Community Food Pantry helps connect people with benefits they may be eligible for, such as SNAP, formerly known as Food Stamps, helping them feed themselves and their families.

A volunteer Outreach Specialist can help those in our service area complete an application with a personal visit at our Pantry.

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HEALTHY COOKING CLASSES

Food opens the heart’s doors. We conduct cooking classes and demonstrate how to make delicious meals using the same ingredients provided by the Community Food Pantry.

Sample delicious food and carry home a bag of groceries to experiment on your own. The goal is to provide education and develop self-esteem and confidence through cooking.

SENIOR PROGRAM

Generous community donations have allowed us to provide more than 100 senior citizens with additional hygiene items and food on a monthly basis.

We welcome donations specifically designated for our Senior since hygiene products are quite expensive and a luxury some cannot afford.

Stop by the Community Food Pantry and donate your hygiene items or any item referenced below. We are open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Or call us at (903) 432-3003 and we will be happy to have someone meet you at the Pantry during closed hours.

The Seniors would be very appreciative of any of the following donated items:
Shampoo and Bar Soap
Toothpaste and Toothbrushes
Shaving Cream and Razors
Toilet Paper
Adult underwear
Fruit juice (Cranberry or Grape)
Pop Top cans of Mac & Cheese, Chili, Beef Stew, etc.
Cheese slices (24 slice size)
Instant Coffee and Ground Coffee

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