Translate this page AGENCIES EVENTS CAREERS CATERING ABOUT US LOGIN Volunteer Donate Home Find Food Now Get Help Help with Food Stamps Learn More Hunger Around Us Get Involved Donate Get Help We believe your budget shouldn't be a barrier to eating right. Our friendly, professional partners are here to give you FREE food help - whether it's healthy food, applying for government programs or nutrition education classes. Help Applying for SNAP (Food Stamps) If you need help applying for SNAP/food stamps and other State benefits like Medicaid, TANF, Healthy Texas Women, Medicare Savings Program, CHIP and CHIP Perinatal, the Food Bank can help you through the application process over the phone, by computer, or by calling our hotline at 855-366-3401. You can send in your request for a telephone or on-site appointment using this link. We have implemented social distancing models and will see a limited number of clients at one time on-site at the Food Bank. Making an appointment in advance for an in-person meeting is vital. Resources For You Pantry times are subject to change. For questions, contact the number listed for your pantry, or reach out to the Central Texas Food Bank. List of places to get free food (Referral Guide) in English and Spanish Mobile Pantry Calendar for November and December For additional information on calendar changes and updates, call our hotline at 512-684-2559. Fresh Food For Families calendar for November and December Information about senior programs for those 55+ (HOPE) and 60+ (CSFP) HOPE Calendar for November and December CSFP Calendar for November and December Help with applying for food assistance (SNAP) - Please call our hotline at 855-366-3401 to request an appointment. Get Help 24/7 by dialing 2-1-1 or calling toll-free 877-541-7905. Multilingual assistance and TDD access are available. Your Right to Receive Food When you get food from a Food Bank partner, you are entitled to these basic rights: to receive food and/or meals at no cost to NOT be required to participate in a religious event, or pay dues as a condition of receiving food to NOT be refused service or discriminated against based on your race, color, age, religion, national origin, disability, gender, sexual orientation or political affiliation to be treated with respect and dignity at all times to NOT be required to show proof of income, identification, citizenship, driver's license, social security card, birth certificate, or any other documentation If you feel your rights have been violated, please contact us at 512-282-2111. What to Expect When Visiting a Food Pantry, Food Distribution or Mobile Food Pantry When you arrive, the agency representative will ask you to fill out a basic form to show that you live in the area and ask that you declare that you need help with food. Consider bringing a food cart or several reusable bags to take your food to your final destination. Assistance may be limited. Be sure to ask how often you may visit or use services. Many of our partners provide additional support services such as help paying for bills, job training, health services and help with transportation. You may be required to provide additional information to the agency to receive help. Is the weather bad? Is it a holiday? Call our hotline to see if any of our food distributions are canceled: 512-684-2559. Help with Food Stamps Join the millions of Texans stretching their budget with food stamps (SNAP). We can help you enroll in the program and make healthy food more affordable for you and your family. LEARN MORE! Help for Kids We provide good food choices for all stages of life. Discover our programs specially designed for every age. LEARN MORE! Help for Seniors We provide good food choices for all stages of life. Discover our programs specially designed for every age. LEARN MORE! Nutrition Education We are committed to healthy foods and healthy lives. Start learning and discover free classes in your neighborhood. LEARN MORE! Produce of the Month Class Join us to harvest fresh, seasonal produce in our on-site garden, and learn two quick and easy ways to prepare the food at home. LEARN MORE! Introduction to Organic Gardening Come learn the basics of organic gardening in this two-part class series offered in our on-site garden. In English and Spanish. LEARN MORE! Home Delivery Program The Central Texas Food Bank, in partnership with the Austin Public Health Neighborhood Services Unit and Amazon, is launching a home delivery program. LEARN MORE! Central Texas Food Bank’s Culinary Training Program The Food Bank now offers a free 12-week Culinary Training Program in our state-of-the-art kitchen! LEARN MORE! 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