Government Shutdown 2025:
Hunger-Relief Efforts
Government Shutdown - Day 40 (11/9/25)
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First Day of Government Shutdown - Oct. 1
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First Day of Delayed SNAP Benefits - Nov. 1
GIVE TO THE RELIEF FUND
TODAY!
$1=10 MEALS
SCAN HERE
GET HELP
Government Shutdown Assistance
If you are affected by the government shutdown, the South Texas Food Bank is here to help. Due to high demand, we encourage calling ahead rather than visiting in person. Please have an ID and proof of SNAP benefits, government, or military ID ready. You will either receive immediate assistance or be given a date and time for pick-up. Call 726-3120 for support — you are not alone.
Please note: We understand these are challenging times. Due to high demand for our services across our eight-county service area, we may only be able to assist you once per month. If the shutdown continues beyond November, we will explore additional ways to provide support to ensure no one in our community goes without help, as funding allows.
Asistencia Durante el Cierre del Gobierno
Si se ve afectado por el cierre del gobierno, el Banco de Alimentos del Sur de Texas está aquí para ayudarlo. Debido a la alta demanda, recomendamos llamar antes de acudir en persona. Por favor tenga a mano una identificación y comprobante de beneficios SNAP, identificación gubernamental o militar. Recibirá asistencia inmediata o se le asignará una fecha y hora para la entrega. Llame al 726-3120 para recibir ayuda — no está solo.
Tenga en cuenta: Sabemos que estos son tiempos difíciles. Debido a la alta demanda de nuestros servicios en los ocho condados que atendemos, es posible que solo podamos asistirle una vez al mes. Si el cierre del gobierno continúa más allá de noviembre, exploraremos formas adicionales de brindar apoyo para asegurarnos de que nadie en nuestra comunidad se quede sin ayuda, según la disponibilidad de fondos.
GIVE HELP!
As the government shutdown continues, thousands of families across Webb, Zapata, Dimmit, Maverick, Val Verde, Jim Hogg, Kinney, and Starr counties may experience a disruption in their SNAP benefits this November. In response, the South Texas Food Bank is preparing for an increased demand for food assistance. We are doing everything we can to ensure our neighbors have consistent access to healthy, nutritious food during the shutdown and beyond.
If you or someone you know is in need of food, please click the button below for food resources in your area.
Ways to Help
We cannot fulfill our mission without the generosity of our community, and we are deeply grateful for the outpouring of support. When everyone works together to alleviate hunger, we can create lasting change across South Texas. Whether you’d like to donate funds, donate food, or volunteer, here’s how you can make a difference:
Donate Funds
Financial contributions are one of the most effective ways to make a meaningful impact: $1 equals 10 meals. Thanks to our relationships with local retailers, your donation stretches further as we purchase food in bulk. Your funds right now allow us to buy the food that we need to meet the increasing demand for food assistance!
Interested in making a recurring impact? Become a Monthly Donor and help provide a steady lifeline for families.
Donate Food
Donated food helps provide nourishing meals to families in need. You can organize a food drive at your community, school, or office—every donation counts! We strongly encourage non-perishable items only.
Food donations are accepted Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. at our facility at 2121 Jefferson St. When delivering, go to the main office. A team member will assist with your donation.
Volunteer
Volunteers are the heart of our organization. With the increased demand during the SNAP benefit disruption, gifts of time are critical. Whether you volunteer alone, with family, or in a small group, your support allows us to serve more people efficiently.
Advocate
Active-duty military members, public servants, and government contractors are working hard to care for their families, and many in our community face SNAP disruptions this month. Now is the time to use our voices collectively to ensure families have the stability they need.
We urge you to contact your elected officials to reopen the government and maintain the nutrition programs that help families get back on their feet. Together, we can ensure that every family in South Texas has access to the food they need.
For more information, call 956-726-3120 or send your message to info@southtexasfoodbank.org.
Most-Needed Food Items:
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Boxed Meals
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Peanut Butter
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Macaroni & Cheese
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Canned Tuna & Chicken
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CerealPancake Mix
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Canned Fruit & Vegetables
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Pork & Beans
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Pasta & Sauce
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Rice
