Food Pantry
North Texas Food Bank
NTFB partners with local organizations to host mobile food distributions, providing fresh produce, pantry staples, and hygiene items on a first-come, first-served basis. In 2024, NTFB distributed millions of meals across 13 counties. NTFB has a mobile food pantry, a map search to help you find a food pantry near you and programs for children and seniors.
Click Here for the Mobile Food Pantry Distribution Schedule
Perot Family Campus
3677 Mapleshade Lane
Plano Texas, 75075
Phone #: 214-330-1396
Email: info@ntfb.org
You can find Food Pantry’s local to the Metrocrest area below:
Location | Address | Schedule |
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Jan Pruitt Community Pantry | 123 Alexander Ave, Lancaster TX 75146 | Tuesday – Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
Our Lady of San Juan de Lagos – Santa Teresita | 2601 Singleton Blvd. Dallas, TX 75212 | Monday, 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. |
Our Lady of Perpetual Help | 7617 Cortland Ave, Dallas, TX 75235 | Thursday, 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. |
Ennis Container Pantry | 401 East Lampasas St., Ennis, TX 75119 | Tuesday – Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. |
Joe’s Pantry | 8102 Lyndon B. Johnson Fwy, Dallas, TX 75251 | Tuesday – Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. |
Texas WIC
The WIC program in Texas is part of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, a federally funded initiative administered by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). It aims to improve the health of low-income pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children under age five who are at nutritional risk by providing nutritious foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals to health and social services.
Click Here to apply for benefits or view qualification guidelines.
Call toll-free: 800-942-3678
Text us at 1-855-960-4551
Email: WICsupport@hhs.texas.gov
Offices located in the Metrocrest Area:
3024 E. Hebron Pkwy
Carrollton, TX 75010
Phone #: 972-446-1507
1111 West Airport Freeway Suit 237
Irving, TX 75062
Phone #: 214-670-7200
Email: Askwic@Dallascityhall.Com
3207 W Northwest Hwy
Dallas, TX 75220
Phone #: 214-670-7200
Email: Askwic@Dallascityhall.Com
Christian Community Action (CCA) Food Pantry
A faith-based nonprofit providing a food pantry with nonperishable items, produce, and hygiene products. While in Lewisville (Denton County), it serves residents in Denton County, Coppell ISD and Frisco ISD. Additional services include financial assistance, clothing, and seasonal programs (e.g., school supplies). Partners with the North Texas Food Bank.
Christian Community Action
200 S Mill St
Lewisville, TX 75057
Phone #: 972-221-1224
Crisis Ministries
Crisis Ministries is a 100% volunteer-run, nonprofit serving primarily Irving residents for over 30 years. It aims to meet immediate physical and spiritual needs while promoting self-respect and responsibility, helping individuals and families move from crisis to stability. The organization is a founding member of The Alliance, a collaborative nonprofit focused on trauma-informed care and coordinated services. Services provided include Food Pantry (plus hygiene and baby products), Emergency Financial Assistance, Transitional Solutions (homelessness to stable housing), Budget Assistance, Job Placement Support and Career Planning, and Hope and Healing in the form of post trauma emotional support.
Crisis Ministries
114 E. Second Street
Irving, TX 75060
Phone #: 972-254-0973
The Friendship House
The Friendship House is a faith-based, nonprofit relief ministry operated by First Baptist Church at the Fields. Its mission is to “extend the Kingdom of God and walk alongside individuals experiencing life’s challenges,” providing relief and transformational opportunities to help individuals and families realize their worth. It serves the Metrocrest area and, during certain periods, has accepted clients from all zip codes. (Check website for latest information). Services provided include food assistance, financial assistance, and prayer requests.
The Friendship House
3733 N. Josey Lane, Suite 103
Carrollton, TX 75007
Phone #: 972-512-3838
Email: friendshiphouse@firstfields.org
Grace Bridge Food Bank
Grace Bridge is a nonprofit organization addressing food insecurity in Collin, Denton, and Grayson Counties, including the Metrocrest areas . It operates a mobile food pantry, distributing nutritious food (produce, meat, canned goods), hygiene items, and clothing on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays (11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.) at 319 W Walnut St, Celina, TX, and other sites by appointment. No income verification is required, making it accessible. Funded by private donations and North Texas Food Bank partnerships, not taxpayer dollars, it serves ~400 families monthly with a faith-based, holistic approach. Other services include school supplies, disaster relief, and resale stores.
Grace Bridge Food Bank
319 W Walnut St
Celina, TX
Phone #: (214) 425-9423
Email: info@gracebridge.us
Holy Covenant United Methodist Food Pantry
Holy Covenant UMC maintains an emergency food pantry for those in need. The food is non-perishable items received through a partnership with North Texas Food Bank.
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The pantry is also open on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month from Noon to 1 pm.
Holy Covenant United Methodist
1901 E. Peters Colony
Carrollton, TX 75007
Phone #: (972) 492-2432
Email: ewebb@hcumc.org
Jewish Family Services Food Pantry
The JFS Food Pantry is a client-choice pantry, allowing individuals to select preferred food items to reduce waste and meet dietary needs. It is a partner of the North Texas Food Bank and provides nutritious foods and hygiene items. It includes Margot’s Kosher Corner, offering kosher meat, dairy, and seasonal items (e.g., Kosher for Passover foods) for those observing Jewish dietary laws. Clients can visit once a month by appointment, with trained volunteers assisting in selections based on family size and stock. In 2024, JFS served thousands of families, addressing food insecurity with dignity. Additional services include case management, counseling (individual, family, mental health), employment coaching, and referrals to health and social services.
9:00 am – 1:00 pm Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
By appointment only
Jewish Family Service
5402 Arapaho Road
Dallas, TX 75248
Questions? Call 972-437-9950 ×2 67
Metrocrest Services
Metrocrest Services has a food pantry that is available to Metrocrest Area residents that offers a variety of items, including milk, bread, meat, produce, canned goods, and hygiene/household supplies. Each household is provided with enough food for 14 days (based on family size and available stock). Residents are encouraged to make an appointment for shopping. A mobile Food Pantry also makes stops to various locations. Call 972-446-2100 for details or to request an appointment
Click Here for more information about the Metrocrest Services Food Pantry and to apply for Food Assistance.
Metrocrest Services
1145 N. Josey Ln.
Carrollton, TX 75006
Phone #: 972-446-2100
Email: info@metrocrestservices.org
Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m
Minnies Food Pantry
Minnie’s Food Pantry is a non-profit organization, named after Dr. Minnie Hawthorne-Ewing who was a community leader with a servant’s heart. Minnie’s is one of the largest food pantries in North Texas. was named Community Partner of The Year by The Chamber of Commerce and has provided over 21 million healthy meals to families in need.
Wednesday – Saturday, 8:30am – 11:30am
Closed Every 5th Saturday
Minnie’s Food Pantry
661 18th Street
Plano, Texas 75074
Phone #: 972-596-0253