The Food Bank of Corpus Christi- Coastal Bend

The Food Bank of Corpus Christi distributes food in bulk to incorporated 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations or churches that have a purpose or mission statement related to the care and feeding of the ill, needy, or children. The Food Bank has Food Pantries in every zip code in Corpus Christi and has representation in most of the 11 rural counties that are served.

Clients may call the Food Bank, give their zip code and then will be referred to the agency that is most convenient to their home. The guidelines for income are based on family size, it is the responsibility of the pantries to determine if a client meets that criteria. A client must provide proof of residence in the area in which they live and a picture ID. Generally these pantries are emergency pantries which serve the clients at least 4 times per year.

The Food Bank does not distribute food directly to individuals.

Other programs of interest are:

• Diabetes -Hands on Learning Pogram
• Backpack Program- students identified by school nurse, teacher, or counselor as at risk for nutritional  needs, will be given a backpack of nutritional food on Friday before weekends or holidays.
• Kids Cafe:An afterschool program that provides a safe environment where children who do not have adult supervision after school can come and recieve a hot meal or snack in addition to homework assistance.
• Mobile Pantry-Program reaches individuals and families living in rural areas and surrounding counties of South Texas.
• Diabetes Pantry-Program helps clients that is in need of food assistance and to manage their diabetes by providing them staple foods and fresh produce. Provides Nutritional classes, program usually lasts 6 months in duration.

Location

5442 Bear Lane
Corpus Christi, 78405, TX

Accessible Location: No

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