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Give Food

HELP HEAL THE HURT OF HUNGER

At the Food Bank of the Golden Crescent, we believe that everyone deserves access to nutritious meals and take pride in being part of such a generous community. 

We always welcome individuals, families, and organizations to come together and make a profound impact on those in need. Whether through food drives, sharing homegrown produce from your garden, or donating venison to Hunters for the Hungry, your contributions can help alleviate hunger for those facing food insecurity. 

Organize a Food Drive

Hosting a Food Drive brings the community together to address hunger, offering vital support to those in need while raising awareness about food insecurity.

The Best Foods to Donate

Learn about the foods that are not only most needed but also most requested by families experiencing food insecurity

Donate Produce

We gladly accept produce donations, whether homegrown or store-bought. Fresh fruits and vegetables are always greatly appreciated.

Donate Venison

Hunters for the Hungry encourages local hunters and processors to donate deer, helping provide nutritious meat to those in need throughout the community.

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How to Host a Food Drive

How to host a Food Drive? 

The Food Bank depends on the generosity of individuals like you to provide essential resources to those in need through our network of member agencies. You don’t need to be a fundraising expert to make a difference—anyone can organize a food drive, and that includes YOU!

We make it easy for you to host a successful food drive. Our team is here to support you every step of the way! We provide collection barrels, promotional materials, and helpful guidance to ensure your drive runs smoothly.

Ready to get started? Just let us know your preferred date and location for the food drive, and we’ll deliver the collection barrels right to you. Once your drive is complete, we’ll arrange to pick them up.

Join us in the fight against hunger and make a meaningful impact in your community today. To get started, contact Meridith Byrd via email or by calling
361-578-0591 x208.

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Best Foods to Donate

THE BEST FOODS
TO DONATE

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Produce

DONATE PRODUCE

Do you have fruit trees in your yard? Have you found a great deal on potatoes that you’d like to share? Or perhaps you have a vegetable garden or a farm and want to provide fresh produce to those in need? If so, we welcome your food donations at the Food Bank!

Fresh fruits and vegetables are incredibly valued by our clients and member agencies, and we are continuously seeking new resources to support our community. Your generous contributions can make a significant difference in the lives of those we serve.

If you are interested in donating food to the Food Bank, please call us at 361-578-0591 for more information. We also provide receipts for tax deduction purposes, ensuring that your generosity can help you as well. Currently, donated food is valued at the national Feeding America standard of $1.73 per pound,
 

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Looking for Ways to Give?

FBGC's newly redesigned webpage includes information on supporting your local Food Bank through giving. 

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Hours of Operation

Monday-Friday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
(closed for lunch from 12:00 to 1:00)

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Volunteer Opportunities

Join us the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month from 8:00 am to noon (individuals or groups). Groups can arrange to volunteer on weekday evenings or after 1:00 pm on Saturday by calling 361-578-0591. *Special Events may be held on weekends. 

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