Created in 1982, Houston Food Bank is an organization that feeds about 137,000 people each week. Through its soup kitchens, pantries, senior centers, and other facilities, it has reached out to those in need and suffering from hunger in Texas. The institution also works hand in hand with other agencies by providing food and other needed items.

The charitable group now operates in a 308,000 square foot facility and is now the nation’s largest Feeding America food bank. This operation is also the source of food for 18 other Southeast Texas county relief charities. They produce 70 million pounds of food annually. Their prepared meals are produced from their Keegan Center and their produce and other perishable items are stored in their warehouse in 535 Portwall.

Through their partnerships with other establishments including food drives, volunteering, and monetary donations, the institution is able to finance their needs to continue their operations. They also offer nutritional education, hands-on job training and assistance with food stamp applications.