We provide healthy, nutritionally balanced, high-quality food to individuals and families in need.
****Notice: Effective January 01, 2025 food assistance will only be available by delivery, as our Mobile Pantry Pick-up will be closed January 01, 2025 though Feburary 28, 2025. At this time we’re only able to assist homebound seniors, homebound Veterans, and people with disabilities with food assistance. We will return to our regular Mobile Pantry Pick-up schedule in the Spring.
Smart Choices Texas offers a Mobile Pantry Pick-up, it is first come, first serve. We currently assist an average of 150 families per month and continue to be a source of outreach for the communities served. You must have a vehicle to pick-up unless otherwise specified. Deliveries are only available to seniors and disabled clients however must be scheduled at least three business days in advance. To receive groceries, please bring a state-issued photo ID or drivers license.
MOBILE FOOD PANTRY GUIDELINES
- Participants must currently live in the following zip codes: 75126, 75160, and 75161.
- Participants must be registered clients of Smart Choices Texas in advance.
- Please arrive early as our pantry is first come, first served until food runs out.
- You must have a vehicle to pick-up food.
- At the time of pick-up the Head of Household or Proxy must show a valid Drivers license/State ID to receive food.
For first-time food pantry participants we do require registration. To become a client we will request the following:
- Valid Identification for all household members older than 18yrs old (Drivers License/State ID)
- Proof of Residency dated within the last 30 days (Phone/utility bill with current address)
- Proof of Income (if any) Household income must be below the current Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP*) income guidelines
- Social security cards for each household member
If you live outside of our service areas please call 211 for your nearest food pantry and community resources.
*For more information on TEFAP, please contact us.
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WANT TO DONATE FOOD?
While we are extremely appreciative of all donations please do not leave donations at our office without checking them in with a Team Member. This helps to ensure the health and safety for us all.