By Sahar Chmais
Central Texas Food Bank has announced mass food distribution schedules in the Austin and one location in Kyle. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a larger food insecurity gap for residents.
Distribution dates and locations are:
- Thursday, February 4
Travis County Expo Center
7311 Decker Ln, Austin, TX 78724
9:00 a.m. - Noon
- Saturday, Feb. 13
ACC Kyle
1200 Kohlers Crossing, Kyle, TX 78640
9:00 a.m. - Noon
- Thursday, Feb. 18
Travis County Expo Center
7311 Decker Ln, Austin, TX 78724
9:00 a.m. - Noon
- Saturday, Feb. 20
Del Valle High School
5201 Ross Rd, Del Valle, TX 78617
9:00 a.m. - Noon
- Saturday, Feb. 27
KIPP School – South Campus
5107 IH 35 Austin, TX 78744
9:00 a.m. - Noon
The food bank notes that while these distributions are primarily designed as drive-through events, they will not deny food for anyone in need.
COVID-19 has put a strain on the food bank’s resources while also creating a larger need for their services. If residents are able to help, the food bank is accepting monetary donations at www.centraltexasfoodbank.org.
