Community First
Food Pantry
Our Mission & Vision
The mission of Community First Food Pantries is to help in the fight against food insecurity by supplying food and other items without barriers for those in immediate need while acting as a catalyst, inspiring others to give alongside us.
Our vision is a Community First Food Pantry in every local community, so those in need can access food and other items when needed.
What is a Community First Food Pantry?
Our Food Pantries are designed with several unique features to help achieve our mission and vision.
24/7 access
Open seven days a week, 24 hours a day and freely accessible to all, removing barriers to food access.
Free-standing, weather-proof, and conveniently located outdoors
Maintenance and up keep provided by Community First.
No cost, no registration, no sign-up.
Take what is needed and give back what and when you can.
Conveniently located
Helping communities where people may be affected by food insecurity.
Working with key community partners.
Collaborating with schools, public libraries, civic organizations, businesses, churches and other groups to facilitate donations and bring Community First Food Pantries to their communities.
Where are Community First Food Pantries located?
Currently, our Food Pantries can be found at the following locations:
- Any Baby Can
217 Howard St., San Antonio, TX 78212 (established Oct 6, 2021) - Church of God Northwest
5914 Silvercrest, San Antonio, TX 78228 (established July 29, 2021) - Gardopia Gardens
619 N New Braunfels Ave San Antonio, TX 78202 (established August 19, 2021) - Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Texas
10843 Gulfdale Street San Antonio, TX 78216 (established September 20, 2021) - Avenida Guadalupe
1410 Guadalupe, Suite 222 San Antonio, TX 78207 (established October 12, 2021) - The Impact Guild
708 W Summit Ave, San Antonio, Texas 78212 (established October 15, 2021) -
CommuniCare Las Palmas Location803 Castroville Road #131, San Antonio, Texas 78207 (established November 12, 2021)
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San Antonio Preparatory Schools6127 Summer Fest Dr. San Antonio TX 78244 (established December 2, 2021)
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YMCA at O.P. Schnabel Park9606 Bandera Rd, San Antonio, TX 78250 (established January 13, 2022)
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Mays Family YMCA at Potranco8765 Highway 151 Access Rd, San Antonio, TX 78245 (established January 13, 2022)
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Any Baby Can | 217 Howard St, San Antonio, TX 78212, USA | 217 Howard St. | ||||||||||||||
Church of God Northwest | 5914 Silvercrest Dr, San Antonio, TX 78228, USA | 5914 Silvercrest | ||||||||||||||
Gardopia Gardens | 619 N New Braunfels Ave, San Antonio, TX 78202, USA | 619 N New Braunfels Ave | ||||||||||||||
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Texas | 10843 Gulfdale St, San Antonio, TX 78216, USA | 10843 Gulfdale Street
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CommuniCare Las Palmas Location | 803 Castroville Rd #131, San Antonio, TX 78237, USA | 803 Castroville Road #131
San Antonio, Texas 78207
Monday-Friday 8:00a-5:00p
Masks are required.
(established November 12, 2021) | ||||||||||||||
Avenida Guadalupe | 1410 Guadalupe St #222, San Antonio, TX 78207, USA | 1410 Guadalupe, Suite 222 | ||||||||||||||
The Impact Guild | 708 West Summit, San Antonio, TX 78212, USA | 708 W Summit Ave | ||||||||||||||
San Antonio Preparatory Schools | 6127 Summer Fest Dr, San Antonio, TX 78244, USA | 6127 Summer Fest Dr. | ||||||||||||||
YMCA at O.P. Schnabel Park | 9606 Bandera Rd, San Antonio, TX 78240, USA | Address: 9606 Bandera Rd,
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Mays Family YMCA at Potranco | 8765 Texas 151 Access Rd, San Antonio, TX 78227, USA | Address: 8765 Highway 151 Access Rd
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We are always looking for new locations where our Food Pantries could benefit community members. If your organization would like to house a Food Pantry on its grounds, please fill out our Food Pantry Request Form.
What items can I find / donate to a Community First Food Pantry?
Our goal is to provide community members access to non-perishable food and other items, including:
Peanut butter
Cereal
Tuna
Beans
Rice
Macaroni and cheese
Chili and soups
Baby food and diapers
Canned lunch meats
Pet food
Full meals (can/box)
Pop top food items
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How can I help?
There are several ways in which you can help.
- Stop by one of our Food Pantry locations when it’s convenient for you and drop off needed non-perishable donation(s).
- Volunteer your site to house a Food Pantry.
- Contact Us for other ways you can help
Food Insecurity: Other Resources
While our goal is for every Community First Food Pantry to be fully stocked, we cannot guarantee availability of needed items.
Please use the resources below if you or someone you know is in immediate need.
