Gregg County free food pantries.
Whether it is a free box of food, hot meal, or other household needs such as clothing, non-profit food pantries in Gregg County may be able to help. There are almost 20 distribution centers around the region. There are other government programs are well, such as SNAP food stamps, that low income families can apply for.
When seeking help, applicants should be prepared with proof of residency, income, and need. While the non-profits will try to serve everyone, unfortunately some times they can't do to limited resources or maybe abuse of the system. In these cases the staff at the food pantries will tend to offer referrals.
The programs available for those found eligible are also wide ranging. There may be emergency groceries, Thanksgiving or Christmas meals, and even a Meals on Wheels service in Gregg County. Or they offer other items such as diapers, baby formula, or clothing/school supplies. Residents can always inquire into the services.
Caring and Sharing
Address is 1303 S. Mobberly
Longview, Texas
(903) 234-9521
The pantry is open Monday and Tuesday only. This charity also can provide financial aid, summer snacks for students, benefit applications and more.
East Texas Food Bank
Call 903-597-3663
They provide referrals only to local food banks, churches, and distribution centers. Or they also have information on Meals on Wheels, free school lunches, and other programs in Gregg County.
Fresh Start Ministries
Location of the pantry is 614 N. Center Street
Longview, Texas
Helping Hands of Kilgore
201 Martin St.
Kilgore, TX
(903) 984-1796
Gregg County families can apply for SNAP food stamps assistance or use the pantry. There may be canned groceries, Christmas meals, and more.
Highway 80 Rescue Mission
3117 W. Marshall
Longview, Texas
Telephone - (903) 759-9875
Meals and shelter is for the homeless and residents in poverty.
LifeSource Food Pantry
Address is 2022 Alpine Road
Longview, TX 75601
Main number is 903-757-7400 ext 14
Groceries and other social services are available.
Lighthouse Church
Location is 5925 W. Marshall
Longview, Texas
Phone: (903) 295-3787
An emergency bag of groceries may be passed out by volunteers.
Longview Community Ministries
506 N. 2nd Street
Longview, TX
(903) 753-3561
The free food pantry is open Monday to Friday. Fruits, baby formula, canned goods, and other items, such as clothing, are for qualified applicants.
Longview Emergency Assistance
Main address: 519 East Cotton Street
Longview, Texas 75602
Call 903-215-8463
Longview Dream Center
Location - 803 Gilmer Road
Longview, Texas
Call (903) 653-1740
McCrary's Chapel
5758 Old Gladewater
Kilgore, Texas
(903) 984-5622
The pantry is open Tuesdays only.
New Hope Missionary Baptist
Address: 413 Roden
Gladewater, Texas
(903) 845-5633
The 4th Sunday of each month from 9:00am-11:00am are the hours. Clients include the low income and seniors in Gregg County.
Newgate Mission
207 S. Mobberly
Longview, Texas
Telephone - (903) 757-6146
This charity runs a soup kitchen seven days per week. Also, Thanksgiving, Easter, and Christmas meals may be served.
Salvation Army
Address is 519 E. Cotton
Longview, Texas
Phone: (903) 215-8463
Services range from a soup kitchen to shelter, funds for emergency bills, Christmas gifts, and more.
St Paul Food Pantry & Clothes Closet
Main center is 1358 East Richards
Tyler, TX 75702
Dial 903-531-9455 for intake
They also support Gregg County. Social services range from emergency food to care for seniors or disabled may be arranged by the charity.
Trinity UMC
3470 Gilmer Rd
Longview, Texas
(903) 297-2702
For additional locations or referrals, dial (800) 815-3663. Also, customer service staff can provide details on application sites for public aid such as USDA commodities, WIC vouchers, and other government support.
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