We’re Here To Help

We’re Here To Help

Providing resources to help you secure food for today, food for tomorrow, and food for a lifetime.

Food Assistance

If you are in need of immediate food assistance, please sign up for our distributions by clicking on the button below.

Benefits Assistance

Our team can help you apply for SNAP and other state & federal benefits. Click the button below to fill out the referral form and a member of our team will reach out to begin the process.

Job Training

The San Antonio Food Bank’s job training programs provide eligible community members the opportunity to acquire new skills and attain industry certifications, empowering individuals to take the next step towards a stable and fulfilling career. 

Food Is A
Human Right

We know it takes courage to ask for help. Our network of food pantries and programs are ready to serve. Register for an upcoming food distribution to make sure you and your family are nourished.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Food Bank offers many outlets in which to access food.  You may visit any of our San Antonio Food Bank Market Distributions, our On-Site Curbside program, or you can connect with a pantry near you.

This will be based on your location such as zip code. Please refer to our FRESH TRAK program to find food locations that offer a Market distribution or our On-Site Curbside program.  Please contact Client Services at 210-431-8326 for assistance in locating a distribution near you.

No.  There are walk-up or other alternative transportation options available. Call our offices for more information – 210.431.8326

Once you have successfully registered for an event you will receive a confirmation code.  If a confirmation code is not received it means the event is at capacity and you will need to revisit the main page to register for another distribution.

Confirmation codes are only given for those events that require preregistration in order to attend.

You may access this Get Help page to register for another distribution near you.

Benefits Assistance (SNAP & Medicaid)

Yes, we have live representatives available by phone Mon-Fri from 8a-8pm and Saturdays 9-3.  We also offer walk-in assistance Monday-Friday from 8-5pm.

Yes, we have several food outlets available to you.  You can utilize our FRESH TRAK program or contact our Call Center at 210.431.8326

Our team is here to answer any questions or concerns related to your SNAP or Medicaid case.  Please contact our Call Center – 210.431.8326 – or visit us to help answer any questions.

Job Training

We offer two on-site training programs in Culinary and Warehouse/Logistics.  We can also connect to training opportunities in Aerospace/Architecture/Construction/Manufacturing/Oil and Gas/Energy/Utilities/Trades, Education/Professional Services/Other, Finance/Insurance, Healthcare, Information Technology/Cyber Security, Transportation and Warehousing.

Wraparound support services and emergency assistance is provided to ensure training completion as well as Job placement and retention services are also provided.

Ready to Work is open to thousands of San Antonio residents who reside within city council districts 1-10, who are at least 18 years old; permitted to work in the US; willing to take assessments; committed to completing the program; not currently enrolled in college; and whose household annual income is less than 250% of the federal poverty guidelines (i.e., $33,957 for an individual, or $69,375 for a household of four as of January 2022).

Pet Food

Pet food assistance is based on product availability.  Please contact our Call Center at 210.431.8326 to find a location near you.

Call the San Antonio Food Bank

Call the San Antonio Food Bank at 210.431.8326.We can provide assistance with SNAP & other benefits applications, as well as finding immediate food assistance and job training opportunities.

Programs and Services We Offer

Emergency Food Assistance Program
Program for Pets
Nutrition Education
Garden Education
Benefit Assistance
E-Referral Program
Job Assistance Program
Financial Literacy
Digital Literacy

Case Management
Senior Services
Children’s Programs
Farmers Market
Culinary Training Program