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A cart full of groceries are waiting to be picked up at a food bank.

Frisco Non-Profit Fights Hunger, Homelessness In Collin County

Collin County has seen some of the most spectacular economic growth in North Texas, but the affluence in Frisco is not universal as many believe.

KRLD–2013/06/10

One-Third Of Texans Eligible For Food Stamps Not Getting Help

An advocacy group says only two-thirds of Texans who may be eligible for food stamp assistance received the benefits in 2011.

2013/05/15

Tarrant Area Food Bank Receive Special Gift For Holidays

The countdown to Christmas is a time for giving. For local food banks, those gifts help feed the hungry over the holiday.

2012/11/28

Car Dealership Steps Up To Pay Fort Worth Food Bank’s Bill

The mood is much lighter at Community Food Bank in Fort Worth this weekend.

2012/10/12

Food Bank Struggling To Pay $10K Electricity Bill

Community Food Bank serves 1400 people a day, and is the only place that offers fresh produce and meat. But it’s facing a financial problem that could close it’s doors.

CBS 11–2012/10/11

Think Orange To Fight Hunger

The North Texas Food Bank rolls out a new campaign and hosts a sorting party to celebrate 30 years of service.

CBS 11–2012/09/06

Two North Texas Companies Pitch In To Help Feed The Hungry

Texas Motor Speedway and Dean Foods encouraged their employees to serve the community Wednesday at two area food banks and the ripple effect will feed the hungry for months to come.

2012/08/22

Food Bank Execs Want To Feed More Children

While the North Texas Food Bank’s Summer Food Service Program feeds about 2,000 children breakfast or lunch every weekday, executives say there are still thousands who aren’t in the program but qualify for the free meals.

2012/06/20

North Texas Food Bank $1 Million Short Of Fundraising Goal

The fiscal year for the North Texas Food Bank is near and the organization says while there’s plenty to celebrate they are still $1,000,000 short of their fundraising goal.

2012/06/18

The Journey: From Food Bank To Grateful Tables

Jackie Eaton and Allison Anderson sit down to a spaghetti lunch in their Cedar Hill home. As the couple wait for their daughters to join them at the table, they say a grateful prayer for the food.

2012/05/06

Donations Come At Crucial Time For Local Food Banks

This past holiday season the North Texas Food Bank met their goals, but they’re now headed into the slowest season for donations. But the food bank received good news just as they prepared for leaner times.

2012/01/06

Customers Line Wall Of North Texas Diner With Happy Thoughts

Hanging in the entryway of the Cowtown Diner are messages from customers who took the time to write down what makes them happy and thankful. While the uplifting wall is a great a reminder of the spirit of the season it also benefits the Tarrant Area Food Bank.

2011/12/06