Caritas of Waco Has Been Combating Local Poverty and Hunger Since 1967
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Caritas helps families, individuals, and veterans in need through emergency services and case management programs.
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Caritas is able to provide hope to those in need, due to the generosity of community partners and donors like you. Before the pandemic, 26% of Waco families were living in poverty and unable to meet basic needs. Now, during this unprecedented time, more families than ever before, are needing assistance. Your support helps us provide people with not only hope, but food and other emergency services, and the case management resources needed to help them begin their journey out of poverty. Thank you for donating today to support our mission.
To make a donation by mail, please send a check or money order made payable to Caritas of Waco to: 300 South 15th Street, Waco, TX 76701.

Advocacy

YOUR VOICE COUNTS

A strong nutrition safety net is essential to a future where no one goes hungry. Caritas advocates for policies that protect individuals and families from hunger. Raise your voice and let your elected officials know that you support hunger-relief programs. We can bring awareness, advocacy and education workshops to your events. For more information, please call 254-753-4593.

How to Contact Your Texas Legislators and Members of Congress

Congress considers proposals that impact our efforts to fight hunger. A call from you tells them their constituents care about hunger issues and are holding them accountable for their policy decisions. Be an advocate by communicating effectively with your legislators. Your voice matters.

Who represents me?

Find your Representative using your ZIP code.

Enter your 5 digit ZIP code or your ZIP+4.

What do I say?

FIRST Say your name and that you are a constituent

THEN Let them know that your top priorities include:

  • increasing access to fresh produce and improve the health outcomes among Texans who struggle to afford a healthy diet,
  • protecting and strengthening existing nutrition programs AND
  • improving the dietary health and financial stability of low-income Texans

Caritas collaborates and partners with hunger relief agencies to improve the overall health in our community. We work closely with other organizations, legislators and city leaders to make a lasting impact for those suffering in hunger.

Our Partners:

Feeding America
Central Texas Food Bank
McLennan County Hunger Coalition
Heart of Texas Homeless Coalition
Food Research and Action Center (FRAC)
United Way of Waco-McLennan County
Texas Veterans Commission
Rapoport Foundation
Cooper Foundation
Waco Foundation

Making A Difference Together

"I support Caritas because I believe in the mission and see the need in our community. In addition to the food pantry and the many client services that are offered, I find it very beneficial that Caritas offers job training and certifications which allow the client to become self-sufficient. I encourage everyone to consider supporting Caritas, whether it be financially or as a volunteer. You’ll be amazed by the dedication of Caritas’s staff and actually see the impact of your contribution. "

Cindy Wood, Caritas Board President

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