The Houston Food Bank has commodity boxes of shelf-stable food valued at $50 retail from the USDA/TDA to distribute to qualified senior applicants.

Bring a cart to take your cheese/boxes home or to your vehicle.

Upcoming Date: 

April 10th, 2025 at 8 am to 10 am
 

Requirements for receiving Senior Box:
Be a resident of one of these counties: Harris, Montgomery, Galveston, Brazoria, Brazoria, Waller, Walker, Chambers, Liberty, Fort Bend

• Be age 60 or older
• Meet the following household income guidelines:
       -Household of 1: Monthly income does not exceed $1,632
       -Household of 2: Monthly income does not exceed

All applicants are subject to verifying their age, residence, and household income.

Can't make it to the distribution?
Have your family or a friend pick up your Senior Box for you by following these instructions:
• Write a letter stating you give them permission and include a time frame the person is allowed to pick up your box (for example: today only or always)
• Sign and date that letter
• Send the designated person with the letter and some form of your ID (a copy or photo of your ID or your apple/ food bank card)
• Make sure the designated person also brings their own ID for verification
• Please bring your ID or Apple Card to pick up Senior Box

Need additional food assistance? Call the Houston Food Bank Helpline at 832-369-9390
 

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