🥫 Food Program

Food Pantry

"For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat." — Matthew 25:35

Cooke County's Largest Food Pantry

VISTO operates the largest food pantry in Cooke County, providing nutritious food to families in need through a client-choice model — meaning clients select the foods that work best for their family, just as they would in a grocery store.

Each visit provides enough food for an average family of four for approximately two weeks. We believe that dignity and choice should never be sacrificed in a time of need.

"Why A Client Choice Pantry?"

Because dignity matters as much as the food itself.

Tarrant Area Food Bank Partnership

Since partnering with the Tarrant Area Food Bank (Fort Worth) in 2015, VISTO has dramatically expanded its capacity to serve the community.

+92%
Increase in food expenditure since TAFB partnership
+107%
More individuals served since 2015
+39%
More food per family visit
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Visit Us

No appointment is needed for your first visit. Thereafter, we ask that you call and make an appointment. Bring a valid ID. We serve everyone in Cooke County who is in need.

Numbers That Matter

431,964
Pounds of food distributed to families
576,614
Total meals served
124,632
Pounds of food donated by the community
35,735
Individuals served

Help Fill the Pantry

Donate food, organize a food drive, or make a financial contribution. Every pound of food makes a difference to a Cooke County family.