Get Involved
with VISTO
"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted." — Aesop. Whether you give your voice, your time, or your resources — every action makes a real difference.
Choose Your Impact
Every person who joins the VISTO mission strengthens our entire community. Here are three powerful ways to get involved today.
Advocate
Use your voice to spread awareness about food insecurity and VISTO's mission in Cooke County. Every share, every conversation, every act of advocacy matters.
Become an AdvocateDonate
93¢ of every dollar goes directly to assistance. Your tax-deductible donation fuels our food pantry, Backpack Buddies, Pathways, and more.
Donate NowVolunteer
Give the gift of your time and talent. VISTO's army of volunteers is the backbone of everything we do — and there's a role for everyone.
Start VolunteeringUse Your Voice for Good
Advocacy is one of the most powerful things you can do for VISTO. By raising awareness, you help us reach more donors, more volunteers, and more families who need our services.
Whether you give your voice, your time, or your resources — every action makes a real difference.
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Your Dollars Work Hard
VISTO is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and United Way Partner Agency. Donations are tax-deductible and go directly to the people who need it most.
Every Dollar Counts
VISTO is funded by generous individuals, churches, schools, and businesses in Cooke County. Your gift — whether it's $5 or $5,000 — directly helps a family in crisis.
To donate by check, make payable to VISTO and mail to:
P.O. Box 607, Gainesville, TX 76241
To donate online via PayPal, contact us or visit our office for instructions.
Join Our Amazing Volunteer Corps
From packing backpacks to serving clients at the food pantry, VISTO volunteers make our entire operation possible. There's something for everyone.
Food Pantry
Help clients select food, stock shelves, sort donations, and maintain the pantry. This is the heart of our operation and where most of our volunteers serve.
Backpack Buddies
Pack weekend meal bags for children each week. This is a deeply rewarding, tangible way to make sure no child goes hungry over the weekend.
Pathways Support
Lead or assist with life skills classes, coaching sessions, or special programming for single parents and young families in the Pathways program.
Events & Fundraisers
Help organize and run Murder 76240, Concert for VISTO, and other fundraising events that power our mission year-round.
Food Drive Support
Help collect, transport, and sort food from community drives. Every food drive needs boots on the ground.
Board & Professional Skills
Bring your professional skills to VISTO's board or advisory capacity. Legal, accounting, marketing, and HR expertise are always welcomed.
Ready to Make Your Mark?
Whatever your time, talent, or treasure — VISTO has a place for you. Reach out today and let's figure out the best way for you to get involved.