Houston Food Bank

Houston Food Bank is a non-profit hunger-relief organization and the largest food bank in the United States by distribution volume. Founded in 1982, it serves as a critical link in the healthcare ecosystem by addressing social determinants of health through the distribution of nutritious food to over 1 million people annually in southeast Texas. The organization operates specialized health-focused initiatives, such as the 'Food Rx' program, which collaborates with healthcare providers to prescribe food as a clinical intervention for patients with diet-related chronic diseases. Beyond food distribution, it offers nutrition education, social services assistance, and job training to improve long-term community wellness and economic stability. As a member of the Feeding America network, it partners with more than 1,600 community agencies to provide approximately 150 million meals annually.