Food Help in Plano: A Guide to Local Resources and How to Access Them

Table of Blessings: Your Monthly Mobile Pantry

If you or someone you know needs food assistance in Plano, you’re not alone—and help is closer than you might think. With Texas leading the nation in hunger for the second consecutive year and the Dallas-Fort Worth area ranking third nationally for the number of people experiencing food insecurity, local pantries are working harder than ever to ensure every neighbor has access to nutritious food.

Here’s what you need to know about accessing food resources right here in our community.

Table of Blessings: Your Monthly Mobile Pantry

Table of Blessings operates as a mobile food pantry serving Plano residents on the third Wednesday of each month at Preston Meadow Lutheran Church. As an official feeding partner of the North Texas Food Bank, we distribute fresh produce, protein, dairy, and pantry staples—all at no cost and with no judgment.

When you visit Table of Blessings:

•  You never have to leave your vehicle. TOB places food into the trunk of your car.

•  No appointment needed—just come during distribution hours

•  Expect a warm welcome from fellow neighbors who care

Contact us: Call (903) 776-4608, email info@tableofblessings.org, or visit tableofblessings.org for more information.

Other Plano Food Pantries

Our city is blessed with multiple food pantries, each serving neighbors with dignity:

Minnie’s Food Pantry

One of Plano’s most established resources, Minnie’s serves families throughout the week.

Phone: (972) 596-0253

Website: minniesfoodpantry.org

God’s Pantry

Providing consistent food assistance to Plano residents.

Phone: (972) 633-9777

Website: godspantryplano.org

Seven Loaves Food Pantry

A program of The Storehouse Community Center, serving families in Collin County.

Phone: (469) 385-1813

Website: thestorehousecc.org/seven-loaves

Islamic Association of Collin County Food Distribution Center

Serving the broader community with regular food distributions.

Phone: (972) 491-5800

Website: planomasjid.org/food-bank

Collin County & Regional Resources

The Storehouse Community Center

Provides food assistance along with clothing, resource referrals, and workforce development throughout Collin County.

Phone: (469) 385-1813

Website: thestorehousecc.org

Salvation Army Plano

Offers food pantry services along with additional family support programs.

Phone: (972) 423-8254

Website: salvationarmyntx.org/north-texas/plano

North Texas Food Bank

The backbone of food assistance in our region, NTFB partners with local pantries like Table of Blessings. Recent support from the Walmart Foundation has helped expand their ability to rescue food from local grocers, meaning more fresh items reach neighbors in need.

Website: ntfb.org

Understanding the Current Need

The demand for food assistance has grown significantly. In the 25 counties served by the North Texas Food Bank and Tarrant Area Food Bank, more than 1.3 million individuals struggle with hunger—a 12% rise from the previous year. Following the 2025 federal government shutdown, regional food banks like Tarrant Area Food Bank reported spending more than half their annual food budget in just three months due to surging demand. These pressures affect all of us, which is why community-based pantries like Table of Blessings are so essential.

Beginning January 2025, Denton County consolidated services under Tarrant Area Food Bank for improved efficiency, while North Texas Food Bank continues serving the 13-county area that includes Collin County.

No Shame in Asking for Help

Whether you’re facing a temporary setback, living on a fixed income, or stretching every dollar—food pantries exist to support you. Registering is easy. There are no long waiting lists and absolutely no judgment. You’re our neighbor, and neighbors help neighbors.

When One Pantry Can’t Meet All Your Needs

Many families visit multiple pantries throughout the month to ensure adequate food for their households. This is completely normal and encouraged. Each pantry has different distribution schedules and available items, so using several resources helps you maintain consistent access to nutritious food.

Tip: Keep a list of pantry phone numbers and distribution dates on your phone or refrigerator so you always know when help is available.

If you need food assistance, don’t wait. Visit Table of Blessings or any of the pantries listed above. If you’re able to help, consider volunteering or donating to support your neighbors. Together, we’re building a Plano where no one goes hungry. Visit tableofblessings.org to learn more about our next distribution event or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates.

Sources

The statistics cited in this article are drawn from the following sources.

1. Feeding Texas — Hunger in Texas

2. North Texas Food Bank — Texas Leads the Nation in Hunger; DFW Ranks Third (May 2025)

3. NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth — Texas leads nation in food insecurity, study finds (May 2024)

4. NTFB & TAFB Joint Release via Globe Newswire — Texas Leads the Nation in Hunger (May 2025)