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New at HFB: Community Conversations Volunteer Shifts
Volunteers are the heartbeat of HFB. Are you ready to help address the root causes of hunger?
We’re inviting you back for a unique volunteer experience called Community Conversations.
These special shifts go beyond traditional food distribution to focus on long-term change.
You’ll participate in thoughtful dialogue with neighbors and community leaders to explore shared visions for a stronger Houston, followed by collaborative service tasks that put that vision into action.
Join us as an individual or a group to help break down silos and build mutual understanding on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 from 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Visit our webpage at www.houstonfoodbank.org/volunteer or contact our Volunteer Services Department at 713-547-8604 to sign up today.
Financial Planning Coaching at Family Houston
Family Houston’s integrated Financial Stability Coaching Services provide personalized, one-on-one support to empower individuals in achieving their financial & career goals. Financial Stability Coaches work closely with clients to address immediate needs while equipping them with tools for long-term stability and success.
Financial Stability Coaches offer customized sessions designed to meet clients where they are, providing them with resources, knowledge, and guidance to be in control of their futures. There is no cost to work with a Financial Stability Coach at Family Houston. Learn more on their website.
To schedule an appointment, please call Family Houston at: 713.861.4849
Check out Family Houston’s Financial Resource page here.
Food Emergency? TEFAP sites can help!
The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) is a federal program that helps supplement the diets of people with limited income while navigating an emergency by providing food at no cost, on a first-come, first-serve basis. Food includes USA-grown free, nutritious items like fruits, vegetables, meats, and grains. How to access TEFAP pantry sites in our 18-county service area:
- Use Houston Food Bank’s Find Food Now tool and click MORE INFORMATION under each listing. Look for TEFAP in the information box & call the site to learn their specific TEFAP distribution dates & requirements.
- Go to the selected location during their listed hours of operation & be sure to ask to apply for The Emergency Food Assistance Program.
- Meet with a staff member at the location to complete the process.
- You will need to provide: your name, home address, phone number, current public assistance received, & total household income before getting emergency food.
- Staff at your location will provide further instructions for food pick up. Pending availability, you may be able to leave with TEFAP food the same day. Staff members and volunteers at the site will be available to answer questions and assist with loading food into vehicles if needed.
TEFAP food offerings at each site may include additional food that individual sites have purchased or received through donations in their community.
Harris County Mobile Health Clinics
Start the year right by taking charge of your health with Harris County Public Health mobile health clinics.
Harris County Public Health’s mobile health clinics bring free & low cost health services to uninsured or under-insured children and adults across Harris County. Services include: Immunizations, Dental screenings, Wellness exams, Cancer screenings, and HIV/STI prevention services. View the January 2026 Mobile Health Clinic Schedule here.
Walk-ins are welcome! Patients are seen on a first-come, first-served basis.
📞 Call 832-927-7350 to learn more, verify eligibility, & find additional mobile health events or participating clinics near you. Follow @hcphtx on social media for the latest updates & monthly schedules.
Cheddar Broccoli Spinach Frittata Bites
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- 0.5 cup chopped broccoli
- 0.5 cup spinach
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 cup shredded cheese
- nonstick cooking spray
- 1 cup ground turkey or chicken Optional
- 0.25 cup diced mushrooms Optional
- 0.25 cup diced bell pepper or onion Optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Whisk eggs in a bowl with garlic powder. Optional: add salt, pepper and other seasonings as desired.
- Add chopped broccoli and most of the cheese into the eggs. Save 2 tablespoons of cheese for later. Optional: add meat and/or other diced vegetables.
- Spray a muffin tin with cooking spray and pour mixture into each cup until they are half full. Divide any remaining mixture into the cups evenly. Recipe will make about 12 frittatas.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until eggs are firm to the touch.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top when the frittatas come out of the oven.
Notes
You can see more recipes and what produce are in our pantries today in Product Seasonality Resource or click here for other recipes.
Garlic-Go-English.pdf
Garlic-Go-Mandarin.pdf
Garlic-Go-Spanish.pdf
Garlic-Go-Vietnamese.pdf
Ground-Turkey-Go-English.pdf
Ground-Turkey-Go-Mandarin.pdf
Ground-Turkey-Go-Spanish.pdf
Ground-Turkey-Go-Vietnamese.pdf
Onion-Go-English.pdf
Onion-Go-Mandarin.pdf
Onion-Go-Spanish.pdf
Onion-Go-Vietnamese.pdf
Cheddar Broccoli Spinach Frittata Bites
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- 0.5 cup chopped broccoli
- 0.5 cup spinach
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 cup shredded cheese
- nonstick cooking spray
- 1 cup ground turkey or chicken Optional
- 0.25 cup diced mushrooms Optional
- 0.25 cup diced bell pepper or onion Optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Whisk eggs in a bowl with garlic powder. Optional: add salt, pepper and other seasonings as desired.
- Add chopped broccoli and most of the cheese into the eggs. Save 2 tablespoons of cheese for later. Optional: add meat and/or other diced vegetables.
- Spray a muffin tin with cooking spray and pour mixture into each cup until they are half full. Divide any remaining mixture into the cups evenly. Recipe will make about 12 frittatas.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until eggs are firm to the touch.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top when the frittatas come out of the oven.
Notes
Garlic-Go-English.pdf Garlic-Go-Mandarin.pdf Garlic-Go-Spanish.pdf Garlic-Go-Vietnamese.pdf
Ground-Turkey-Go-English.pdf Ground-Turkey-Go-Mandarin.pdf Ground-Turkey-Go-Spanish.pdf Ground-Turkey-Go-Vietnamese.pdf
Onion-Go-English.pdf Onion-Go-Mandarin.pdf Onion-Go-Spanish.pdf Onion-Go-Vietnamese.pdf
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