Caritas of Waco Has Been Combating Local Poverty and Hunger Since 1967

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Caritas helps families, individuals, and veterans in need through emergency services and case management programs.

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Caritas is able to provide hope to those in need, due to the generosity of community partners and donors like you. Before the pandemic, 26% of Waco families were living in poverty and unable to meet basic needs. Now, during this unprecedented time, more families than ever before, are needing assistance. Your support helps us provide people with not only hope, but food and other emergency services, and the case management resources needed to help them begin their journey out of poverty. Thank you for donating today to support our mission.
To make a donation by mail, please send a check or money order made payable to Caritas of Waco to: 300 South 15th Street, Waco, TX 76701.

Host a Drive

Host a canned food drive at your business, school, church, or with your church group. Whether you’re clearing non-expired canned goods out of your kitchen pantry, or your business has pallets of fresh produce, we welcome healthy food donations of any quantity anytime.

What to Collect

Preferred pantry items:

Canned tuna and chicken (pop-top preferred)
Canned soup (pop-top preferred)
Microwaveable soups
Canned fruits and vegetables
Peanut butter
Pasta
Cereal
Dried rice
Dried beans

Other Needed Items:

Diapers (all sizes)
Baby wipes
Baby lotions
Shampoo & Conditioner
Lotion
Face wash
Disposable razors
Feminine hygiene products
Adult diapers
Sunscreen

Food Drive Print Out

Basic Essentials Drive Print Out

Delivery or Pick-Up

Deliver items to our loading dock located at Mary and S. 15^th St, Monday through Friday 8:30 AM-3:30 PM.

Caritas will pick up large donations by appointment. Please call 254-749-7706.

Making A Difference Together

"I had reached out to another local agency for help and it was over 30 days before I heard back from them. I was able to connect with a Caritas case manager the day I called and she answered all of my questions immediately…it was amazing what Caritas was able to do for my family. I have never needed help like this before. It's hopeful to have an organization that didn’t make me feel bad about the situation I was in."

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300 South 15th St., Waco, Texas 76701
(254) 753-4593