Thanksgiving is a time for family, community, and gratitude — and many local organizations are making sure everyone has a warm meal to enjoy this holiday season. If you or someone you know needs a free Thanksgiving meal in the Houston area, here are some great community resources and events offering meals and food assistance this November.
Houston, TX
Loaves & Fishes Soup Kitchen Phone: (713) 224-1373
- 2009 Congress St, Houston, TX 77002
- Thanksgiving Day meal served around noon.
- Free hot meals for anyone in need.
Houston Food Bank Phone: 713-223-3700 (general inquiries)
Alternative helpline: 832-369-9390 (for food assistance)
- 535 Portwall St, Houston, TX 77029
- Visit www.houstonfoodbank.org to find local food pantries and holiday meal distribution events across the Greater Houston area.
Star of Hope Mission Phone: 713-748-0700
- 6897 Ardmore St, Houston, TX 77054
- Offers free meals and shelter services for individuals and families in need.
Katy, TX
The Ballard House Phone: 281-717-4670
- 21421 Cinco Park Rd, Katy, TX 77450
- Provides free meals and housing support to families facing medical crises during the holidays.
Katy Christian Ministries (KCM) Main Administration: 281-391-5261
- 5504 1st St, Katy, TX 77493
- www.ktcm.org
- Offers Thanksgiving food boxes and meals to local families in need (registration may be required).
Cypress, TX
Cypress Assistance Ministries Phone: 281-955-7684
- 12930 Cypress N. Houston Rd, Cypress, TX 77429
- www.cypressassistance.org
- Hosts Thanksgiving food drives and distributes meals to registered families.
Sugar Land, TX
East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry : 281-261-1006
- 435 Stafford Run Rd, Stafford, TX 77477
- www.humanneeds.org
- Offers Thanksgiving baskets and meal programs for Fort Bend County residents.
Fulshear, TX
Family Hope Fulshear 832-332-5163
- 4625 FM 359 Rd, Fulshear, TX 77441
- www.familyhopefulshear.org
- Provides holiday food assistance and community meal programs for local families.
Giving Thanks by Giving Back
If you’re able to give, many of these organizations also welcome volunteers and donations to help serve meals and deliver food to families. Whether you need a warm Thanksgiving meal or want to lend a helping hand, these community programs make it easy to connect and share the spirit of gratitude this holiday season.
Support Local This Thanksgiving
Ordering your meal from a local restaurant helps support small businesses while making your holiday easy and delicious. Be sure to order early, as most restaurants require pre-orders before Thanksgiving Day.
Enjoy your Thanksgiving meal and celebrate with family and friends across Houston, Katy, Cypress, Sugar Land, and Fulshear — with less time in the kitchen and more time making memories.
