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H-E-B Donates $6 Million to Combat Hunger Crisis

10/26/2025

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H-E-B pledged $5 million to Texas food banks and $1 million to Meals on Wheels amid a federal funding halt caused by a government shutdown.
The donation supports Feeding Texas and nutrition services for homebound seniors, where 13.6% are at risk of hunger.
Celia Cole, CEO of Feeding Texas, praised the commitment and its timing.
The initiative follows a reduction in Meals on Wheels services due to funding cuts.

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H-E-B pledged $5 million to Texas food banks and $1 million to Meals on Wheels amid a federal funding halt caused by a government shutdown.
The donation supports Feeding Texas and nutrition services for homebound seniors, where 13.6% are at risk of hunger.
Celia Cole, CEO of Feeding Texas, praised the commitment and its timing.
The initiative follows a reduction in Meals on Wheels services due to funding cuts.