Food Assistance

You should never have to worry about where your next meal is coming from. Our client-choice pantry allows you to shop for yourself and choose the foods your family will enjoy, just as you would at a grocery store. We stock our shelves according to nutritional guidelines from the North Texas Food Bank, offering canned fruits and vegetables, proteins, beans, grains, and other pantry staples. Thanks to community and retail donations, we also regularly provide bread, frozen meals, meat, eggs, and fresh produce.

Metal shelves stacked with green bell peppers, packaged green onions, and cucumbers in a grocery or storage area.
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Oma's Kosher Corner

Our Food Pantry includes a designated section for kosher food, providing individuals who adhere to kosher dietary laws with access to kosher meat, pantry staples, and seasonal items such as Kosher for Passover food and other holiday essentials. We also source kosher items throughout the pantry to help ensure that families in the Jewish community have access to a wide variety of food choices.

Location

Jewish Family Service of Dallas

16301 Quorum Drive

Addison, TX 75001


Questions? Call 972-437-9950 ×267

Regular Hours

1st and 3rd Monday 10:00am-1:00pm

Tu, Th, Fri 9:00am-1:00pm

(Closed Wednesdays)

 

Clients may visit the Food Pantry up to twice each month. Clients with scheduled appointments are given priority.

 

Make an appointment

Confidential, private appointments can be scheduled by calling 972-437-9950 ×267

Click here to view how to make an appointment

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Case Management and Whole-Person Care

When you visit the Food Pantry, you also have access to the many other services we offer. From individual and family counseling and healthcare, to career counseling, family violence intervention, special needs services, and support for older adults, we’re here to help you navigate life’s challenges.

Our team is available in the Food Pantry waiting area, making it easy to connect with additional support during your visit. Our Community Health Worker can connect you with healthcare, behavioral health counseling, career and financial coaching, and other supportive services. Our SNAP Specialist can assist with applications for SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, and other state benefits, or help resolve issues with benefits you already receive.

If there’s a need we can’t meet directly, we’ll connect you with trusted community partners who can.

Bottles of Kedem grape juice and boxes of mac & cheese on a shelf in a kosher food section at a grocery store.

Kosher Home Delivered Meals

A program of JFS Dallas, KHDM is available to adults aged 60+ who live in Dallas County within our delivery area and are unable to cook or shop for themselves due to physical or cognitive limitations. Our caring team delivers nutritious, kosher meals directly to older adults’ homes. Each delivery includes an entrée, a vegetable, a side dish, non-dairy milk, bread, and dessert. Volunteer drivers deliver meals every Monday and/or Thursday, providing a full week’s worth of meals each time.

Support at every turn.

​​“My family is so grateful for the help you’ve given us to provide diapers for our beautiful daughter. We have been facing a difficult financial situation for some time, and the support you provided has been a true blessing for our family.”

Anonymous

“I was nervous to ask for help, but everyone at JFS treated me with kindness and respect. The food we received made such a difference for my children.”

Anonymous

“Literally everyone I met at JFS greeted me with a big, heartwarming smile. They help so many families like mine. From Thanksgiving turkeys to diapers and wipes, they go above and beyond. I’m so thankful for everything they do for our community.”

Nique C

“JFS has been such a blessing to me. I received help with [several things, including] access to the food pantry, and counseling support during a very difficult time. What meant the most was how patient and kind everyone was."

Tamara S

"They have been helping me for a bit. Staff does not make you feel less than or uncomfortable. Everyone is SO nice. I am super grateful for JFS. You get to shop for items that you will use."

Jenifer B

“I'm in awe of this place. The people are friendly and ready to help at any moment. No questions asked, they simply want to help the folks that need food.”

Mary Ann H

“The amount of food that they hand out is very generous. You are given a choice of the food that you can choose.”

Linda M

“The best food Bank I've ever been to. Food Insecurity is a problem with a solution. Let the Jewish Family Service help you. They are respectful and make it a good experience. You'll thank me later.”

G.W.

FAQs

  • Do I need an appointment to visit the Food Pantry?

    No, but clients with scheduled appointments are given priority.

  • Can I walk in to the Food Pantry without an appointment?

    Yes. Walk-ins are welcome. If we are unable to accommodate you immediately, we will provide an emergency Bridge Box containing approximately one week’s worth of groceries and schedule a Food Pantry appointment within the following week. Because appointment availability is limited, we recommend scheduling an appointment in advance whenever possible.

  • What is a “client-choice” food pantry?

    Our client-choice model allows you to select your own food items, similar to shopping at a grocery store, based on household size, preferences, and dietary needs.