Travis County Community Center at Oak Hill

Who Can Visit?

The food pantry is open to Travis County residents who need help with food. It's available by appointment only, so you'll need to complete an application and call to schedule a time before your visit.

How to Register?

First, complete the Food Pantry Application online. Then call (512) 854-2130 to set up an appointment. After that, come to the center during food pantry hours to pick up your food.

How Often You Can Visit?

Travis County residents can use any Travis County Community Center food pantry once every 30 days.

Good to Know

The pantry doesn't open until 1:00 PM on Mondays because the team spends the morning restocking. Tuesday through Friday, it opens at 8:30 AM. The food offered changes from week to week depending on what's available. One reviewer noted that arriving right when they open kept the wait short.

Food & Essentials

Each visit provides food for your household for about five days. Both fresh and frozen foods are included, and the selection varies based on what's available each week. The center also distributes hygiene items to clients seeking food assistance, including things like laundry detergent, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, and feminine hygiene products.

How to Pick Up

After completing your application and scheduling an appointment, come to the center at 8656 A State Highway 71 West, Building A, Suite 100, Austin, Texas 78735 during food pantry hours:

• Monday: 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
• Tuesday: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
• Wednesday: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
• Thursday: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
• Friday: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Additional Support

The center offers several other services for people in need:

• Clothing Closet: Free gently used clothing for adults and children is available to anyone receiving services through Family Support Services, once every 30 days. Just let the front desk know you're interested.
• Financial Assistance: Help may be available for utility bills and housing-related needs.
• Social Work and Case Management: Staff can help connect you with counseling and other support services.
• WIC Services: Women, Infants, and Children nutrition services are offered on Wednesdays from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM inside the center. Call (512) 972-4942 to check eligibility or schedule an appointment.
• Senior Congregate Program: On Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, adults age 60 and older are welcome for games, Tai Chi, conversation, and a free shared meal. No charge, though donations to Meals on Wheels and More are welcome. Contact Caroline Provencher at (512) 854-2138 or cprovencher@mealsonwheelscentraltexas.org.
• Community Care Clinic: A health clinic is located on the second floor of the building at 8656-A Hwy 71 West, Suite C. Call (512) 978-9820 or visit communitycaretx.org to learn more.
• Job Search: Free computers, a printer, and a phone are available in the Computer Resource room for job search activities and to apply for services.

Facilities

The center has two public computers in the lobby, free to use for job searches and service applications. There are also two meeting areas that community groups can reserve for free, public events with a community focus. No religious or political functions, private parties, or fee-based events are allowed. Call (512) 854-2130 to ask about reservations.

Ways to Give

The center gladly accepts donations of new hygiene items and gently used clothing for adults and children. Needed hygiene items include laundry detergent, dish soap, hand soap, bar soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, shampoo, lotion, and feminine hygiene products. Donations can be dropped off Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Please call (512) 854-2130 to coordinate a drop-off time. Donation receipts are available on request.