Cornerstone Assistance Network's supportive services are open to individuals and families facing the effects of poverty in Tarrant County, Texas. To receive food, clothing, or other emergency assistance, you must be referred by a Cornerstone Network Partner church or organization. If you don't know a partner church or organization, you can contact a local church or service organization and ask them to reach out to Cornerstone on your behalf.
Coaching services are available by appointment on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm. Contact Cornerstone at 817-632-6000 or info@canetwork.org to get started through a partner referral.
A coach will start with a strength-based assessment to understand your situation and goals, then build an individualized care plan connecting you to Cornerstone programs and partner agencies across Tarrant County. All services are provided in English and Spanish.
Cornerstone provides groceries, meals, clothing, and household essentials to neighbors in crisis through their Community Resources program. The website describes meeting immediate needs with "meals, groceries, clothing, and household essentials" so people can stabilize and take the next step.
Cornerstone offers a wide range of services beyond food assistance:
Cornerstone has a Thrift Store on-site where you can find clothing, home decor, furniture, games, toys, and more. The thrift store is open Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm and Saturday from 9am to 2pm.
Cornerstone is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and all donations are tax-deductible. You can make a financial donation online through their donation page. They also accept donations of food, clothing, household goods, and furniture. Reviewing the donation page or contacting them at info@canetwork.org or 817-632-6000 can give you more details.
Cornerstone welcomes individual and group volunteers. Close to 500 volunteers give over 15,000 hours each year serving in the Thrift Store, teaching classes, spending time with seniors, and helping with administration. To learn more about volunteering, email volunteer@canetwork.org. You can download an Individual Application or a Group Application, then save the completed form and attach it to an email to volunteer@canetwork.org. Healthcare professionals, Spanish translators, and administrative staff can also volunteer with the health services team by calling 817-632-6020.
Community Food Bank welcomes anyone in need, with no zip code restrictions. You don't have to live nearby to get help — whether you're around the corner or anywhere in North Texas, you're welcome. Jus
4Saints & Friends serves individuals and families without consideration of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, or legal status. To receive food, you
The Bethlehem Center pantry is open to anyone in need. No appointment is required — you can walk in during open hours.
N.E.E.D. (North East Emergency Distribution) serves families and individuals within 13 Northeast Tarrant County zip codes. There's no formal application process, so you can come in when you need help.
The Tarrant Area Food Bank's main location at 2600 Cullen Street isn't open to the public for walk-in food pickup, but the good news is they run mobile pantries and several programs that can help you!