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St. Joseph Catholic Church

Joseph's Table

Faith community and social ministry

FoodFaith CommunitiesHomelessnessVolunteeringSocial Connection/Peer Support

Why this matched: Listed for: Faith Communities, Volunteering, Social Connection/Peer Support.

Service area: People who are hungry and without a home; published ministry includes a cooked meal, refreshments, fruit, clothing, toiletries, and other necessities.

Hours: Fourth Saturday of each month; confirm the current time before visiting

Languages: Languages not listed — ask when you call

Address:1505 Kane St, Houston, TX 77007

How to reach it:Phone · Email · Application page

Eligibility:Confirm current eligibility, documents, access, and capacity directly with the program.

Capacity:Official-source program record; current capacity and same-day access are not established.

Source reviewed 2026-09-12 · 58 days agoSource page

Provider confirmation: not yet completed for this listing.

Call 713-222-6193 Directions Visit / Apply

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Source-backedOfficial public source

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The Agape Foundation HTX

Feeding the Friends Block Party

Community-led mutual aid and service organization

FoodHomelessnessMutual AidVolunteeringSocial Connection/Peer Support

Why this matched: Listed for: Mutual Aid, Volunteering, Social Connection/Peer Support.

Service area: Recurring Houston community event with meals, clothing, hygiene and care kits, grooming, music, and community connection.

Hours: Every third Sunday; confirm current event time before visiting

Languages: Languages not listed — ask when you call

Address:61 Riesner St, Houston, TX 77002

How to reach it:Application page

Eligibility:Confirm current eligibility, documents, access, and capacity directly with the program.

Capacity:Official-source program record; current capacity and same-day access are not established.

Source reviewed 2026-09-12 · 58 days agoSource page

Provider confirmation: not yet completed for this listing.

Directions Visit / Apply

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Source-backedOfficial public source

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Emergency Aid Coalition

Food Pantry, Clothing Center and Boots to Work

Interfaith basic-needs provider

FoodEmploymentFaith CommunitiesVolunteering

Why this matched: Listed for: Faith Communities, Volunteering.

Service area: Houston inner-city and Midtown basic-needs assistance; confirm eligibility and appointment requirements.

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; appointment line published separately

Languages: Languages not listed — ask when you call

Address:5401 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77004

How to reach it:Phone · Email · Application page

Eligibility:Confirm current eligibility, documents, access, and capacity directly with the program.

Capacity:Official-source program record; current capacity and same-day access are not established.

Source reviewed 2026-09-12 · 58 days agoSource page

Provider confirmation: not yet completed for this listing.

Call 713-528-3663 / 713-343-3061 Directions Visit / Apply

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Source-backedOfficial public source

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Volunteer Houston

Volunteer Houston Opportunities Portal

Volunteer matching and civic service network

VolunteeringNeighborhood Organizations

Why this matched: Listed for: Volunteering, Neighborhood Organizations.

Service area: Greater Houston volunteer opportunities and nonprofit agency participation.

Hours: Hours not published in the source

Languages: Languages not listed — ask when you call

Address:3303 Main St, Houston, TX 77002

How to reach it:Phone · Email · Application page

Eligibility:Confirm current eligibility, documents, access, and capacity directly with the program.

Capacity:Official-source program record; current capacity and same-day access are not established.

Source reviewed 2026-09-12 · 58 days agoSource page

Provider confirmation: not yet completed for this listing.

Call 713-533-3190 Directions Visit / Apply

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The Council on Recovery

Recovery Support Services

Nonprofit behavioral health and recovery provider

Substance Use/RecoverySocial Connection/Peer Support

Why this matched: Listed for: Social Connection/Peer Support.

Service area: Houston recovery community; individualized peer support from certified Recovery Support Peer Specialists.

Hours: Confirm directly

Languages: Languages not listed — ask when you call

Address:303 Jackson Hill St, Houston, TX 77007

How to reach it:Phone · Application page

Eligibility:Confirm current eligibility, documents, access, and capacity directly with the program.

Capacity:Official-source program record; current capacity and same-day access are not established.

Source reviewed 2026-09-12 · 58 days agoSource page

Provider confirmation: not yet completed for this listing.

Call 713-942-4100 / 855-942-4100 Directions Visit / Apply

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Your pathway

Start here: St. Joseph Catholic Church — Joseph's Table. Call 713-222-6193 and say what you need.
Confirm before you go: ask about current hours, what to bring, and whether you are eligible. The source lists: Fourth Saturday of each month; confirm the current time before visiting.
Related support: The Agape Foundation HTX — Feeding the Friends Block Party covers the part the first door may not.
Backup route: if that door is closed or full, call 2-1-1 (24/7) and ask for the next open option for the same need near your ZIP code.

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