Feeding Texas is a statewide nonprofit network based in Austin, Texas, dedicated to combating hunger across the state. As the largest hunger-relief network in Texas, the organization coordinates with 20 member food banks to reach over 4 million Texans annually with food and resources. The organization serves all 254 counties in Texas through its network of member food banks.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$18.5M
-20.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$49.5M
+42.3% YoY
Grant Count
22
-15.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$2.2M
+68.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: We lead a unified effort for a hunger-free Texas.
Vision: A hunger-free Texas.
Feeding Texas operates across five primary work categories:
Policy and Advocacy — Identifying and advancing policy solutions that help Texas families create a path to healthy, hunger-free lives.
Community Resources and Benefits — Helping Texans improve their overall economic security through benefits and assistance programs that address root causes of hunger, including poverty and inadequate food access.
Community Health and Partnerships — Developing and monitoring nutrition education and health initiatives.
Food Acquisition and Distribution — Funding the acquisition and distribution of food through member food banks to serve needy and low-income individuals.
Nutrition and Wellness Programs — Funding programs internally and at member food banks aimed at improving the likelihood that persons eligible for SNAP and other food-insecure individuals will make healthy food choices within a limited budget and choose physically active lifestyles.
The organization also contracts with the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to provide application assistance to potentially eligible individuals for HHSC social service programs.
Grantmaking
Feeding Texas makes grants to member food banks and partner organizations to support hunger relief efforts across Texas. The organization funds programs focused on food distribution, nutrition education, and benefits assistance.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Feeding Texas operates statewide across Texas, serving all 254 counties through its network of 20 member food banks.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Financial Data (2024):
- Total Revenue: $54.7 million
- Total Expenses: $55.1 million
- Total Assets: $18.5 million
- Total Liabilities: $16.6 million
2023 Financial Data:
- Total Revenues: $38,829,070
- Total Expenses: $39,317,564
- Total Assets: $23,296,883
Staffing: 32 employees (as of 2023)
Financial Performance: The organization maintains a high program expense ratio of 97.53%, demonstrating strong commitment to mission-driven work. Feeding Texas received a Three-Star rating from independent charity evaluators, with an 85% score reflecting strong accountability and financial health, including a fully independent board and comprehensive financial oversight mechanisms.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $18,521,952 | $23,296,883 | $21,888,099 |
| Revenue | $54,696,269 | $38,829,070 | $60,013,807 |
| Expenses | $55,137,873 | $39,317,564 | $60,287,505 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
122 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALMA BOUBEL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BEATRIZ HANSON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BRIAN GREENE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SARI VATSKE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DINA JEFFRIES | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DONNIE VANACKEREN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ERIC COOPER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JULIE BUTNER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| HARVEY ZERNIAL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DAVID O'NEILL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| KRISTINE MARLOW | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LIBBY CAMPBELL | PAST CHAIR | 1 | — |
| LIBBY SALINAS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ROBIN CADLE | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| RONNIE KIDD | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| DAVID EMERSON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SUSAN GOODELL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| THERESA MANGAPORA | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TRISHA CUNNINGHAM | CHAIR | 1 | — |
| ZACK WILSON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CELIA COLE | CEO | 35.5 | $180,924 |
| ALAN ROBINSON | CFO (UNTIL 05/30/24) | 35.5 | $103,890 |
| GENTIL CABRAL | CFO (AS OF 05/13/24) | 35.5 | — |
| RACHEL KOAY | CHIEF EQUITY & IMPACT OFFICER | 35.5 | $125,686 |
| JEANIE ESCALONA | FINANCE ADMINISTRATOR | 35.5 | $108,292 |
| JOSHUA MONTEMAYOR | CFP EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 35.5 | $175,418 |
| WESLEY STORY | COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR | 35.5 | $105,640 |
| JAMIE OLSON | VP OF POLICY & ADVOCACY | 35.5 | $104,345 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Feeding Texas announced important SNAP changes effective April 1, 2026
The organization has been actively involved in coordinating statewide responses to disasters and securing funding to support food banks in meeting community needs
Recent federal investment announcements include USDA investments in hunger relief and support for local food systems
Feed the Children Strengthens Hunger Relief Efforts Through Starbucks FoodShareSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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