We Love Potatoes, from the Garden to the Table!
February 14th marks a celebrated day for Texas gardeners. It’s time to start planting seed potatoes! Loaded with Potassium, Vitamin C, and fiber, the humble spud can be full of […]
Farmers Market Nutrition Program: Cultivating More than Fresh Produce
Unlike other parts of our country with colder climates, North Texas operates outdoor farmers markets year-round, providing a consistent source of local, fresh produce to the community. While North Texas […]
Food Available at Warming Shelters in Fort Worth Until 7 p.m. Tonight
Fort Worth residents: If you’re experiencing power outages, warming centers are open to the public until 7:00 pm this evening. TAFB is providing limited quantities of emergency food boxes to […]
Mega Mobile Markets Make a Mega Impact
“Me and my husband are not working right now because of the pandemic,” Diana Campos told us in April 2020 while waiting in line for food at TCC Northwest’s mobile […]
Tarrant Area Food Bank Welcomes Four New Members to Its Board of Directors
Tarrant Area Food Bank (TAFB) is excited to welcome new leadership as we enter fiscal year 2021, beginning on October 1. “With the arrival of our new President and CEO, […]
The Importance of Family Meals
Eating has been bringing people together for many years. According to recent studies, family meals can benefit parents and children in the following ways: Allows parents to be role models […]
Catholic Charities Fort Worth and Tarrant Area Food Bank Launch Food-Finding Partnership
Fort Worth, TX- May 5, 2020- Catholic Charities Fort Worth (CCFW) and Tarrant Area Food Bank (TAFB) are partnering once again to use each other’s strengths for good during this […]
Get involved. Be informed. Stay healthy.
What’s happening? Late last year, the outbreak of COVID-19 (coronavirus) was reported in China. Since then, the virus has spread across the globe, with more than 130,000 confirmed cases […]
7 Things You Need to Know About Sweet Potatoes
It’s holiday season, and that means it’s time to enjoy sweet potatoes! Here are some things you need to know about this pot luck favorite: Sweet potatoes are only distantly […]
Community Gardens Grow Community
Gardening is a great hobby that’s fun for everyone! It’s a form of exercise, a learning opportunity, and a great way for you to access fresh produce. While gardening alone […]
