Upcoming Basic Needs Events

Upcoming Events

fresh vegetables are spread across a table

Oct. 23, 2026

Community Pantry Day at Dallas College Centers : Friday, Oct. 23 - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Community Pantry Days are open to the public. Anyone can stop by and pick up needed groceries, free of charge. Supplies include snacks and meals.

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Garland Center, Irving Center, Pleasant Grove Center, West Dallas Center, Workforce Center at RedBird

Oct. 23, 2026

Community Pantry Day at Dallas College Campuses : Friday, Oct. 23 - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Community Pantry Days are open to the public. Anyone can stop by and pick up needed groceries, free of charge. Supplies include snacks and meals.

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Brookhaven, Cedar Valley, Eastfield, Mountain View, North Lake, Richland

Oct. 26, 2026

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Volunteer Information Session : Monday, Oct. 26 - 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Make a difference in your community by learning how to become a VITA volunteer. Join this informational session to explore volunteer opportunities, training, certification requirements, and ways to help individuals and families during tax season.

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Online

a man holding a Dallas College bag selects a can of food from well-stocked shelves

Oct. 28, 2026

Drive-Thru Pantry Day : Wednesday, Oct. 28 - 10 a.m. - noon

Get free food! Volunteers will deliver food to your car at this drive-thru event. Open to the public, while supplies last. First come, first served.

10 a.m. - noon

North Lake