FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE –United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County will launch a series of monthly food distribution events for military families this Friday on Joint Base San Antonio – Lackland. Part of United Way’s Mission United work, this recurring food distribution will be open to all service members, veterans and their families who have base access.
Occurring monthly for the next 12 months at JBSA – Lackland, each event will be stocked with enough food for 150 households, with each vehicle driving away with up to 80 pounds of food.
This is part of United Way’s Mission United work, which ensures that military and veteran families are not alone in overcoming the additional challenges they face. This is accomplished by connecting them with community services that help them build a stronger, more resilient foundation for their future.
Military families can register to receive free food this Friday at this link.
“This month’s food distribution is made possible by the generosity of the Harvey Najim Foundation, in partnership between Join Base San Antonio – Lackland, the San Antonio Food Bank and United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County.”
Local media is encouraged to share this event information with their viewers to raise awareness so that as many military families as possible can be helped. For graphics and a QR code viewers can scan to register, please visit our press kit at this link.
WHAT: United Way Monthly Food Distribution for Military Families
WHEN: Friday, October 24th, 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.,
Monthly after that November 2025 – October 2026, check uwsatx.org for details
WHERE: Lackland Air Force Base, in parking lot on the left side of the Luke Gate. Registration is required.
WHO: Open to all military service members, families and veterans who register.
MEDIA CONTACT: Kevin Femmel, Director of Communications for United Way, 210-836-8616, kfemmel@unitedwaysatx.org.
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About United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County
United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County launched its first campaign in 1940 and has grown into the largest private investor in health and human services programs in San Antonio and Bexar County. United Way focuses on preparing children for school and life, helping students graduate and succeed, strengthening the well-being of individuals and families, and providing safety net services. United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County also operates the 2-1-1 Helpline, Mission United and fosters volunteerism through the Volunteer Center at United Way. Check our newsroom online for more United Way news.
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