United Way, SA Food Bank to Host Monthly Food Distribution for Military Families

The free grocery distribution event is part of United Way's Mission United initiative to support military and veteran families.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 9:52pm

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Local organizations United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County and the San Antonio Food Bank are partnering to host a monthly food distribution event for military families with base access at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The first distribution is scheduled for Friday, March 20, with enough food for 200 households.

Why it matters

The food distribution events are part of United Way's Mission United initiative to help military and veteran families access community services and overcome challenges. This effort aims to provide critical support to those who have served.

The details

The monthly food distribution events will be stocked with enough groceries for 200 households. They are open to all service members, veterans, and their families who register and have base access. The first event is scheduled for Friday, March 20 in the parking lot at the corner of Carswell Avenue and Gott Street on Lackland Air Force Base.

  • The first distribution is scheduled for Friday, March 20, 2026 at 9 a.m.
  • Future monthly distributions are planned to continue after the initial event.

The players

United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County

A local nonprofit organization that partners with the community to address issues like education, financial stability, and health.

San Antonio Food Bank

A nonprofit food bank that distributes millions of pounds of food each year to those in need across 16 counties in Southwest Texas.

Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland

A United States Air Force base located in San Antonio, Texas that serves as a training site for the Air Force.

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What they’re saying

“Because the event is on base, local media film crews will not be able to attend due to base requirements.”

— Organizers (foxsanantonio.com)

What’s next

The next monthly food distribution for military families at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland is scheduled for April 2026.

The takeaway

This partnership between United Way, the San Antonio Food Bank, and Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland demonstrates the community's commitment to supporting military families and ensuring they have access to essential resources like nutritious food.