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Blue Impact Grants Strengthen Support for Waco Families
By Elizabeth Dzina at FOX 44 News (KWKT)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
Waco , TX (FOX 44) - As housing costs continue to rise, two Waco-area nonprofits are receiving funding to help local families remain safe and securely housed. Among the local organizations receiving funding is Waco Family Medicine, which will use its grant to expand its clinic-based food market, p...
Key takeaway Among the local organizations receiving funding is Waco Family Medicine, which will use its grant to expand its clinic-based food market, providing more than 2,300 patients each year with [...
Why this matters in The Waco
The Blue Impact Grants awarded to Waco-area nonprofits come at a critical time for local families struggling to make ends meet. As housing costs escalate, the risk of homelessness and food insecurity grows, threatening the stability of households across the city. The expansion of Waco Family Medicine's clinic-based food market, made possible by this funding, will have a direct impact on the lives of over 2,300 patients who rely on the clinic for essential services. This grant also underscores the importance of collaborative efforts between local organizations and healthcare providers to address the social determinants of health, such as access to nutritious food and stable housing. By supporting these initiatives, the community can work towards creating a more comprehensive safety net for vulnerable families and individuals in Waco.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 44 News (KWKT) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Waco, TX (FOX 44) - As housing costs continue to rise, two Waco-area nonprofits are receiving funding to help local families remain safe and securely housed. Among the local organizations receiving funding is Waco Family Medicine, which will use its grant to expand its clinic-based food market, p...
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