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Feed the need: 25 News and Shepherd's Heart team up to fight summer food insecurity in Central Texas
By Alexa Conroy at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 13, 2026
· 3 min read
As children lose access to school meals for the summer and grocery prices remain high,25 Newsis partnering with Shepherd's Heart for the annual "Feed the Need" food drive to help support local families.Watch Full Story Here: Feed the need: 25 News and Shepherd's Heart team up to fight summer food...
Key takeaway Bob Gager, CEO of Shepherd's Heart, said the food drive has been a growing priority for the organization.
Why this matters in The Waco
The "Feed the Need" food drive comes at a critical time for Waco families, as the summer months often exacerbate food insecurity in our community. With school meals no longer available, many parents struggle to provide three meals a day for their children, a challenge compounded by high grocery prices. The partnership between 25 News and Shepherd's Heart aims to bridge this gap, and their efforts will likely have a significant impact on local families. Given that Shepherd's Heart has already served over 104,000 families, it's clear that the need is great, and the organization's goal to expand its reach into more counties will be crucial in addressing food insecurity in our region. As the food drive progresses, it will be important to monitor its success and consider how the community can continue to support families in need beyond the summer months.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? As children lose access to school meals for the summer and grocery prices remain high,25 Newsis partnering with Shepherd's Heart for the annual "Feed the Need" food drive to help support local families.Watch Full Story Here: Feed the need: 25 News and Shepherd's Heart team up to fight summer food...
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