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Personal touch: New food bank center in Waco meant to be big, but also intimate, comfortable
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Charles Molineaux , as published by KXXV (ABC 25) News
· August 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The 64,000 square foot facility is designed to serve nine counties and hold over 700 tons of food.
A new food bank center has opened in Waco , aiming to provide a dignified experience for those in need. The 64,000 square foot facility is designed to serve nine counties and hold over 700 tons of food. The center's design prioritizes comfort, with details such as kid-sized chairs in the waiting room.
A food distribution market is also available, modeled after a regular grocery store to promote a sense of normalcy. Further information about the Central Texas Food Bank's new facility can be found through local news sources, including a tour given by the president and CEO, Sari Vatske.
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Published: August 3, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
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