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Need food and water? Here’s a list of food distribution events happening in Houston after Hurricane Beryl

Houston Mayor John Whitmire, left, and Karen Jones help handing out food boxes at Acres Homes cooling center in Houston, Wednesday, July 10, 2024. Hurricane Beryl slammed into Texas, knocking out power to nearly 3 million homes and businesses. (AP Photo/Maria Lysaker) (Maria Lysaker, Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.)

HOUSTON, Texas – In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, thousands of Houston residents are struggling without access to food and water due to widespread power outages.

RELATED: Tyson Foods to hold meal distribution event in SE Houston

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Now, community organizations and local businesses are stepping up to offer essential supplies to those affected.

Check the list of food/water distributions across Greater Houston

Saturday, July 13


WHO: Council Member Tiffany D. Thomas, along with local elected officials and community partners

WHEN: Saturday, July 13, starting at 10 a.m. until supplies run out

WHERE: Walmart Supercenter at 9460 W Sam Houston Pkwy S, Houston

Council Member Tiffany D. Thomas will organize a second water distribution event to address the urgent needs of District F residents following Hurricane Beryl


WHO: UniverSoul Circus, PepsiCo, and KTSU 90.9FM

WHEN: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

WHERE: Butler Stadium, 13755 S. Main St, Houston

In celebration of 713 Day, join UniverSoul Circus, PepsiCo, and KTSU 90.9FM for a drive-through event offering water, ice, and Pepsi products for those affected by Hurricane Beryl.


Friday, July 12


WHO: Astros Foundation

WHEN: Friday, July 12, 2024 at 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.

WHERE: 501 Crawford Street


WHO: Houston Rockets and Toyota Center, Rockets President of Business Operations Gretchen Sheirr, Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Rockets Legends

WHEN: Friday, July 12, 2024 at 9 a.m.

WHERE: Cars will line up at the intersection of Polk and La Branch streets.


WHO: Tyson Foods

WHEN: Friday, July 12, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

WHERE: Walmart Parking lot

2391 S. Wayside Drive


Boys & Girls Clubs

The following Boys & Girls Clubs will operate as Club Member family support centers, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, until summer programming can begin again. They will provide services to existing members in addition to a cooling center for their families and siblings, a nutritious meal will be offered from 12:00 to 1:00 pm. Parents can also use this opportunity to charge their phones and access the internet.

Club Site: Mission Bend Boys & Girls Club

Address: 8709 Addicks Clodine, Houston, TX 77083

Club Site: Rosenberg Boys & Girls Club

Address: 1820 Avenue E., Rosenberg, TX 77471

Club Site: Fort Bend Boys & Girls Club

Address: 5525 Hobby St, Houston, TX 77053

Club Site: Havard Boys & Girls Club

Address: 1520 Airline Dr., Houston, TX 77009

Club Site: Houston Texans Teen Center Boys & Girls Club

Address: 1520 Airline Dr., Houston, TX 77009


Collaborating with Harris County Precinct 4 & T-Mobile Distribution Sites:

In conjunction with Harris County Precinct 4, BGCGH is operating two summer program sites at the Bayland and Radack Community Centers. Corporate partner T-Mobile will offer cell phone charging, internet services, and phone supplies at both locations. Water and food will also be distributed at these two sites.

· Date & Time: Friday July 12th, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

· Location: Bayland Community Center - 6400 Bissonnette Street, Houston, TX

· Location: Radack Community Center – 18650 Clay Road, Houston, TX


Houston Drive Through Distribution Locations (3:00 PM - 7:00 PM)

  • Acres Homes MSC - 6719 West Montgomery Rd. 77091
  • Northeast MSC - 9720 Spaulding St. 77016
  • Sunnyside MSC - 4410 Reed Rd. 77051
  • Southwest MSC - 6400 High Star Dr. 77074
  • Denver Harbor MSC - 6402 Market St. 77007
  • Fonde Community Center (4:00 PM – 8:00 PM) - 110 Sabine St. 77006
  • Kingwood Community Center - 4102 Rustic Woods 77072
  • Salvation Army - 7920 Cook Rd. 77072
  • HPD Southwest Substation - 13097 Nitida St. 77045
  • Bible Way Fellowship - 10120 Hartsook St. 77034

To view the most current list of cooling centers, charging centers and shelter locations visit, bit.ly/OEMResponse


FOOD Distribution (7:30 AM – 11:00 AM)

  • Fifth Ward Multi-Service Center - 4014 Market St, 77020
  • Cooling Center, Charging Center and Shelter Locations and Hours

City of Houston - Cooling Centers

  • Southwest Multi-Service Center, Address: 6400 High Star Dr., Houston, Texas 77074, Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Acres Homes Multi-Service Center, Address: 6719 W. Montgomery Rd., Houston, Texas 77091, Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Sunnyside Multi-Service Center, Address: 4410 Reed Rd., Houston, Texas 77051, Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • West Gray Multi-Purpose Center, Address: 1475 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019, Hours: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • Denver Harbor Multi-Service Center, Address: 6402 Market St. 77007, Hours: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
  • Moody Community Center, Address: 3725 Fulton St, Houston, TX 77009, Hours: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Kingwood Community Center, Address: 4102 Rustic Woods, Houston TX 77345, Hours: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Fonde Community Center, Address: 110 Sabine St, Houston, TX 77006, Hours: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Kendall Community Center, Address: 609 N. Eldridge, 77079, Hours: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • River Oaks Park, Address: 3600 Locke Lane, 77027, Hours: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • Emancipation Park, Address: 3018 Emancipation Ave., 77004, Hours: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • Melrose Community Center, Address: 1001 Canino, 77076, Hours: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Houston Public Libraries

The following Houston Public Library locations will be open on Friday, 7/12/24 and Saturday, 7/13/24 9 a.m.-6 p.m. both days. Enjoy books and DVDs or visit to cool off, work, or charge your devices. HPL has free computer access, indoor and outdoor Wi-Fi, water fountains and public restrooms. Some locations have children’s activities, library of things, passport service, TECHLink, and study/meeting rooms. Visit https://houstonlibrary.org/ for more information.

Alief Regional Library (located inside the Alief Community Center)

Address: 11903 Bellaire, 77072

Phone: 832-393-1820

Blue Ridge Neighborhood Library

Address: 7007 West Fuqua, 77489

Phone: 832-393-2370

Bracewell Neighborhood Library

Address: 9002 Kingspoint, 77075

Phone: 832-393-2580

Carnegie Neighborhood Library

Address: 1050 Quitman, 77009

Phone: 832-393-1720

Central Library

Address: 500 McKinney, 77002

Phone: 832-393-1313

Flores Neighborhood Library

Address: 110 N Milby, 77004

Phone: 832-393-1780

Johnson Neighborhood Library

Address: 3517 Reed Rd, 77051

Phone: 832-393-2550

Jungman Neighborhood Library

Address: 5830 Westheimer, 77057

Phone: 832-393-1860

Kendall Neighborhood Library

Address: 609 N. Eldridge, 77079

Phone: 832-393-1880

Montrose Neighborhood Library

Address: 4100 Montrose Blvd, 77006

Phone: 832-393-1800

Oak Forest Neighborhood Library

Address: 1349 West 43rd St, 77018

Phone: 832-393-1960

Robinson-Westchase Neighborhood Library

Address: 3223 Wilcrest, 77042

Phone: 832-393-2011

Southwest Express Library (located inside the Southwest Multi-Service Center)

Address: 6400 High Star, 77074

Phone: 832-393-2660

Stanaker Neighborhood Library

Address: 611 S/Sgt Macario Garcia, 77011

Phone: 832-393-2080

Walter Neighborhood Library

Address: 7660 Clarewood, 77036

Phone: 832-393-2500

Family History Research Center

Address: 5300 Caroline St, 77004

Phone: 832-393-2600

African American History Research Center

Address: 1300 Victor St, 77019

Phone: 832-393-1440

Houston History Research Center

Address: 550 McKinney, 77002

Phone: 832-393-1662

Blue Ridge Neighborhood Library

7007 W Fuqua St. 77489

(832) 393-2370

YMCA - Cooling Centers

Duncan

Address: 10655 Clay Rd., Houston, TX 77041

Hours: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Perry

Address: 1700 W League City Pkwy, League City, TX 77573

Hours: 4:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Tellepsen

Address: 808 Pease St., Houston, TX 77002

Hours: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Trotter

Address: 1331 Augusta Dr., Houston, TX 77057

Hours: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Weekley

Address: 7101 Stella Link Blvd., Houston TX 77025

Hours: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Alief

Address: 7850 Howell Sugarland Rd., Houston, TX 77083

Hours: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

International Services

Address: 3110 Hayes Rd., Suite 300, Houston, TX 77082

Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Houston Texans YMCA

Address: 5202 Griggs Rd, Houston, TX 77021

Hours: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Non-profit - Cooling Centers

Lakewood Church

Address: 3700 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77027

Hours: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Compudopt Office

Address: 1602 Airline Drive, Houston, Texas 77009

Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Details: The charging stations can accommodate up to 25 persons at one time. Six laptops will also be available for use by families.


American Red Cross - Shelter Locations

BakerRipleyGulfton Sharpstown Campus

Address: 6500 Rookin, Houston, TX 77074

Hours: Tuesday, July 9 at 10:00 PM then starting Wednesday,


BakerRipley House

Address: 4410 Navigation, Houston, TX 77011

Hours: Open 24 hours

Details: This location will be staffed with paramedics from HFD for anyone needing minor medical support


Champion Forest Baptist Church

Address: 16518 Jersey Dr. Houston, TX 77040

Hours: Open 24 hours


Clear Lake Presbyterian Church

Address: 1511 El Dorado Blvd. Houston, TX 77062

Hours: Open 24 hours


Harris County Cooling Centers, Heat Safety, and Recovery

Precinct 1

Cooling Centers

Open from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

• Lincoln Park Community Center - 979 Grenshaw St., Houston, 77088

• Julia C. Hester House - 2020 Solo St, Houston, TX 77020

Distribution Locations

Open from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (or until supplies run out)

• Harris County Precinct One Central Service Center - 7901 El Rio St,

Houston, TX 77054

• Lincoln Park Community Center - 979 Grenshaw St, Houston, 77088

• Julia C. Hester House - 2020 Solo St, Houston, TX 77020

Precinct 2

Cooling Centers

Hardy Community Center: 11901 W Hardy Rd, Houston, TX 77076

• EHAC: 7340 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena, TX, 77505

• Flukinger Community Center: 16003 Lorenzo St, Channelview, TX 77530

Precinct 3

All programming at Precinct 3 Community Centers are cancelled until further notice; however, they will begin distributing water and food while supplies last.

Due to power issues, the following Community Centers will close after supplies run out:

Barrett Station Community Center

• May Community Center

• San Jacinto Community Center

• George H.W. Bush Community Center

The following Community Centers will also distribute food and water supplies, but will remain open during normal hours (8 a.m. - 8 p.m.) for the public to charge devices and enjoy free Wi-Fi in an air-conditioned facility:

• Crosby Community Center

• Big Stone Lodge

• Trini Mendenhall Community Center

• Juergen’s Hall Community Center

For more information, contact the community center directly: www.pct3.com/Explore/Community-Centers

Precinct 4

Community Centers opening Wednesday - Friday, 11am to 1pm for food and water distribution are:

Steve Radack Community Center, 18650 Clay Rd, Houston, TX 77084

• Bayland Community Center, 6400 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77074 (in

addition to MREs and water we may have red cross providing hot meals,

subject to availability)

Cooling Centers open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. are:

• Steve Radack Community Center, 18650 Clay Rd, Houston, TX 77084

• Bayland Community Center, 6400 Bissonnet St, Houston, TX 77074

• Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center, 8440 Greenhouse Rd, Cypress,

TX 77433

• Hockley Community Center: 28515 Old Washington Rd, Hockley, TX

• Peckham Aquatic & Fitness Center: 5597 Gardenia Ln, Katy, TX

For more information, contact the community center directly: https://cp4.harriscountytx.gov/Community-Centers

To view the most current list of cooling centers, charging centers and shelter locations visit, bit.ly/OEMResponse


Who: Salvation Army mobile kitchens

Feeding operations will begin on Tuesday in the following locations:

  • Spring Branch, Community Health Center, 8575 Pitner Rd, Houston
  • Campanile Justice Park, 39 Justice Park Drive, Houston
  • Shady Village Manufactured Homes & Wichita Mobile Home Park, 2732 Cherry Brook Lane, Houston
  • Independence Hall Apartments, 6 Burress St, Houston
  • Brazoria County - Roaming in Freeport and Lake Jackson
  • Matagorda County - Markham Elementary, 200 6th Street and Palacios Elementary, 1001 5th St, Palacio
  • Wharton County - Wharton Civic Center, 1924 N Fulton St, Wharton and Boling Lago High School, 407 Atlantic Ave, Boling-Iago
  • Brazoria County - Angleton High School, 1 Campus Dr., Angleton, 77515 and Holiday Lakes Government Office, 195 N Texas Ave, Holiday Lakes, and roaming in West Columbia
  • Matagorda County - Bay Breeze Apartments, 800 Ave F, Bay City and Matagorda Elementary 717 Wightman St., Matagorda

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