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Read the latest stories about volunteers, neighbors, partnerships, and the lives being changed through Good Sam.
When SNAP Changes Reach the Pantry Door
By Sara Kenefake|2026-08-12T11:18:18-05:00August 12th, 2026|
When SNAP Changes Reach the Pantry Door A year ago, a major change to SNAP was signed into law. At the time, much of the conversation centered on policy, eligibility, and numbers. Texas has seen a significant decline in SNAP participation since the changes took effect. Nearly 600,000 people [...]
No Child Goes Hungry
By Sara Kenefake|2026-08-06T10:42:58-05:00August 4th, 2026|
THE FACE OF HUNGER - When we hear the words food insecurity, we often picture someone whose struggles are easy to see. Maybe we picture someone without a job. Someone experiencing homelessness. Someone who, honestly, looks like they’ve fallen into hard times. But the truth is, hunger doesn’t always [...]
Help Reduce Hunger Today
By Sara Kenefake|2026-08-06T15:58:22-05:00August 4th, 2026|
TEXAS IS NUMBER ONE - Texas Is Number One, But Not Like This Texans wear the phrase "We're Number One" like a badge of honor. We lead in business. We lead in innovation. We lead in energy, agriculture, and opportunity. We are proud of our state and the [...]
OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
By Sara Kenefake|2026-08-06T11:17:18-05:00August 4th, 2026|
OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Good Sam’s New Home
By Sara Kenefake|2026-08-06T11:15:00-05:00August 4th, 2026|
BUILDING FUND - For over 40 years, Good Samaritans of Garland, affectionately known as Good Sam, has compassionately served those in need in our community. Good Sam believes that every individual deserves kindness, empathy, and respect. As part of the Good Sam community, you have wholeheartedly embraced this [...]

