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South Texas Food Bank receives donation from 250th U.S. birthday food truck
By Elena Stoica at KGNS — Top News
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A food truck tied to the 250th U.S. birthday celebration arrived at the South Texas Food Bank (STFB) in Laredo on June 24, bringing tens of thousands of pounds of donated food and drawing volunteers to help sort it for distribution.The donation is part of a nationwide effort...
Key takeaway Melinda Goodman, the South Texas director for JustServe, said the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donated “250, 18 wheelers worth of food to each of the 50 states,” with food banks receiving a “250 truck.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The South Texas Food Bank's recent donation from the 250th U.S. birthday food truck will have a significant impact on the community, particularly in the eight counties it serves. With tens of thousands of pounds of food being distributed, this effort will help alleviate food insecurity in areas such as Webb, Kinney, and Maverick counties. The collaboration between the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and 250 America demonstrates the power of community-driven initiatives in addressing local needs. As the food bank works to sort and distribute the donated items, including canned goods, pasta, and dried milk, it will be crucial to monitor how this influx of resources affects the organization's ability to support vulnerable populations. The involvement of local volunteers, like Cinthya Jimenez, also highlights the importance of community engagement in making such efforts successful.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Top News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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