The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints delivers 100th truckload of food donations to Dallas, Texas, food pantry as part of America250’s “America Gives” initiative.

The 100th truckload of food donations from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to 250 food banks across all 50 United States, as part of America250’s “America Gives” initiative, was delivered to Joe’s Food Pantry in Dallas, Texas, on Thursday, May 14, 2026. The 40,000 pounds of food included canned fruits, vegetables, and meats; pasta; flour; beans; peanut butter; and dried milk. Most of the goods are produced by the Church and funded by member donations.

Cathy Gillespie, national commissioner for America250, who participated in the event, said, “America250 is showing that all Americans care about each other.” Gillespie was present in Salt Lake City for the departure of the first 250 semitrucks and expressed gratitude for the donations, which “bring hope, bring sustenance, and bring what people need.”

This delivery will help Joe’s Food Pantry provide nearly 34,000 meals to residents of the Dallas area. David Woodyard, president and CEO of Catholic Charities Dallas, described Joe’s Pantry as “a place where the rubber meets the road.” He noted that food is universal and can help anyone, adding that the organization is “so blessed to be able to have the opportunity to serve those in need.”

This is not the first collaboration between Catholic Charities and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is part of an ongoing effort to meet the challenges of food insecurity around the world. Kelly Noonan, chief development officer of Catholic Charities Dallas, said the relationship has “turned into more than we could ever imagine.” Woodyard emphasized that the Church is “one at the top of the list” of collaborators, enabling the organization to do its work both in the U.S. and globally.

The donation to Catholic Charities is also being shared with Soldiers’ Angels as the organization opens a new food pantry for veterans and military families. Thomas Straley of Soldiers’ Angels said the pallets of food will “go directly onto the shelves” of the new pantry, allowing them to serve veterans, military personnel, their families, and caregivers with food they currently lack access to.

Straley reflected on the significance of the partnership, stating, “I believe the Founding Fathers would be very pleased with the partnerships they would see here today in Dallas.” Each delivery across the country has been met with excitement, as communities recognize the impact of the food on families and individuals in need.

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