Wilbarger Street Church of Christ — Food Pantry
Food Pantry
Open Mondays 9–11am (closed federal holidays). No proof of income or documents needed. Volunteers welcome!
Neighbor to neighbor
Community Resources
Churches, food pantries, youth programs, and the helping hands of Vernon. If something here is out of date, send it our way.
Food Banks & Assistance
Where to get help with food, rent, utilities, and benefits enrollment in Wilbarger County.
Vernon Meals on Wheels
Senior Meals
Serves ~2,000 meals/month to homebound seniors. Income-eligible.
Hunters Feeding Families (FUMC)
Food Pantry
Donated venison distributed across Wilbarger, Foard, Hardeman, Baylor Co.
First Baptist Vernon — Benevolence
Food Pantry
Call ahead for food assistance hours.
Salvation Army (regional service)
Crisis Assistance
Utility, rent, and food help — call to be routed.
Texas SNAP / Food Stamps
Government Assistance
Apply at YourTexasBenefits.com or by phone.
Texas TANF (Temporary Assistance)
Government Assistance
Cash assistance for families with children.
WIC — Women, Infants, Children
Family Support
Nutrition support for pregnant women & young children.
Wilbarger County Veterans Service Office
Veterans
Help filing VA claims and benefits.
211 Texas — United Way Helpline
Information & Referral
24/7 connection to local social services.
Churches & Faith Communities
Places of worship across denominations in Vernon and the surrounding area.
First Baptist Church
Baptist
First United Methodist Church
Methodist
Wilbarger Street Church of Christ
Church of Christ
St. Paul Lutheran Church
Lutheran
Calvary Baptist Church
Baptist
East Side Baptist Church
Baptist
Second Baptist Church
Baptist
East to West Baptist Church
Baptist
Journey Church PCG
Pentecostal
Triumphant Life Christian Center
Non-denominational
Western Trail Cowboy Church
Cowboy Church
St. Joseph Catholic Church
Catholic
Hillcrest Baptist Church
Baptist
Vernon Bible Church
Non-denominational
Youth, Recreation & Culture
Boys & Girls Club, the library, museum, parks, and other community spaces.
Boys & Girls Club of Vernon
Youth
After-school programs, summer camp, mentoring.
Vernon Public Library
Library
Books, internet, story time, meeting space.
Red River Valley Museum
Museum
Wildlife, art, and Vernon-area history exhibits.
Hillcrest Country Club
Recreation
Public-friendly golf course and pool.
Vernon Aquatic Center
Recreation
Seasonal city pool — call City Hall for hours.
Lake Vernon
Outdoors
Fishing and day-use, managed by the City.
Vernon College
Education
Two-year college — community classes and events.
Wilbarger Auditorium
Venue
Local performances and community events.
Health & Support Services
Hospitals, mental health, recovery, and crisis support.
Wilbarger General Hospital
Hospital
24-hour ER and inpatient care.
Vernon State Hospital
Mental Health
State psychiatric hospital.
Helen Farabee Centers
Mental Health
Mental health crisis line and outpatient services.
Family Crisis Center of Wichita Falls
Domestic Violence
24/7 hotline; shelter and advocacy.
Alcoholics Anonymous — Vernon
Recovery
Call for current meeting times and locations.
Texas Health and Human Services — Vernon
Public Health
Medicaid, CHIP, and benefits enrollment.
In a crisis? Call 911, dial 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or text 741741 to reach a counselor.
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