Thanks to a $20,000 hunger relief grant from United Supermarkets, thousands of Texomans in need will have food on their tables.
A Lifeline for Wichita Falls Families
- Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025
- Recipient: Salvation Army of Wichita Falls
- Donation Amount: $20,000
- Impact: Helps provide 6,000 meals for those in need
With food insecurity on the rise, Major Joe Burton of the Wichita Falls Salvation Army said they reached out to United Supermarkets for support—and were overwhelmed with gratitude when they received this generous donation.
“It just shows the true love of the community for those invested in it, such as the Salvation Army and people who come alongside us when it’s tough.” – Major Joe Burton
Meeting the Growing Need
- Meals served last year: 35,000+ (surpassing the previous year’s total)
- Meals this grant will provide: 6,000
Burton emphasized that community support is vital in times of hardship, and thanked United Supermarkets and Albertsons for stepping up to help.
A Community That Cares
Wichita Falls has a strong tradition of generosity, and this donation is another example of local businesses stepping up to support their neighbors.