Welcome
Since 1985, The Caring Place has provided for the basic human needs of all people in our Central Texas community in a welcoming, respectful and caring way. The Caring Place service area includes Georgetown, Andice, Bartlett, Florence, Granger, Jarrell, Jonah, Schwertner, Walburg, Weir, and the portion of Hutto that lies within GISD.
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Our programs are designed to further our mission and provide much-needed services for our community.
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“I know that we are going to be better. And I know 100% it’s going to be because of The Caring Place. If it wasn’t for this place we’d be on the streets or in a shelter.”
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volunteers dedicated 67,585 hours in 2025, supporting our mission to serve and uplift our community.449
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Unduplicated individuals were served in 2025, providing crucial support to our community.12,311
News & Blog
El Corazón, that’s how Sandra and her neighbors lovingly refer to The Caring Place.
The holidays can be an especially challenging time for households having a difficult time making ends meet. In anticipation of a busier than usual holiday season for our food pantry, The Caring Place is appealing to community members to provide food support to children, families and seniors.
Each September, Hunger Action Month unites millions of people across the United States to raise awareness and provide nutritious food to neighbors facing hunger. Led by Feeding America and in partnership with food banks across the country, The Caring Place is one of many organizations working together to feed people in Central Texas.
Your generosity powers our mission. Make a donation today and help us continue to provide basic human needs and support in our community.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about what we are doing and get questions answered on Instagram and Facebook.
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What are the hours of the Food Pantry or other Food Programs?
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. We are closed on Thursdays
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What are the hours of Programs & Services or crisis/financial assistance?
We are open Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. You may visit our website at www.caringplacetx.org/gethelp for more information before you arrive. Then visit 2001 Railroad Avenue to seek assistance at the Programs & Services offices. The last financial assistance check in is at 2:30 p.m.
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What are the hours of the thrift stores?
The Shops at The Caring Place at 2000 Railroad Avenue is open Monday - Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Second Helping at 3700 Williams Drive is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
To learn more about shopping at The Caring Place thrift stores visit www.caringplacetx.org/shop.
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Love this place, so much.
Shawna W.
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This place is truly a place from the heavens.
Mariah G.
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Great place! They do so much for the community and volunteer staff were very friendly.
Albert B.
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Everyone here is amazing and has a heart of gold!
Marcia
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We love the Caring Place. This is the only place we donate to these days.
Heath
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