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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.

  • Our programs are designed to further our mission and provide much-needed services for our community.

  • Explore the events and initiatives taking place at The Caring Place.

  • Be the change! Volunteer with us and make a lasting impact in your community.

  • volunteers dedicated 67,585 hours in 2025, supporting our mission to serve and uplift our community.
    volunteers dedicated 67,585 hours in 2025, supporting our mission to serve and uplift our community.

    449

  • Unduplicated individuals were served in 2025, providing crucial support to our community.
    Unduplicated individuals were served in 2025, providing crucial support to our community.

    12,311

  • pounds of food distributed in our community last year.
    pounds of food distributed in our community last year.

    1,287,417

  • Total value of support to our neighbors in need in 2025.
    Total value of support to our neighbors in need in 2025.

    $4,794,762

June 1, 2026

Thérèse’s Motto in Motion

byHannah Horick

Thérèse Verdonk-Vertruyen’s Motto in Motion

Thérèse Verdonk-Vertruyen’s simple but powerful personal motto - “give while you live” - is one she honors without hesitation. When she reflected on how to make an impact with funds from her late parents, her motto pointed the way.

When our 2005 donations truck was permanently retired in early 2026, Thérèse chose to donate a new, larger box truck to pick up donated furniture. Thérèse and her husband Carlos have volunteered and supported The Caring Place for nearly 12 years, and this gift reflects that enduring commitment. Wrapped with the phrase "Neighbors Helping Neighbors," Thérèse’s gift is a life-size reminder to care for each other. It’s also an essential tool to help The Caring Place collect donations that fill our stores, supporting the assistance we provide in the community.

“The new truck supports our neighbors that have large items to give, but don’t have a vehicle or cannot move furniture. We will also be able to pickup even more furniture as the community continues to grow.” - Jalen Newsom, Assistant Manager

The Caring Place volunteers and staff in front of The Caring Place headquarters.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find the answers to common questions here. Need more help? Call us at 512-943-0700.

  • What are the hours of the Food Pantry or other Food Programs?

    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 AM to 4 PM and Thursday from 2 to 6 PM.

  • What are the hours of Programs & Services or crisis/financial assistance?

    Programs & Services are open Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 4 PM. Visit our Food Programs page 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 3:00 p.m.

  • What are the hours of the thrift stores?

    The Shops at The Caring Place at 2000 Railroad Avenue is open Monday - Saturday, 10 AM to 4 PM.

    Second Helping at 3700 Williams Drive is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 AM to 4 PM.

  • When can I do free laundry at Loads of Caring?

    Our Loads of Caring events are held every second Tuesday and last Thursday of each month. Check out our Event Calendar for specific dates.

  • When is the next Fresh Food for Families Market?

    Our Fresh Food for Families Market events, a program offered in partnership with the Central Texas Food Bank, are held on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Monday of each month. Attendees can select fruits and vegetables from our farmer’s market-style event at 2000 Railroad Ave. from 8 AM* to 9 AM.

    *Food distribution will begin as soon as we unload the produce delivered to The Caring Place and is estimated to begin by 8:00 AM, but may begin earlier or later, depending on when the delivery truck arrives. Distribution will end at 9:00 AM.

  • Love this place, so much.

    Shawna W.

  • This place is truly a place from the heavens.

    Mariah G.

  • Great place! They do so much for the community and volunteer staff were very friendly.

    Albert B.

  • Everyone here is amazing and has a heart of gold!

    Marcia

  • We love the Caring Place. This is the only place we donate to these days.

    Heath

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