Thank you for your interest in becoming a Member Agency of the North Texas Food Bank and working with us to passionately pursue a hunger-free community. Click on the boxes below to learn why you should consider partnering with the food bank, and how to do so in a few easy steps!

All NTFB Member Agencies have access to the following exceptional services and programs:

• Access to USDA commodities and donated products while sharing in the cost by paying a handling fee of $0.14 per pound.
• 85% of the cost of purchased food is covered by the NTFB.
• Handling fees waived for many perishable items like produce, bread and short dated product.
• Grant Money: Apply for NTFB grants through the Agency Brownie Points or our Close the Gap initiative.
• Nonprofit Expertise: Gain valuable skill and knowledge for your staff through Agency University , a free capacity building education program.
• Connections: Network with other organizations similar to your own at our annual Member Agency Conference (MAC) .

Any organization that wishes to partner with the NTFB must meet the following requirements prior to beginning the application process.

• Be recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)3 not for profit, charitable organization
• Offer services directly to the ill, needy, or children (under 18 years) free of charge and with no requirement to attend any kind of service
• Distribute food as an emergency food box or as a meal or snack prepared on site to be consumed on the premises
• Have operated a food program for at least six months
• Treat program sites by licensed pest control at least once every three months

Please review all options below, choose the most appropriate category and follow the instructions.

A food pantry provides groceries for families to take home and prepare
Once you meet all of the above requirements, you can become a NTFB Member Agency in 5 Easy Steps!

• Watch the Video "How to Become a Member Agency" video located on this page
• Email agencymembership@ntfb.org and include Organization name, contact information, service area by zip code and hours of operation
  • Service area reviewed for unmet needs and request for membership mailed if area underserved
• Mail completed request for membership
  • Must be approved prior to first site visit
• First site visit conducted and application provided
  • Submit Application – application must be complete with a minimum of six documents submitted or your request will be returned
• Second Site Visit conducted and invited to Orientation

An on-site prepares and/or serves food to be consumed at any type of shelter, residential or soup kitchen.
Once you meet all of the above requirements, you can become a NTFB Member Agency in 5 Easy Steps!

• Watch the Video "How to Become a Member Agency" video located on this page
• Email agencymembership@ntfb.org and include Organization name, contact information, service area by zip code and hours of operation
  • Service area reviewed for unmet needs and request for membership mailed if area underserved
• Mail completed request for membership
  • Must be approved prior to first site visit
• First site visit conducted and application provided
  • Submit Application – application must be complete with a minimum of six documents submitted or your request will be returned
• Second Site Visit conducted and invited to Orientation

A supplemental serves snacks in an afterschool setting similar to a Boys & Girls Club or YMCA.
Once you meet all of the above requirements, you can become a NTFB Member Agency in 5 Easy Steps!

• Watch the Video "How to Become a Member Agency" video located on this page
• Email agencymembership@ntfb.org and include Organization name, contact information.
  • Request for membership mailed to you
• Mail completed request for membership
  • Must be approved prior to first site visit
• First site visit conducted and application provided