October 28, 2025

Plano, TX — The Local Good Collective has been awarded a $56,223.53 Capacity Building Grant from the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) as part of its 2025 Partner Grant program. The grant will support critical equipment improvements, including the purchase of a box crusher, to help the organization operate more efficiently and expand its ability to serve the community.

Since 2020, The Local Good Collective has partnered with NTFB to fight hunger and feed thousands of North Texans each month. Through its two community hubs—The Local Good Pantry in Richardson and The Local Good Center in Plano—the organization provides consistent access to nutritious food and other vital resources for families across the region.

“The North Texas Food Bank is an incredible ally in the fight against food insecurity and we’re grateful for their continued support to help us serve the community well,” said Julissa Estrada, Executive Director of The Local Good Collective.

The Capacity Building Grant program reflects NTFB’s ongoing commitment to strengthen its network partners by investing in resources that make hunger relief organizations more effective and sustainable.

About The Local Good Collective

The Local Good Collective is a coalition bringing North Texans together to create lasting good. Created by Chase Oaks Church, an inclusive faith community in North Texas, we're here to create and promote opportunities for people to connect with their community, from meeting tangible needs to sharing a meal. The Collective is made up of nonprofit and social enterprise organizations committed to sharing good in North Texas, including The Local Good Center, The Local Good Pantry, The Local Good Coffee Co. and The Local Good Resale. Join us in doing good at www.localgood.org.

About the North Texas Food Bank

The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) is a leading nonprofit organization that fights hunger and provides children, seniors and families in North Texas access to nutritious food. For over 40 years, we have been at the forefront of hunger relief, committed to ensuring that no one in our community lacks access to healthy food. Our extensive network of 500 food pantries and organizations, volunteers, and donors enables us to deliver more than 100 million nutritious meals annually to those in need. Beyond just addressing hunger, we focus on nourishing lives by offering nutrition education, investing in our network partners, innovating solutions to eliminate hunger and advocating for policies that tackle the root causes of food insecurity.

Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, highlighting our strong governance, integrity, and financial stability. Additionally, we are honored to be ranked 89th on Forbes' 2023 Top 100 Charities in America. As a proud member of Feeding America, the nation's largest hunger relief network, we are committed to ensuring everyone in North Texas has the nourishment needed to lead a healthy and fulfilling life. For more information, visit www.ntfb.org or connect with us on social media @NorthTexasFoodBank.

Media Contact

Darby DeBusk
Communications and Marketing Director, Chase Oaks Church
ddebusk@localgood.org