Heart of Refuge · Texas City & Galveston County
A helping hand when you need one.
If you need food, clothing, personal care items, or a place to start looking for support, please reach out. You are welcome here.
Please call or email before visiting so we can discuss current availability and appointments.
We serve neighbors experiencing homelessness, older adults and others living on fixed incomes, and individuals and families going through a difficult time. Tell us what you need, and we will share what is currently available.
Food and meals
Let’s find something to eat.
Heart of Refuge provides food and meal assistance through community outreach and distributions. Call to ask what is available now, where to go, and whether an appointment is needed. Supplies and times can change.
Call Heart of Refuge: 409-944-8080 →
Food benefits: Texas Health and Human Services explains SNAP and how to apply. Eligibility is determined by the state. Learn about SNAP →
Clothing and personal care
The everyday things that matter.
Ask us about clothing, shoes, blankets, toiletries, and other personal care supplies. Availability depends on current donations and outreach. We can tell you what is available and explain any distribution requirements before you visit.
“Hello, I’m in the Texas City area. I need clothing or hygiene items. What is available, and when can I come?”
Housing and additional resources
You do not have to navigate this alone.
If you are experiencing homelessness, need shelter, are living on a fixed income, or are facing another hardship, contact us about available essentials. For shelter, housing, utility assistance, health, and other local services, 2-1-1 Texas can help you find community resources. Availability and eligibility vary by provider.
Dial 2-1-1 or 877-541-7905, or search their directory for services near you.
Call 2-1-1 · Search Texas resourcesJob readiness
Finding work, one step at a time.
Whether you are beginning a job search, returning to work, or preparing for an interview, start with these practical steps. Contact us to ask about current job-readiness support and community resources.
List the work you are interested in, when you are available, and how far you can travel.
Include paid work, volunteer work, caregiving, training, and skills such as reliability or customer service.
Keep a list of the jobs, dates, and contact details. Check for a response and follow up politely.
Build a simple résumé
Start with your name and a safe phone number or email where an employer can reach you. Add a short summary of your strengths; then list relevant experience, training, and education. Include volunteer or unpaid experience when it shows a useful skill. You do not have to include a street address on your résumé.
Name · Phone or email
Summary: Dependable worker with experience in [skills or activities]. Seeking a role in [type of work].
Experience: [job, volunteer role, or caregiving] — [what you did and when].
Skills and training: [relevant skills, training, or certifications].
Practice for an interview
Before the interview, learn the job location, time, and contact name. Plan transportation, wear clean clothes you feel comfortable in, and practice explaining your strengths. If you need clothing, ask us what is available.
Example answer: “I’m dependable and enjoy helping people. I have experience with [your experience], and I’m looking for an opportunity where I can learn and contribute.”
Use your own true experience. A helpful example can describe the situation, what you did, and the result.
Free job-search resources
Workforce Solutions – Texas City offers career resources and access to computers. Call 409-949-9055 or find the local career office →
WorkInTexas is the state’s free job-matching service. Explore Texas job-search tools →
These are independent community resources; contact each provider for current hours, services, and eligibility.
Ready to reach out?
Tell us what kind of help you need and how we can safely contact you. Please call or email before coming so we can discuss current availability.
Call: 409-944-8080
Email: info@heartofrefuge.net
Address: 627 4th Ave N, Texas City, TX 77590
Please do not send Social Security numbers, financial information, or medical details by email.
Heart of Refuge serves Texas City and Galveston County. Programs, supplies, and community resources may change; please contact the provider to confirm current information.