Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, Inc.

Mission

The Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, Inc. was founded in 1983 by Rev. Ted and Martha Knies in Pharr, TX. The Valley had just been hit with a devastating freeze and Rev. and Mrs. Knies wanted to help the families affected by this event. Today, the Food Bank RGV has grown to become the 36th largest food bank in terms of distribution in the nation and the 5th largest in the state of Texas. We currently serve the counties of Starr, Hidalgo, Cameron, and Willacy.

Pharr TX | EIN: 74-2421560
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501(c)(3) organization
724 North Cage Boulevard,
Pharr TX 78502
https://www.foodbankrgv.com/
956-682-8101

Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, Inc.

Mission

The Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, Inc. was founded in 1983 by Rev. Ted and Martha Knies in Pharr, TX. The Valley had just been hit with a devastating freeze and Rev. and Mrs. Knies wanted to help the families affected by this event. Today, the Food Bank RGV has grown to become the 36th largest food bank in terms of distribution in the nation and the 5th largest in the state of Texas. We currently serve the counties of Starr, Hidalgo, Cameron, and Willacy.

Pharr TX | EIN: 74-2421560
Profile managed by nonprofit | Is this your nonprofit?
501(c)(3) organization
724 North Cage Boulevard,
Pharr TX 78502
https://www.foodbankrgv.com/
956-682-8101

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Website Reported on Tax Form:Yes
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Disclosing the charity’s website promotes transparency and provides access to the public.

Source: Public data from IRS Form 990. Fiscal Year 2025.

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Website Reported on Tax Form:Yes

Disclosing the charity’s website promotes transparency and provides access to the public.

Source: Public data from IRS Form 990. Fiscal Year 2025.

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No Material Diversion of Assets:Yes
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Financial Statements:Yes
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Audit Oversight Committee:Yes
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No Loans Reported To or From Officers:Yes
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Records Retention Policy:Yes
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Website Disclosures:5 of 5
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