This page lists some basic needs resources that may be available to Fort Bend residents who were affected by the May 2019 Severe Weather disaster. Basic needs assistance can include food, water, shelter, financial assistance for basic living expenses.
United Way
As storms and heavy rainfall move through Fort Bend County during the month of May 2019, if you were impacted and need assistance, call 2-1-1/United Way Helpline to connect with available community resources. 2-1-1 will be able to refer you to local food pantries, shelters, and other resources as they are made available.
Social Services
- Can assist with food, temporary emergency shelter, utilities, medications and unmet needs.
- For residents living in the east side of the county who need assistance, call 281-403-8050
- For residents living in the west side of the county who need assistance, call 281-342-7300
- https://www.fbchhs.org/social-services
- 281-342-7300
Food Assistance
East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry
- http://www.humanneeds.org/interfaith-food-pantry/
- 281-261-1006
Helping Hands
- http://www.roserichhelpinghands.org/#helping-hands
- 281-232-7702
Katy Christian Ministries
- Following an assessment by a case manager, Katy Christian Ministries may be able to provide emergency food assistance, clothing and or household items, appliances or furniture based on availability, cleaning supplies, and referrals
- Provides services to North Richmond and Katy areas only
- https://ktcm.org
- 281-391-5261
Second Mile
- Can help with food and household items as they are available
- Services all of Fort Bend County
- https://www.secondmile.org
- 281-261-9199