One of the most impactful tools in this effort is the Hunger Mini-Grant Program , which provides flexible startup funding to churches and community organizations launching or expanding local food access initiatives. These small but targeted investments help trusted neighborhood institutions build their capacity quickly—especially in areas where food insecurity is highest. Rev. Rubén Andrade Jr. , senior pastor of Family of Faith Worship Center, shared how transformative the m

As the cost of living rises and recent federal cuts to SNAP and other nutrition programs take effect, more Waco families are struggling to keep food on the table. Local food pantries are seeing greater demand than ever—even as grocery donations have decreased due to reduced inventory. In response, Prosper Waco’s Hunger-Free Community Coalition is helping lead a coordinated effort to strengthen food access through collaboration, alignment, and strategic investment. The Coalit

Designated earlier this year as the lead agency for the Heart of Texas Homelessness Coalition and the region’s HUD-funded Continuum of Care, Prosper Waco plays a central role in coordinating how our community prevents and responds to homelessness. This work is rooted in a simple but powerful belief shared by many local partners: homelessness in our region is solvable—and our community has the commitment, expertise, and capacity to make that vision real. At the center of this

We can't stop looking through the many wonderful photos from the Prosperity Dinner! View the photo gallery for a glimpse of a truly magical evening. As we celebrated 10 years of Prosper Waco, we were reminded that this milestone isn’t just about the past—it’s about the work still ahead. Every conversation, every partnership, and every person in the room represented a shared commitment to improving health, education, and economic mobility in Greater Waco. Thank you to everyone

Amid poverty, family conflict and limited resources, local teens are finding safety, stability and a path forward through community care....