Community & Help
Forney takes care of its own. This is the running list of local nonprofits, assistance programs, and community resources: where to find help, and where to give it.
13 resources and growing🍞Food & Basic Needs
Forney Food Pantry
Free food assistance for families in Forney and Crandall.
Visit →First Baptist Forney Food Pantry
Food distribution for neighbors in need, at the church.
Visit →Sharing Life Community Outreach
Food, clothing, and financial help for families across the region.
Visit →North Texas Food Bank
Find a nearby food pantry or SNAP help through their agency finder.
Visit →🤝Family & Crisis Help
2-1-1 Texas
Free, around-the-clock hotline that connects you to local human services. Just dial 211.
Visit →Forney ISD Resource Directory
A directory of family, health, and assistance resources for Forney ISD families.
Visit →FindHelp (Forney)
Search 160+ local social-service programs: food, housing, health, and money help.
Visit →🎓Youth & Education
Forney Education Foundation
Nonprofit funding grants and scholarships for Forney ISD students and teachers.
Visit →🐾Animals & Pets
Forney Animal Shelter
Adopt a pet, reclaim a lost pet, or report a stray. Run by the City of Forney.
Visit →Forney Pet Advocacy & Welfare Society
Local nonprofit raising funds for pet welfare and responsible pet ownership.
Visit →👵Seniors
Layden Senior Citizens Center
Programs, meals, and community for Forney seniors.
⭐Civic & Service Clubs
Forney Lions Club
Service club behind community events and vision and health drives.
Visit →Forney Chamber of Commerce
Connects local businesses and the community; hosts events and ribbon cuttings.
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