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Angela Ward

Angela Ward has served as Program Manager of Elgin Eats for six years, driven by a simple but powerful conviction: everyone deserves to know where their next meal is coming from. What started as a passion to serve others has grown into a calling that shapes every aspect of the program. Angela finds her greatest joy in working alongside community members who share her vision—planning meals, coordinating volunteers, and building partnerships with people who believe, as she does, that no one in Elgin should go hungry.

She'll never forget the elderly lady who broke down in tears when he received his first Friday meal, confessing he hadn't eaten in two days but was too proud to ask for help. That moment crystallized everything for Angela: Elgin Eats isn't just about food—it's about dignity, community, and showing up for each other when it matters most. Looking toward the future, Angela dreams of the day when Elgin Eats can open a full soup kitchen, serving meals every single day of the week. "Hunger doesn't take weekends off," she says with quiet determination. "And neither should our compassion." Under Angela's leadership, Elgin Eats continues to grow, one meal and one relationship at a time, transforming her vision of a hunger-free Elgin into reality.

Getting a Meal is Easy

Tuesday Meals (4:30 PM - 6:00 PM)

Our Tuesday service offers simple, satisfying to-go meals perfect for busy schedules. You'll find options like fresh sandwiches, hot dogs, and hamburgers, always with a side and a sweet treat.

What to expect:

Drive or walk up to the Mount Moriah BC Parking Lot (701 S. Main St., Elgin, TX 78621)
Our volunteers will greet you with a smile
Let us know how many meals you need
We'll hand you fresh, ready-to-eat meals
Enjoy at home or on the go

Friday Meals (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM)

End your week with us! Friday dinners are hearty, home-style complete meals designed to bring comfort and nourishment. These hot meals are prepared with love and care, featuring rotating menus that include favorites like:

Seasoned meats and proteins
Vegetables and sides
Desserts with every meal
Beverages

Friday service offers more than food—it's a chance to:

Connect with neighbors
Enjoy a moment of community
Leave encouraged and cared for

Home Delivery Service

Can't make it to our pick-up location? We bring meals to you! Our delivery program serves 80 meals weekly to:

Homebound seniors
Individuals with mobility challenges
Families without reliable transportation
Those recovering from illness or surgery

To request meal delivery: