Combined Arms Continues to Combat Food Insecurity Among Veterans and Military Families

HOUSTON, July 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Combined Arms remains steadfast in its mission to fight food insecurity among veterans, active duty service members, and their families, a challenge that continues to affect thousands across Southeast Texas and beyond. Since a significant spike in food assistance requests in 2021, Combined Arms has served more than 58,000 military-connected families through its food distribution efforts.

What began as an emergency response has evolved into a data-informed, community-supported initiative, thanks to generous contributions from partners including the American Heart Association, Houston Methodist, TC Energy, Wounded Warrior Project, Stellar Bank, TDECU, Starbucks, Bob Woodruff Foundation, The Veterans United Foundation, The May Jeanne and Garland Slaughter Foundation, The Elkins Foundation, and other private foundations.

By leveraging real-time data collected through its veteran intake and referral platform, Combined Arms was able to identify food insecurity as a top unmet need in the veteran community. This insight led to the launch of new strategic collaborations with The Common Market, Second Servings, the Houston Food Bank, the Galveston County Food Bank, the Montgomery County Food Bank, Lone Star Flight Museum, Coffee Connection Church, SERVE, the Astros Foundation, and the Department of Veterans Affairs. These partnerships now form a robust and responsive network that delivers not only food, but also connection to long-term, wraparound support.

"We're not just handing out food, we're opening the door to long-term support," said John Smith, Southeast Regional Manager for the Texas Veterans Network at Combined Arms. "Every food distribution site is also a connection point for veterans to access career services, VA benefits assistance, financial counseling, mental health support, and more. We take a holistic approach to serving those who served."

Monthly food pantries are held across the region, from VFW posts to community centers, ensuring that no veteran family goes hungry. Many events also include access to fresh fruits and produce, thanks to an ongoing partnership with The Common Market and the American Heart Association.

"The power of data allowed us to identify where the need was greatest and act quickly with the right partners," said Mia Garcia, Executive Director, Texas Veterans Network at Combined Arms. "It's more than just numbers, it's about using data for good. That data drives action, and action changes lives."

As inflation and housing costs continue to rise, Combined Arms stresses that the need remains urgent. Veterans who once never imagined needing food assistance now turn to these trusted programs, and leave not only with nourishment, but with renewed hope.

To learn more about Combined Arms' food insecurity programs or to get involved, visit www.combinedarms.us.

About Combined Arms

Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Houston, Combined Arms is revolutionizing veteran support nationwide through its cutting-edge technology platform. Operating across multiple states, Combined Arms' innovative Software as a Service (SaaS) platform seamlessly connects veteran-focused nonprofits, government agencies, and communities. By uniting resources with those in need, Combined Arms ensures veterans and military families thrive, no matter where they call home.

For more information, visit www.combinedarms.us.
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