Trisha Garcia | November 9, 2025
YOAKUM, TX — In a heartfelt gesture of community care, the Carl & Mary Welhausen Library has kicked off a Food & Necessity Collection Drive to support Yoakum citizens in need during the holiday season. From November 10 through December 5, the library will be accepting donations of non-perishable food items and essential supplies, with a special free shopping day scheduled the following week for local residents facing hardship.
The drive invites residents to contribute canned goods, hygiene products, baby items, and other necessities that can make a meaningful difference for families navigating tough times. Donations can be dropped off during regular library hours:
🕗 Monday–Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
🕗 Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Library staff emphasized that the upcoming shopping day will be open to all Yoakum citizens in need, offering a dignified, no-cost opportunity to select items that best suit their household. The event reflects the library’s broader mission to serve not only as a center for learning, but also as a lifeline for community support.
“We want every neighbor to feel seen and supported,” said a library spokesperson. “This drive is about more than donations—it’s about solidarity.”
Community members, local businesses, and civic groups are encouraged to participate. Whether by donating goods or spreading the word, every contribution helps ensure that no family in Yoakum goes without this season.
For more information or to coordinate large donations, contact the Carl & Mary Welhausen Library directly or visit during operating hours.