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South Side coffee shop now a hub to feed thousands of elderly per week

Folklores Coffee Shop is part of Southside Provides, offering free meals to families

SAN ANTONIO – Folklores Coffee House is teaming up with Hot Wells Conservancy and other volunteers to provide meals to the elderly on San Antonio’s South Side.

ā€œI will say we have amazing volunteers,ā€ Emilie Herrera, co-owner of Folklores Coffee House, said.

The shop has transformed into a hub to pack bags with produce, proteins and non-perishable items.

This idea started off with a small group feeding about 30 people a week and it has now grown to thousands of food deliveries a week.

ā€œIf we don’t take care of them, who will?ā€ Tatu Herrera, co-owner of Folklores Coffee House, said.

Most people reach out through Facebook to request help or to reach out as a volunteer.

If you would like to help or if you know someone who could use some free meals, click here.