Welcome to West Avenue Compassion
At West Avenue Compassion, we are redefining what community service means in San Antonio.
Our model is more than charity — it’s collaboration. We believe that every member of this community has something to give and something to gain, and that true impact happens when we work with our community, not merely for it. We are leading the way by:
- Meeting community needs through co-production, empowering neighbors to be part of the solution.
- Forging pathways forward that foster independence, dignity, and opportunity.
- Innovating practical solutions to real-world community challenges.
- Leading citywide collaboration, bridging organizations and institutions for shared success.
- Building networks across San Antonio to multiply resources and amplify collective impact.
- Creating measurable, lasting change through authentic community partnership.
We begin by meeting immediate needs with empathy, care, compassion, and respect; because dignity starts with being seen and valued.
Together with our neighbors, we uncover the strengths within our community. The strengths that we then leverage to assist our community in building stronger pathways to success. Our volunteers and partners work alongside neighbors; not just to offer help, but to create opportunities for everyone to contribute and shape their own futures.
We come together around:
- Nutritious food and quality clothing
- Diapers, wipes, feminine hygiene, and adult incontinence products
- Support for women, mothers, and children
- Access to community resources & health resources and services
- English as a Second Language (ESL) and GED learning opportunities
- Pathways to employment and vocational training
- Connections to housing support, utility assistance, emergency food and shelter, legal aid, and more
- Help with benefits enrollment (WIC, CHIP, SNAP, Medicaid, Medicare, TANF, TEFAP, TSAP)
- And so much more — because when one of us flourishes, our whole community grows stronger.
Join us in building a community of shared strength and possibility. We’re not just serving; we’re growing, learning, and thriving together.
The WAC Community Council; a circle of neighbors who care deeply about our shared community and want to help shape its future, meets on the first Tuesday of each month, from 8:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. in Classroom 2 to explore community needs, highlight our local strengths, and imagine new ways to build on the talents and resources already within our community. Membership is open to anyone actively involved in WAC programs or community projects — because every voice, skill, and perspective adds value
Food Pantry
Nourishing Our Community; Together
Each month, more than 10,000 of our neighbors come together through our food programs; sharing, serving, and ensuring that no one in our community goes hungry.
Through our partnership with the San Antonio Food Bank and the dedication of local volunteers, we make healthy food accessible to all, while fostering connection, dignity, and care.
Food Distribution
10715 West Avenue, San Antonio, Texas 78213
Every Tuesday (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
Choice Pantry
Sign up: Last Tuesday of each month (8:00 AM – 9:30 AM)
Senior Pantry/Project Hope
First Thursday of each month (10:00 AM – 11:00 AM)
If you’d like to participate, volunteer, or learn more about how to get involved, ask one of our volunteers — we’d love to connect with you.
Donate Today
Every contribution strengthens our community. Your donation helps neighbors support one another, meeting local needs and building a stronger, more connected future together.
When we each give what we can (time, resources, or encouragement) we create lasting change from within our own community.
Community Resource Center
Our Community Resource Center is a place where neighbors connect, share knowledge, and discover local resources.
Together, we help find the right support, at the right time; empowering each person to take the next step toward stability, growth, and independence.
Community Service Network
The Community Service Network is a gathering place for individuals, organizations, and local leaders who share a common purpose: strengthening our community from the inside out.
Each participant brings unique gifts, experiences, and passions, and together we weave those strengths into something far greater than the sum of its parts.
By connecting, planning, sharing, and collaborating, we create new opportunities, build lasting relationships, and multiply the good already happening around us.
Join the Community Service Network — because lasting change happens when a community leads together.
West avenue health initiative
Community Health Advocacy Program
Community Health Advocacy Program
Community Health Advocacy Program
The Community Health Advocacy Program (CHAP) is a community-led, relationship-based initiative located within our Community Resource Center. Together, we work to promote health equity, education, and access to care for individuals and families — especially women and children — throughout our community; and beyond.
CHAP helps bridge the gap between formal healthcare systems and the real-life experiences of our community, ensuring that everyone has a voice and a path toward better health.
Our Mission:
To walk alongside our neighbors as they navigate the often complex healthcare landscape; offering support, guidance, and connection while building the knowledge and confidence that lead to healthier families and stronger communities.
Through our partnership with Methodist Healthcare Ministries, we’re expanding access to free healthcare and educational opportunities; empowering our neighbors to care for themselves, their families, and one another.
Please check our calendar for upcoming events!
Community Health Collaborative
Community Health Advocacy Program
Community Health Advocacy Program
We’re building strong connections among local organizations, clinics, providers, and neighbors through collaboration so that everyone in our community has access to the care they need.
Together, we’re working to reduce financial and logistical barriers, ensuring that access to healthcare becomes a shared community achievement rather than an individual struggle.
We’ll soon be offering primary care services each Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at our Community Resource Center, made possible through our ongoing collaborations with local healthcare partners.
Through our collaboration with Bridging Whole Health, Injury2Wellness Clinics, and other valued partners, we’re working to bring accessible, community-centered healthcare to the southwest side of San Antonio through the creation of a new Community Health Center.
Additionally, we are building a community-driven healthcare clearinghouse: a collaborative space where local providers share free or affordable services, and neighbors can easily find the care they need without financial barriers.
These efforts bring together clinics, practitioners, and community organizations, all working side by side to make quality healthcare accessible for everyone.
You can also find additional local healthcare options HERE and/or in our Community Resource Directory.
If you’d like to learn more or get involved, visit our Community Resource Center any Tuesday between
8 AM and 1 PM.
Helping Women, Mothers, and children
Together with our community partners, we connect women with essential services
Together with our community partners, we connect women, mothers, and children with a wide array of resources and opportunities that support health, growth, and well-being.
Our approach centers on relationships, recognizing the strengths each family brings and building on those assets to help our community thrive. We build connections for things like:
Diapers, baby wipes, baby formula, and feminine hygiene products. AWC Centers provides onsite first trimester sonograms, pregnancy testing, pregnancy counseling, and STI testing. WIC is on site the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month to sign up young families for benefits or recharge cards for those that already have one. Onsite mammograms are offered regularly through Christus Santa Rosa and Methodist Healthcare Minstries.
We work with our neighbors to connect them to resources for: the Childcare Voucher Program, CHIP, Free Car Seats, Children’s Dental Program, Healthy Start, Head Start, reproductive health resources, Urgent Maternal Warning Signs, a variety of programs for disadvantaged youth, Dress for Success, For Her, family violence resources, case management, and so much more:
Abuse and Domestic Violence Info, Magdalena House, Family Violence Prevention Center and Shelter, Rape Crisis Center, Family Services, Reproductive health for immigrant women, San Antonio Pregnancy Care Center, SA Birth Doulas, One by One Ministries, Reproductive Health, Planned Parenthood, Breast Feeding Resources, The Breast Pump Depot, Texas Diaper Bank, MCH Family Outreach, SA Hope Center, Family Strengthening Program, Any Baby Can
Visit us each Tuesday from 8am to 1pm - or find these resources and more HERE on our website.
Diapers and Feminine Hygiene Products
Through our partnership with the Texas Diaper Bank, we work alongside our neighbors to ensure families have access to essential items like diapers and feminine hygiene products.
These resources are available in our Community Resource Center every Tuesday from 9:30 AM to Noon.
With the support of community partners, volunteers, and families themselves, we’ve expanded diaper distribution to five sites across the city—reflecting what’s possible when our community comes together to care for one another.
Clothing Pantry
Meeting the Clothing Needs of Our Community
Our Community Clothing Pantry is a shared space where neighbors help neighbors by circulating gently used and new clothing for all ages.
You’ll find a variety of items—pants, shirts, sweaters, coats, dresses, socks, and shoes—for men, women, and children. Depending on availability, families are welcome to select 5–10 articles of clothing each month.
This pantry exists through the generosity and participation of our community. If you have clothing in good condition that could serve another family, we invite you to drop it off during our hours of operation.
Every contribution helps strengthen the circle of care that keeps our community thriving.
Hours: Every Tuesday, 11:00 AM – 12:45 PM
Volunteer to Help Your Community
At West Avenue Compassion, everyone has something valuable to contribute. We welcome neighbors who want to share their time, skills, or experience in helping our community thrive. Whether you can join us for a few hours or become part of an ongoing effort, there’s a place for you in this work of compassion and connection. Together, we build stronger relationships, deepen our sense of community, and make a lasting impact—one neighbor at a time. Contact us today to learn how you can get involved.
Job Listings
As our economic world continues to change, many of our neighbors are seeking new opportunities to support their families and share their skills. At WAC, we’re working alongside our community to connect people with meaningful job opportunities and pathways to stability.
English Classes/Clases de Ingles
Learning together strengthens our community. Each week, we offer English as a Second Language (ESL) classes at our main location, along with online resources to help neighbors continue learning at their own pace. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to improve your skills, you’ll find encouragement, friendship, and support here.
Class times:
Monday & Tuesday – 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Monday & Wednesday – 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
También ofrecemos clases de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL) cada semana en persona en nuestra ubicación principal y contamos con recursos en línea para seguir aprendiendo desde casa. Aquí encontrarás apoyo, amistad y una comunidad que aprende junta.
Horario de clases:
Lunes y martes – 11:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m.
Lunes y miércoles – 6:00 p.m. a 7:30 p.m.
We also offer GED classes to help neighbors reach their educational goals and open new doors for the future.
Learn English – US Gov Resources
Join the community garden
If you have a "green thumb", put it to work here!
We invite neighbors to come together and grow food, friendships, and community. Each participant is provided a 4x8 plot to plant and tend their own garden. It’s a place to share knowledge, swap seeds, and celebrate the abundance we create together. Grow for your family, grow with your friends, and grow as a community — what could be better?
