Some North Texans still struggling to provide food despite returning to work, food banks say Some North Texans still struggling to provide food despite returning to work, food banks say Food pantry organizers say nowadays many people who drop by for free food and meals are working but still need the help. FORT WORTH, Texas - Those in charge of keeping North Texans fed say the need has shifted. Food pantry organizers say nowadays many people who drop by for free food and meals are working but still need the help. At the onset of the pandemic, most of the recipients were unemployed due to countless layoffs and furloughs.