Advanced Diagnostics and The Houston Food Bank: Partners In Ending Holiday Hunger

We are beyond proud of our team for showing who we are and what we stand for. This holiday season, Advanced Diagnostics Healthcare System partnered with the Houston Food Bank to help ensure families across our city could enjoy a warm, nourishing meal. Over the past month, our staff rallied together, collecting nonperishable food items and monetary donations to support Houstonians in need. In a remarkable show of generosity, ADHS founder and CEO, Lucky Chopra, M.D., pledged to match every dollar donated—doubling the impact of each contribution.

he results speak volumes. What began as a $1,000 goal grew into something extraordinary: nearly 10,000 raised. That translates into approximately 26,000 meals for families who might otherwise have faced an empty table this holiday season. This achievement is more than a number - it’s a testament to the power of community and compassion.

Food insecurity in Houston remains a pressing issue, which is why this effort is so crucial. According to recent studies, one in five households in Southeast Texas struggles to access enough nutritious food, and in Harris County alone, more than 860,000 people are food insecure. For children, the situation is even more alarming, as nearly 25% of kids in our area face hunger on a regular basis. These aren’t just statistics; they represent neighbors, coworkers, and classmates whose lives are deeply affected by the inability to afford basic meals.

The Houston Food Bank, the largest in the nation by distribution, works tirelessly to combat this crisis, providing millions of pounds of food annually through a network of over 1,600 community partners. Every dollar donated helps provide three meals, making contributions like ours a lifeline for families during the holidays and beyond.

Thanks to everyone who gave, volunteered, and spread the word; hundreds of men, women, and children will feel the warmth of the season, not just through food, but through the knowledge that their community cares. Together, we’ve proven that when we unite for a cause, we can create lasting change.

As we close this chapter, let’s carry the spirit of giving into the new year. Hunger doesn’t end after the holidays, and neither should our commitment to helping those in need.