Phoenix has launched a Citywide food drive to assist residents due to SNAP benefit interruptions.
PHX Hunger Relief - Help Feed Phoenix
As our community navigates the uncertainty of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits beginning November 2025, many families and seniors are facing increased food insecurity. You can make a difference. The City of Phoenix is partnering with St. Mary’s Food Bank (SMFB) to launch PHX Hunger Relief, a program designed to help ensure local families and residents have access to nutritious meals.
Here’s how you can help
Contribute to PHX Hunger Relief by donating money or food. Every contribution supports local families and individuals facing food insecurity in Phoenix. Even small actions can make a big difference, strengthening the Phoenix community we all call home.
Monetary donations are being accepted beginning November 5, 2025
Food donations are being accepted beginning November 7, 2025
Make a Monetary Contribution
Monetary donations are strongly encouraged because food banks can stretch the donation through bulk purchasing, tax exemptions, and dollar matches from the community. Just one dollar can provide an estimated ten meals for a food bank.
Monetary donations may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Please consult your tax advisor for details.
Donate Food Near You
You can also donate food items at designated collection sites across Phoenix. These donations go directly to families and residents in need.
Follow these steps to donate food and help your neighbors in Phoenix:
Food donations can be dropped off at these city facilities during business hours.
Burton Barr Central Library
1221 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Monday - Saturday, 9 am - 7 pm
Sunday, 1 pm - 5 pm
Cesar Chavez Community Center
7858 S 35th Ave, Laveen Village, AZ 85339
Monday - Thursday, 9 am - 9 pm
Friday - Saturday, 9 am - 5 pm
Goelet A.C. Beuf Community Center
3435 W Pinnacle Peak Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85027
Monday - Thursday, 8 am - 8:30 pm
Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm
Paradise Valley Community Center
17402 N 40th St, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Monday - Thursday, 9 am - 9 pm
Friday, 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm
Pecos Community Center
17010 S 48th St, Phoenix, AZ 85048
Monday - Thursday, 9 am - 9 pm
Friday, 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday, 8 am - 6 pm
Sunnyslope Community Center
802 E Vogel Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85020
Monday - Thursday, 9 am - 9 pm
Friday, 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm
In addition, residents can give food donations in their own neighborhood by visiting one of the food
pantries listed here:
Chicanos Por La Causa Community Center
3216 W. Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ 85009
City Hope
1640 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85015
Church for the Nations
6225 N. Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012
FIBCO Family Services, Inc. (Human Services Program)
1141 E Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Legendarios
2234 W Campbell Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85015
Maricopa County Community College District - Gateway Community College
108 N 40th St, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Maricopa County Community College District - Phoenix College
1202 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85013
Ministerio Cristo Sana
3632 E Greenway Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
2310 N 56th St, Phoenix, AZ 85008
St. Vincent de Paul Our Lady of the Valley
3220 W Greenway Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85053
Check each site's hours of operation before dropping off donations.
Community food banks often request these staples:
- Canned vegetables and fruits
- Canned beans and legumes
- Canned tuna, chicken, or other protein
- Peanut butter or other nut butters
- Canned stews
- Rice, pasta, and grains
- Cereals or oatmeal
- Baby formula and baby food
- Ensure all items are non-perishable and unopened.
- Check expiration dates and package integrity.
Take your items to a collection site in Step 1. City sites are collecting during business hours. SMFB collection site's hours may vary. Call ahead to confirm before dropping off donations.
Map of the City Collection Sites
Maps of Additional Collection Sites
Volunteer Your Time
Your time makes a difference.
Join St. Mary’s Food Bank in helping collect, sort, and distribute food to Phoenix families in need.
Share Resources with Others
Help raise awareness by sharing the City’s Food Assistance & Community Resources page with your networks, colleagues, and social media followers. The more people who know where to turn for help, the stronger our community becomes.