With the federal government shutdown putting strain on families, Arizona cities are stepping up to address the increasing need for food assistance. Both Flagstaff and Phoenix have initiated citywide food drives to bolster support for individuals and families facing food insecurity.
Flagstaff’s Extended Food Drive
Flagstaff has launched a comprehensive two-month-long initiative aimed at gathering food and necessities for those in need. According to Sarah Langley from the city, donations are accepted at various city facilities, including city hall and recreation centers. The distribution of the collected food is managed by the Flagstaff Family Food Center.
“We’re hearing from nonprofits in Flagstaff that this year they are experiencing really increased demand. The Flagstaff Family Food Center announced that they served over 50,000 meals in October,” Langley stated.
Flagstaff Donation Drop-off Locations
Flagstaff City Hall, 211 W Aspen Ave.
Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Police Department, 911 E Sawmill Rd
Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Aquaplex, 1702 N Fourth St.
Monday-Friday 6 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday 6 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Sunday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Hal Jensen Recreation Center, 2403 N Izabel St.
Monday-Friday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Joe C. Montoya Senior Center, 245 N Thorpe Rd.
Monday-Thursday 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Jay Lively Activity Center, 1650 N Turquoise Dr.
During regular hours
Public Works Facility, 3200 W Route 66
Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sustainability Office, 419 N Mogollon St.
Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Phoenix Partners with St. Mary’s Food Bank
Phoenix has joined forces with St. Mary’s Food Bank to organize a food drive, encouraging residents to make monetary donations and drop off non-perishable food items at designated libraries and community centers. A city press release emphasized the need for protein-rich foods like canned meats, beans, peanut butter, and canned fruits and vegetables.
Residents can find detailed information at phoenix.gov/hungerrelief.
Phoenix Donation Drop-off Locations
Burton Barr Central Library, 1221 N. Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sunday 1 p.m – 5 p.m.
Cesar Chavez Community Center, 7858 S. 35th Avenue, Laveen Village, AZ 85339
Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Goelet A.C. Beuf Community Center, 3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85027
Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Paradise Valley Community Center, 17402 N. 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Pecos Community Center, 17010 S. 48th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85048
Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunnyslope Community Center, 802 E. Vogel Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85020
Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
